Glass Boy GB-XL
Vacuum Lifters
NEW! Glass Boy GB-XL Panel Lifter from VIAVAC
The Glass Boy GB-XL glass vacuum lifter is available for hire or purchase, alongside maintenance and training from our vacuum lifting experts.
GB-XL is the newest to the Glass Boy range and provides you with a single glass lifter that can be used for a wide range of glass installations. Manufactured by VIAVAC – the vacuum lifter experts behind the Clad Boy, Cool Boy, and Rota Boy series.
Industry-Leading Glass Lifting Equipment
Glass lifter with lifting capacity of up to 1,000 kg
The VIAVAC GB-XL glass lifter can be set up in as many as 5 different configurations to safely lift and place glass. This makes it possible to place glass of virtually any size and thickness.
The smallest configuration has a lifting capacity of 250 kg and can be expanded with additional suction pads to a lifting capacity of up to 1,000 kg.
GB-XL can be assembled quickly and easily without any tools. The smallest lifting dimensions of the glass lifter are 1,100 × 400 mm (250 kg), and the largest 3,350 × 1,300 mm (1,000 kg).
Frames with dividing pillars or sliding doors
This glass lifter can also be easily adapted for installing frames with dividing pillars or sliding doors. This allows a distance of about 110 mm to be bridged. No additional components are required for this application.
Functions:
- Tiltable through 90 degrees, with locking facility at every 18 degrees.
- Rotatable through 360 degrees and lockable in four positions.
Alongside the other Glass Boy vacuum lifter products, the GB-L and GB-X, the GB-H glass vacuum lifter helps meet all of your glass panel lifting needs. Take a look here for 5 uses of glass vacuum lifters.
UK’s Sole Distributor of the Glass Boy GB-XL
VIAVAC is one of the biggest names in vacuum lifting and is known globally for its excellent panel lifting solutions. VIAVAC vacuum lifters are known for their high performance and reliability, so we are proud to be their sole UK distributor. If you want to experience the GB-XL for yourself, 4 Cladding Services are the people to speak to.
GB-XL Features
Long or short lifting arm
The VIAVAC GB-XL comes with a long lifting arm as standard, which keeps the glass hanging straight. A short lifting arm is optional for glass installations in confined spaces. The glass lifter is supplied with a radio remote control, an option for remote suction and unloading of glass in narrow spaces.
Motorized tilting mechanism for precise and controlled glass installations
To place the glass in a controlled manner, we have developed a lifting arm with a motorized tilting mechanism equipped with a radio remote control. The glass no longer needs to be tilted manually but instead at the touch of a button. As a result, the glass is placed with millimetre precision. Ask about capabilities.
Transportation and storage
Available with a transport frame that allows the glass lifter to be stored and transported damage-free. The core unit of the glass lifter, including all the spare parts, can be placed on the frame. The transport frame has cut outs so it can be easily picked up with a forklift. The dimensions of the transport frame are 1,200 × 1,000 mm.
Installing curved glass or looking for a different glass lifter?
The GB-XL is easily adaptable, allowing you to install curved glass with a different set of suction pads. Or you can also have a look at our other glass lifters. We have the right lifting solution for every lifting job.
At 4 Cladding Services, your safety is our top concern. We strive to create more efficient, effective, and safer workplaces. That’s why we love the VIAVAC GB-XL professional glass vacuum lifter. The Glass Boy GB-XL has a range of safety features, including:
- Two (dual) independent vacuum circuits.
• Acoustic alarm that warns when the vacuum level is too low.
• Red indicator lamp.
• Acoustic alarm that warns when the battery is disconnected with the machine on.
• Vacuum buffer tank that prevents an immediate vacuum loss in case of leakage or failure.
• Vacuum gauge with red/green indication.
The Glass Boy GB-XL vacuum lifter for glass makes light work of glass panel transport and installations. The GB-XL makes the whole process more efficient (and safer). Increased productivity is valuable on any worksite, helping you deliver your projects on time and save money on labour costs. Plus, less breakage means more savings too.
We want you to get the most out of every vacuum lifter we offer (and stay safe whilst doing so). This is why we provide vacuum lifter training for the GB-XL. Our Glass Boy GB-XL vacuum lifter training is available online and will guide you through this specific model and its applications.
If you want a more hands-on training experience, schedule an in-person training session. We deliver in-person training, including demonstrations, from our 20,000ft² warehouse and workshop. Get in touch to learn more.
Ensuring your GB-XL lifter is in top condition is important for maximising productivity and meeting safety standards. We will help you keep your GB-H operating at its best with our range of vacuum lifter servicing and maintenance services. We make all servicing, repairs and maintenance convenient for you.
We work around you and your business to ensure minimum disruption to operations whilst maintenance is taking place. We can schedule our services around your site downtime and planned projects, and you can even hire a like-for-like glass vacuum lifter from us. Making the whole process hassle-free!
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GB-XL Glass Vacuum Lifter FAQs
Yes. The Glass Boy range also includes the Glass Boy GB-L (with a carry weight of 250Kg – 500Kg) and Glass Boy GB-X (with a carry capacity of 400Kg – 800Kg).
As part of our commitment to making your installations easier, even delivering the GB-XL has been made straightforward. Using a specially designed transportation frame, the Glass Boy GB-XL can easily be transported without specialist equipment.
Yes. The Glass Boy GB-XL, like all VIAVAC vacuum lifters, comes with a 12-month manufacturer’s warranty. (VIAVAC manufacturer warranty excludes seals and straps.)
