Vacuum Lifting FAQs | Expert Answers from 4 Cladding Services

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Why can’t I use a Pack Boy for moving panels up onto a roof?

The Pack Boy vacuum lifter consists of forks that slide into the side of packs of panels. Due to this, one side of the Pack Boy is open and not enclosed. This means there could be a risk of wind catching the panel packs when hoisted to the roof and causing an accident. We prioritise health and safety and only provide lifts we know meet health and safety regulations, keeping you safe at all times.

Some customers do use Pack Boy to move panels onto roofs. However, they always use a ratchet strap or two to help secure the panel packs onto the Pack Boy assembly.