The SpiderLift Product
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SPIDERLIFT
The best way to move equipment on flat roofs.
Designed by Bocram, the SpiderLift combines performance, safety and ease of use in a powerful, ergonomic machine.
Key features
- Articulated arm with millimetre‑precision to position HVAC units, compressors or motors.
- Bidirectional hydraulic stabilisation, ensuring stable lifting even on inclined or unstable surfaces.
- Intuitive controls, accessible to technicians without heavy training.
Technical capabilities
- Maximum load: 4,500 lbs.
- Lifting height: Ability to overcome 40-inch-high obstacles
SPIDERLIFT in action
Watch real‑life video cases where this machine covers rooftop installation of air‑conditioning systems, moving heavy motors, or precisely positioning industrial equipment in tight spaces.
Photo gallery & data sheet
Browse our photo gallery to see SpiderLift active on various job sites. Each image highlights its robustness and versatility.
Heavy loads
Two coupled gantry bridges for transporting heavy loads.
Parapet crossbar
Spiderlift can cross parapets and different roof levels simultaneously.
Oversized assembly
Oversized Spiderlift assembly currently undergoing approval process.
Obstacles?
The Spiderlift crosses four obstacles at the same time.
Datasheet
Model: SpiderLift Pro – 2025 Edition
Manufacturer: Bocram – Quebec, Canada
Download the PDF data sheet to get all the dimensional, mechanical and electrical details of the equipment.
| Feature | Value / Description |
| Equipment Type | Mobile lifting gantry mounted on trailer |
| Main Use | Installation of HVAC units on rooftops, industrial lifting |
| Total Weight (machine only) | ~1,600 kg (~1,020 lbs) approx. |
| Dimensions (folded) | 2.4 m (width) x 6.0 m (length) x 2.1 m (height) 42 in (width) x 9 ft (length) x 60 in (height) |
| Assembly / Disassembly | Less than 20 minutes, no special tools required |
| Specification | Value |
| Maximum Lifting Capacity | Up to 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Maximum Lifting Height | Up to 1.016 m (40 in) |
| Horizontal Reach | Up to 4.5 m (12 ft) (depending on load) |
| Lifting Type | 2-ton manual chain hoist |
| Control Mode | Manual |
| Power Supply | Standard 110V/220V or rechargeable battery |
| Battery Autonomy (optional) | Approximately 5,000 ft (depending on usage) |
| Power Consumption | Low (optimized for standard job sites) |
| Safety Sensors | Overload protection for traction system |
| Anti-Tip Protection | Double-strand lifting chains |
| Manufacturing Standards | Compliant with U.S. standards |
| Visual Alert System | Integrated indicator lights |
| Towing | Standard dual-axle trailer, dedicated exclusively |
| Required License | Class 5 (regular) |
| Towable Weight | Compatible with standard pickup trucks |
| Safety Tie-Downs | Included for transport |
- 9 plywood panels
- Plywood transport carts
- Lifting accessories
- Storage chest
- Dual-axle trailer
- Traction device
- Training video (assembly)
- Operational training
| Required Maintenance | Low – monthly inspection recommended |
| Estimated Lifespan | 10 years before weld inspection (with regular maintenance) |
| Warranty | Gantry frame: 2-year warranty under normal use Traction device: 1-year parts warranty under normal use |
| Servicing | Annual inspection by supplier recommended, with an inspection report provided to the client |