Zimmerman balancers from Dobco make lifting tasks safer and simpler

Dobco carries IR's Zimmerman line of balancers.

Ergonomics should be a key consideration for businesses that are in the process of selecting new material-handling equipment. For this, Ingersoll Rand (IR) offers the Zimmerman line of ergonomic balancers, which are available in Canada from Dobco Equipment. Ranging from pneumatic and mechanical spring balancers to intelligent assist devices, this manufacturer offers a safer and more comfortable way to lift and handle up to 2,000 pounds of material.

Precise and strain-free positioning

One of these ergonomic balancers from IR is the Pneumatic Balancer, which offers many best-in-class features that make it a great choice for heavy items of up to 2,000 pounds. This balancer provides precise and strain-free positioning that leaves both of the user’s hands free to raise, lower, or shift loads with virtually no resistance. Another key advantage is easy access to airflow-calibration controls, which enable simple float adjustment.

For safety purposes, each of these ergonomic balancers has built-in overload protection to make sure the lifted load never exceeds the unit’s maximum rated capacity. If a load is accidentally lost, a centrifugal brake automatically stops fast upward cable travel.

Dobco also supplies Zimmerman intelligent lifting systems. For example, the InteLIFT series of balancers convert intuitive operator input into smooth, effortless up-and-down motion. These balancers each feature a force-sensing control handle that responds to operator input quickly and seamlessly for precise positioning of loads of up to 1,000 pounds. Users can select from three different speeds, depending on the application and their comfort levels.

Zimmerman mechanical spring balancers can lift as much as 363 pounds, from five to nine feet high. IR manufactures 50 models in five different series, ensuring that users can find a balancer for any individual requirement. Every unit has easy-to-use controls for accurate spring adjustment. A “gravity-free” effect on the intermediate, heavy, and super-duty models lets users move these tools with little effort. They also feature safety locking devices that prevent the tools from dropping if their springs fail.

Zimmerman balancers make up just one of the IR selection of pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic power tools available from Dobco.

For more information, contact Dobco Equipment.

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