August 29, 2006 - A compact, below-the-hook vacuum lifter that is designed for handling nonferrous materials which are cylindrical, such as billets, pipe, and castings, is being introduced by Anver Corp. of Hudson, Massachusetts.The Anver VPF-57 Vacuum Lifter features a suction pad with a foam seal and tough skin that is contoured to handle the “mill finish” surfaces of non-ferrous loads such as billet, pipe, and castings. Available with optional spring-loaded parking stands to protect the foam pad when not in use, this vacuum lifter is offered with custom pads and capacities up to 2,000 lbs.Eliminating the use of straps, slings, and hooks that can damage nonferrous materials, the Anver VPF-57 Vacuum Lifter is offered in compressed air and electric powered versions.
Equipped with an ergonomic handle and fingertip controls that can be integrated with a hoist, standard features include front gauges and a vacuum guard system with check valve and reservoir.The Anver VPF-57 Vacuum Lifter is priced from $1,695.00 up, depending upon capacity. Literature and price quotations are available upon request.
