The Machining & Welding 500 LB Reel Lifting is a reel lifter rated to 500 pounds.

Cable installers and wire manufacturers use lifters like this to move reels between storage, trucks, and job sites.

Steel construction and an arbor-matched shaft keep this lifter secure through the reel's arbor hole during the lift.

Mechanized reel handling reduces the manual strain of moving heavy cable and wire reels by hand or forklift.

This type of lifting equipment is common in facilities that move machinery, structural steel, crates, or bulky components as part of daily operations. Rather than treating each lift as a one-off problem, a dedicated piece of equipment turns it into a routine, repeatable task that any trained operator can complete quickly and safely.

Good lifting practice starts before the load ever leaves the ground: confirm the working load limit fits the job, check that all hardware is in good condition, and keep the load centered to avoid uneven strain on the rigging. These habits matter as much as the equipment itself, and they cost nothing beyond a few extra minutes of attention before each pick, which is a fair trade for a safer shop floor.

Well-built rigging hardware holds its rated capacity through years of regular use, provided it is inspected and stored properly between jobs. A dry, organized storage area away from corrosive chemicals or extreme temperature swings goes a long way toward extending the service life of steel components.

The full spec sheet is below, covering capacity, dimensions, and construction details at a glance.

Order the Machining & Welding 500 LB Reel Lifting rated to 500 pounds for your reel handling needs.

Product Info:
•  Capacity: 500 lbs
•  Style: Lifter
•  Shipping Weight: 3 lbs