Industrial container and drum handling solution
Effortlessly maneuver and position heavy containers such as IBCs and drums with precision and safety, ensuring seamless integration into your production line for efficient material handling and reduced operator strain.

Lifts and Maneuvers Containers Safely
The Hanningfield Uni-Hoist series, including models like the HEM and HES, represents a versatile range of industrial hoists designed for precise container handling. These hoists excel with their stainless steel construction, ensuring durability and compliance with hygienic GMP environments. The Uni-Hoist systems efficiently lift, rotate, and dock containers such as IBCs and drums, reducing manual labor and enhancing safety in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and chemical processing.
With a choice between electric, pneumatic, and manual operations, these systems integrate seamlessly into production lines, offering flexibility for stationary and mobile setups. Their lifting capacity ranges from medium duty (SWL ≤ 750 kg) to heavy duty (SWL ≤ 2000 kg), suitable for varied industrial applications. Incorporating fail-safe mechanisms, these hoists prevent load slippage, ensuring reliable operation.
Customizable options include different arm attachments and power configurations, with ATEX versions available for explosive environments. The Uni-Hoist series also supports full validation documentation, making it an asset for industries demanding strict compliance and operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Enhances operational efficiency by minimizing manual handling and associated risks.
- Offers versatile integration with multiple power options for various site conditions.
- Ensures compliance with hygienic standards through durable stainless steel construction.
- Customizable design accommodates a range of container types, improving adaptability.
- Provides reliable performance with fail-safe features to prevent load accidents.
- Applications
- Intermediate bulk containers (ibcs),Fine chemicals,Pharmaceutical tablets,Nutraceuticals,Pharmaceutical powder,Oral solid dosage (osd),Drums,Food and beverage,Powders,Cannabis
- End products
- Chemical reagents,Thc gummies,Protein shakes,Vitamin c tablets,Flour mixes,Pharmaceutical bulk powders,Energy drink mixes,Ibuprofen tablets,Herbal capsules,Instant drink powders,Chemical additives,Ibuprofen powder,Whey protein powders,Cannabis oil capsules,Herbal extracts,Pain relief tablets,Powder blending mixes,Protein supplements,Vitamin supplements
- Steps before
- Grinding,Milling,Weighing,Material Sorting
- Steps after
- Mixing,Tablet Pressing,Dosing,Filling
- Input ingredients
- Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs),drums,containers,bins,machinery
- Output ingredients
- handling of IBCs,handling of drums,handling of containers,handling of bins,discharge into process machines,loading into hoppers,mixer placement into vessels
- Market info
- Hanningfield Process Systems is known for manufacturing high-quality, customized process handling, and containment equipment for industries such as pharmaceutical, food, and chemical, specializing in milling, sieving, and powder handling solutions.
- Lift Capacity
- Medium Duty (SWL ≤ 750kgs) / Heavy Duty (SWL ≤ 2000kgs)
- Rotation of Base
- Yes/No
- Power Supply
- Electric (3-phase),Compressed Air,None / Manual
- Lifting Mechanism
- Lead-screw or chain
- Material of Construction
- 304/316L Stainless Steel
- Base Mobility
- Stationary/Mobile
- Automation
- Push button operation
- Customization Options
- Lifting forks,clamp arm,squeeze cone,platform,hook
- Fail-safe Features
- Load slipping prevention
- Models Available
- Uni-Hoist HEM,HES,HMM,HMS,HPM,HPS
- Sanitary Applications
- Hygienic GMP environments
- ATEX / Ex-proof Versions
- Available
- Documentation
- FS/DS,FAT,SAT,IQ/OQ,3.1 certificates
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- CIP/SIP
- CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Changeover time
- Minimized for efficiency
- Energy efficiency
- Energy-efficient options available
- Power Options
- Electric / Pneumatic / Manual
- Load Handling Variability
- Versatile designs for multiple loads
- Lifting Mechanism
- Lead-screw / Chain
- Installation Type
- Stationary / Mobile
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Stainless steel (304,316L)
- Container Handling
- IBCs,drums,bins
- Machine Footprint
- Customizable,mobile,and stationary options
- Load Capacity
- Medium Duty (SWL ≤ 750kgs) / Heavy Duty (SWL ≤ 2000kgs)
- Lifting Mechanism
- Lead-screw or chain lifting mechanism
- Material
- 304/316L Stainless Steel
- Surface Finish
- 150 grit,smooth surfaces,polished welds
- Configurations
- Hoist Electric Mobile,Hoist Electric Stationary,Manual / Pneumatic options
- Base Rotation
- Available in some models
- Discharge Method
- Raise,Lower,Rotate,Invert,Dock
- Movement Type
- Stationary or mobile on a trolley with castors
- Material Options
- 304 Stainless Steel,316L Stainless Steel
- Power Source Options
- Electric,Pneumatic,Manual
- Mounting Options
- Stationary (Floor,Wall,Ceiling) or Mobile
- Load Attachment Options
- Lifting Forks,Clamp Arm,Squeeze Cone,Platform,Hook
- Control Mechanism
- Lead-Screw or Chain Lifting Mechanism
- Model Variations
- HEM,HES,HMM,HMS,HPM,HPS
- ATEX / Ex-Proof Version
- Available