Mobile crane solutions for joineries, carpentry workshops and furniture construction – Ergonomic and flexible

Move heavy solid wood panels and large workpieces effortlessly –
for ergonomic working without physical strain.

  • Ergonomic material handling
  • No fixed installation
  • Taking the physical strain off employees
Mobilecrane WK I

Challenges in joineries, carpentry workshops and furniture construction

  • Handling heavy solid wood panels and large workpieces (50-300 kg)
  • Ergonomic load during manual lifting and moving
  • Various workstations require crane support
  • Limited workshop space and flexible workstation use
  • Changing orders require flexible material movement
  • Protection of sensitive surfaces from damage

Why mobilecranes are ideal for furniture and woodworking companies

  • One crane for all stations: Flexible use from finishing to assembly
  • No floor interventions: Important in rented or historic workshops
  • Ergonomic relief: Reduces physical strain with heavy panels
  • Controlled movements: Gentle handling of sensitive materials
  • Space-saving: can be quickly moved to the side when not in use

Technical advantages for furniture workshops

  • Smooth operation: Gentle, controlled movements for delicate materials
  • Various load capacities: from 100 kg for small parts to 500 kg for heavy solid wood panels
  • Low-maintenance design: internal guide protects against wood dust
  • Compact design: Fits into typical joinery environments
  • Robust technology: durable use in dusty workshop environments

Typical applications in furniture production

  • Material handling: Moving heavy solid wood panels, chipboard and MDF panels
  • Workpiece positioning: Positioning large furniture parts for processing
  • Assembly support: Handling heavy cabinet parts, worktops and carcasses
  • Surface treatment: Moving workpieces for painting or surface treatment
  • Warehouse logistics: transporting and storing finished furniture carefully

Ergonomics and employee health

  • Easy on the back: heavy panels no longer have to be lifted manually
  • Safe handling: controlled movements reduce the risk of injury
  • Less fatigue: Employees stay productive and precise for longer
  • Protection against overload: prevention of musculoskeletal disorders
  • Better quality of work: more relaxed working leads to better results

Material conservation in practice

  • Controlled movements: Avoidance of jerky loads on sensitive surfaces
  • Even force distribution: Gentle handling of large workpieces
  • Reduced surface damage: fewer scratches and pressure marks thanks to controlled handling
  • Protection during transportation: safe movement between different processing stations

Profitability for furniture companies

  • Higher productivity: Faster and ergonomic material handling
  • Reduced medical costs: fewer absences due to back problems
  • Less material loss: less damage thanks to controlled handling
  • Flexible capacities: Crane follows the current production capacity utilization
  • Future-proof: flexibly adaptable when changing or expanding the workshop

The right models for your application

Height, load capacity and projection can be adapted to customer requirements

WK I – The versatile mobile crane

Mobilecrane WK1
  • Load capacity: 100-500 kg
  • Projection: 1750-4715 mm
  • Swivel range: 270°
  • Total height: flexible 2250-4500 mm (in 100 mm increments)
  • Application: Ideal for versatile assembly tasks, placement and tool changes

WK I-K – For special requirements

Mobilecrane WK1 K
  • Load capacity: 125-500 kg
  • Projection: 1750-4400 mm
  • Swivel range: 310°
  • Special feature: Avoids interfering contours and obstacles during installation
  • Application: Perfect for confined workshop spaces and corner handling

WK III – For heavy components

WK3 mobilecrane with counterweight
  • Load capacity: up to 1000 kg
  • Projection: 1750-4500 mm
  • Swivel range: 360
  • Special feature: Internal swivel support for maximum stability
  • Application: Heavy assembly handling in production

WK-SL – With long range

WK SL mobilecrane
  • Load capacity: 400-600 kg
  • Projection: up to 4500 mm with high load
  • Swivel range: 360
  • Special feature: Optimized for long projections with high load capacity
  • Application: Large assembly areas and extensive production lines

Frequently asked questions about mobile cranes in furniture businesses

Is the crane also suitable for large but lightweight panels?

Yes, even at a lower weight, the crane offers ergonomic advantages when handling large, bulky panels and reduces the risk of injury.

Can the crane switch between different production stations?

Yes, with the optional undercarriage, the crane can switch flexibly between finishing, processing and assembly – ideal for smaller workshops.

How maintenance-intensive is the crane in a dusty workshop environment?

Very low-maintenance thanks to the internal carriage guide, which is protected from wood dust. Regular visual inspections are sufficient.

Is the crane also suitable for smaller joineries?

Smaller companies in particular benefit from the flexibility, as one crane can serve several workstations and requires little space when not in use.

How quickly is the crane ready for use after delivery?

The crane is delivered in pre-assembled modules and can usually be installed by a local service provider. After commissioning by a qualified person (crane expert), it can be used immediately.