Challenges and solutions in logistics. Asked by Uplifter.
What are currently the biggest challenges for the contractors when transporting the elements on the construction site? (And what is the solution?)
One of the biggest challenges for the executing companies is definitely the shortage of skilled workers, which is clearly felt in the trade in general. Current trends such as ever larger and heavier glass and panel elements, ever narrower passages for machinery and ever taller buildings are exacerbating the situation on the construction site.
The Uplifter assembly team is itself in use with mini crane, vacuum suction cup, glassworker and other machines on various construction sites all over Germany and supports metal construction companies, glaziers, etc. with the assembly. Even assembly concepts and large construction sites such as THE SPIN in Frankfurt am Main are possible. Since we are on site ourselves and know the requirements, it is possible for us, together with our in-house development and construction department, to bring sustainable machines onto the market that make all lifting and transport tasks enormously easier, save personnel and manpower permanently and can be used universally. Special construction according to customer requirements is also possible. The solution: Companies trust in Uplifter standard equipment of the latest generation and tailor-made special designs! Uplifter develops your future.
What are your company's latest products and what concrete advantages do they offer the fitter?
With over 20 years of experience, Uplifter is the pioneer and specialist in the field of mini cranes! With the German premiere in September 2022 and the associated exclusive presentation of the Uplifter SPT mini cranes, the company is revolutionising the crane market. Price-performance ratio, product quality and compact design are convincing. A low dead weight, an optional hydraulic flyjib for all models and a lifting capacity of up to 10 tonnes set standards. Currently available are the small cranes Uplifter SPT299, Uplifter SPT499 and Uplifter SPT1009, which are distributed by Uplifter almost all over Europe! The mini crawler cranes from the Uplifter SPT-series have only high quality components from Europe installed, which distinguishes the high quality and durability of these machines. Unique on the market: crane operation with the Uplifter SPT299 is possible lower than with comparable mini crane models when the arm is fully extended! Ideal for window glazing on the ground floor and for low ceiling heights in combination with vacuum lifters and the hydraulic flyjib - unique in this class.
New from Uplifter's development is the UPM1225 - a tracked transport platform.
Quieter, higher and cost-efficient - the Uplifter UPM1225 revolutionises the market among tracked transport platforms. With the Uplifter Mover, the Uplifter development department has designed a device for load transport that guarantees the best price-performance ratio. The Uplifter Mover is particularly quiet in electric driving mode and can therefore be ideally used indoors and in noise-reduced zones. Thanks to its powerful electric caterpillar drive and extra ground clearance, this unit is more than capable of off-road driving and can easily overcome previously insurmountable obstacles; even slopes of up to 45° are possible. The fully proportional remote control ensures that the load vehicle can be steered very sensitively; small deviations can be compensated for without jerks by means of dosed rudder deflections and controlled with pinpoint accuracy so that the goods to be transported are not damaged. Operation is intuitive, smooth and fully proportional operation of the machine is guaranteed. Important machine information, such as the battery charge level, is displayed in the remote control system.
With a tare weight of only 340 kg, the Uplifter UPM1225 reaches a top speed of 3 km/h, which is appropriate for its weight. With its compact dimensions, the battery-powered UPM1225 is quick to load and can be transported from job site to job site in a sprinter. Uplifter Movers are built to be both compact and efficient. The low loading platform height with maximum ground clearance, facilitates loading and at the same time increases stability. A platform in Euro pallet dimensions completes the design. A high number of castors supports the optimal weight distribution of the load on the loading platform, ensures smooth running and, with a stair climber set, even enables the truck to negotiate steps. Uplifter tracked transporters are incredibly versatile machines with enormous capabilities and countless applications. The cost-effective and safe solution for load transport. Think about the health of your employees and save valuable labour and personnel costs. Increase the application possibilities and profitability of Uplifter tracked transport equipment to the maximum. Our design and development department is also at your disposal for special adaptations or special constructions. Uplifter has the alternative working method for your company.
Where is there still potential to further develop the products or to develop new products at all? Which aspects do you push in research and development?
Customer-specific solutions are becoming more and more important. At the same time, the developed devices should be adapted to the field of application, but also be versatile. Future-oriented technologies are crucial here. We make sure that a customer's investment is not obsolete after a few years. We develop for the future and are open to technologies in the process.
For executing companies, it is often hardly worthwhile to buy a certain product because the next project already has different requirements. What approach do you recommend to companies in this respect?
A prime example of versatility in use is the Industrylifter.
Uplifter lifts are ideal for picking up and transporting loads in confined spaces. The semi-autonomous electric vehicles are also particularly popular because they ensure maximum safety and autonomy for the crane operator. The Uplifter Industrylifter is versatile and flexible in use for industrial maintenance work, tool changes or retooling in confined spaces or as a mobile small crane. This versatility alone makes it an extremely sustainable product. Uplifter offers a wide range of electric cranes and lifting cranes adapted to the customer's needs and suitable for any industrial application. Uplifter is a specialist in lifting and transport solutions!
A machine with 100-fold possibilities. The heart of every Industrylifter is the PLC system and the battery operation. Maximum battery power with an operating time of at least 8 hours of pure working time, purely electric, no CO2 emissions, low noise. Ideal for operation in closed rooms and industrial halls.
Uplifter offers everything from one source: lifting equipment such as mini cranes, vacuum lifters, glassworkers, etc. can be rented quickly and easily. A nationwide network of locations with a large rental park guarantees quick availability of the machines for long-term or short-term rentals. Professional operating personnel can be booked on request. Uplifter has its own central workshop with mobile service technicians throughout the country to ensure that the machines are always in perfect working order on the construction site and can be quickly serviced and repaired if necessary.
Innovative!