Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Material Handling Solutions

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From mining raw materials to manufacturing electric vehicles, Columbus McKinnon products are there every step of the way. With a complete portfolio of conveyance, lifting, actuation, and automation technology, we are helping move batteries throughout the manufacturing process and supporting electric vehicle manufacturers throughout their assembly lines.

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Workstation Cranes & Lift Assists

Moving vehicle components between workstations, whether windshields or batteries, can be challenging without the right equipment. Our Unified Industries brand workstation cranes feature lightweight, high-strength aluminum rails and can be configured as ceiling-mount systems or freestanding structures. Providing the lowest rolling resistance in the industry, our workstation cranes feature articulating end trucks that allow operators to position loads with ease and are easy to install.

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Whether the solution you are looking for requires a custom designed product or a LEAN tool solution, we have a full line of lift assists to help with your component handling needs. Choose from articulating arms, pneumatic cable balancers, vertical reaction lifters, grabbers, clamps, hooks, magnets, or additional custom solutions. And they easily attach to our Unified Workstation cranes for optimal integration.

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Powered Hoists

Available in a wide range of capacities with numerous safety and performance features, our extensive line of powered hoists, including electric and air models, are known throughout the industry for the strength and reliability they provide in the automotive industry. With brands like CM®, Coffing®, and Budgit®, our hoists are built to last and feature a variety of options based on your application.

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Actuation & Automation

Actuation technology plays an important role in numerous areas of a manufacturing facility, ranging from conveyor systems to AGVs to shipping docks. Our advanced solutions from Duff-Norton®, including linear actuators, screw jacks, and supercylinders, can meet the most challenging lifting, positioning, and transfer demands. These technologies are crucial in optimizing production processes and increasing efficiency in EV manufacturing facilities.

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Operational efficiency and streamlined production processes are critical in the EV industry. Our efficient and reliable Magnetek® automation systems not only help optimize process throughput via automated dispatch solutions, but also help protect your assets from damage and keep people safe via overload prevention, collision avoidance, no-fly zones, and off-center pick prevention technologies. On top of that, our data analytics solutions help aid in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance practices. Our automation experts are here to design the best solution for your needs.

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Conveyance Solutions

Conveyance solutions are a fundamental component of modern vehicle manufacturing and production systems. With a complete portfolio of high-precision, specialty conveying and intralogistics solutions from brands like Dorner®, Garvey®, and montratec®, we are helping the EV industry efficiently move and transport materials throughout their facilities. Our solutions include:

  • Vertical and Inclined Raw Product Transfer
  • Various Pallet Assembly Conveyance Options
  • Intralogistics & Process Sequencing
  • Accumulation & Multi-Lane Distribution Solutions
  • General Cell, Product, and Component Handling
  • Dry Room, ESD, and Clean Room Capabilities
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