Hydraulic Lifting Tools for Industrial Applications | Hydrarite

Specialized hydraulic lifting tools are designed to address niche applications where standard equipment falls short, offering customized solutions for unique challenges. These include non-magnetic jacks, low-height pit jails, and explosion-proof lifting bags. In the MRI suite of a hospital, where powerful magnetic fields are present, all equipment must be non-magnetic. Special hydraulic jacks manufactured from non-ferrous materials like aluminum bronze or stainless steel are used to install and service MRI machines without interfering with the magnetic field or being violently attracted to it. In underground mining, where headroom is severely limited, ultra-low profile hydraulic jacks (pit jails) are used to lift heavy machinery for tire changes or track repairs directly in the mine drift. For urban search and rescue operations following a structural collapse, high-pressure hydraulic lifting bags can be inserted into tiny crevices. When inflated, they can lift immense concrete slabs or debris, creating voids for victim extraction. The engineering for these specialized tools often involves finite element analysis (FEA) to optimize strength-to-weight ratios and rigorous testing to validate performance under extreme conditions. If your application involves unusual constraints, be they spatial, environmental, or related to material compatibility, we have the expertise to develop a solution. We encourage you to contact us with your specific lifting challenge.