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16 metre grp panel vacuum lifting beam with 180 degree rotation
15 Metre Panel Vacuum Lifter

Vacuum lifting beam for GRP body panels

Fork truck vacuum lifter attachment for lifting metal plate and sheet
Fork Truck Mounted Vacuum Lifter

We manufacture fork truck mounted vacuum lifting attachments for all applications

Heavy duty vacuum lifting beam for glass
2000Kg Glass Vacuum Lifter

Heavy duty glass vacuum lifting beam for 13 metre glass wall

3 Tonne SWL vacuum lifter for larger metal plates
Large Plate Vacuum Lifting Beam

Our heavy duty plate vacuum lifting beams are ideal for larger steel plates

Vacuum Lifting Equipment - Vacuum Lifters, Inspection, Servicing

Kilner Vacuumation is the longest established vacuum lifting company in the UK. We provide vacuum lifting equipment for the varied lifting and handling needs of industry today. For over 60 years we have been supplying vacuum lifting equipment for glass, metal plate, concrete and manual handling applications. In addition to our standard equipment we also specialise in bespoke vacuum lifting equipment to meet the needs of challenging new projects & processes. Whatever your industry, whether your needs are simple or complex, we have a large range of products to fulfill your requirements. Our diverse range of products and expertise offer safe and efficient solutions to satisfy your lifting and handling needs.  Typical applications are glass lifters, steel plate lifters, vacuum lifters for concrete, wood, plastics, coils, sacks and much more. 

Choose from the examples below or browse our products area as a starting point. If you don't find your ideal solution there, please contact us with your specific requirements. We also offer comprehensive training, servicing, inspections and spare parts for all types of vacuum lifting equipment from our factory in Dronfield, Derbyshire UK. 

Vacuum Lifter Training

Need training? We can provide training for all types of vacuum lifter. A properly trained workforce will help you benefit from improved health & safety,  better productivity and reduced maintenance costs. 

Servicing, Inspections & Spares

Get advice on the inspection and servicing requirements of your vacuum lifting equipment. Have your LOLER inspections carried out by our experienced service engineers and get well documented service records and thorough examination reports.

Latest News
  • Double Glazing Vacuum Lifter
    06/11/2023
    Article about a special vacuum lifter for lifting double glazed windows.
  • 180 Degree Panel Rotator
    04/11/2023
    This vacuum beam facilitates the lifting and rotating of trailer sides from 13 to 15.6 metres in length.
  • Small vacuum lifter.
    08/09/2022
    A small battery powered vacuum lifter for lifting plate, panels. Can be used in the vertical and horizontal plane.
  • Plate loading system
    18/06/2020
    A plate loading system for laser cutting machine comprising a swing jib crane and vacuum lifting beam.
  • Special Vacuum Hoists
    20/07/2016
    Special purpose jib arm and vacuum lifters designed to remove manual handling when lifting train carriage doors into place.
  • Concrete Revetment Lifting
    07/07/2011
    Coastal regeneration projects uses vacuum lifting equipment.
  • Vacuum Sheet Tilter
    25/11/2009
    A sheet metal vacuum lifter designed to lift and tilt sheet through 90 degrees
  • Curved Surface Vacuum Lifter
    15/12/2008
    Bespoke vacuum lifter designed to lift curved aircraft door panels. The lifter can tilt the panel through 90 degrees with the facility to manually rotate the panel 360 degrees.
  • Hitachi 395 'Bullet' Train Windscreen Vacuum Lifter
    13/09/2007
    High speed train windscreen vacuum lifter with a capacity of 140Kgs designed to fit and replace highly curved glass screens