Reel Handling Equipment – Vertical Spindle (Manual)

Manufactured to Customer Specifications
Stainless Steel Construction 304, 316/316L, Polished Finish options
Manual Rotation of Reel through 180°
Lift Capacity up to 300kg
UK Design and Manufacture
A wide range of industries including Food, Pharmaceutical, Medical and FMCG

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Features and Options

Full Bespoke Design Service to suit your specific requirements
Manual / Gearbox Assisted / Fully Motorised options
Reel core sizes 3” (76mm) or 6” (152mm) other bespoke core sizes available upon request
Lift Height up to 1850mm (bespoke options up to 3000mm)
IP Rating IP30C or IP65
Standard or Wide Straddle Legs
Electric Lift with variable speed control option for precise movements
Optional adjustable height stop positions for repetitive lifting operations
Optional Position control
Optional Powered Locomotion
Adjustable electronic torque control for clamp functions and Powered Vertical Spindle grip
Wheels - Non-marking anti-static
Front Wheels - Stainless Steel 50mm / 85mm pallet wheels (rocking pallet or swivel castor options)
Rear Wheels - Stainless Steel 125mm Swivel castors with safety foot guard and brake system 'stop-fix'
Lift mechanism - ball screw with direct drive DC motor
Interchangeable attachments
Digital Controls and Display with Remote Control or Joystick
Easy to manoeuvre with Small Footprint for narrow spaces
Ease of use, streamlined construction, and enhanced safety for end users
Flexible and Ergonomic design
CE and UKCA Compliant
Industries include Food, Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Medical, FMCG, Labelling & Printing, Automotive, Aerospace, Marine, Industrial & Warehouse

Safety Features

Safety two-button function prevents the operator from inadvertently dropping the load
Emergency Stop Button
Overload limit - prevents exceeding SWL and accidental damage
Electro-mechanical brake holds load at required height in case of power failure
Rear swivel castors with safety foot guard and brake

Electrics

Mains Power Input for charging - 100-240VAC
Batteries - 24-volt 36 Amp AGM gel dual batteries
Battery Capacity - 400 Lift and Lower cycles (C150), 300 Lift and Lower cycles (C300)
Charging Cycle - 4-5 hours to full charge
Battery Charger - 5 Amp digital Intelligent Charger with advanced battery monitoring
Battery Meter - LED Visual Display showing charging status
Electrical Safety - Emergency E-stop button
Electrical overload protection - Immediate stop securely holding load in place
Electrics - 24v Programmable controllers

Datasheets

Reel Lifting Vertical Spindle Attachment with Manual Rotation

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Reel Handling Equipment – Vertical Spindle (Manual) Overview

Vertical Spindle (Manual) Reel Handling Equipment

The Vertical Spindle (Manual) attachment from Packline Materials Handling provides a simple, reliable, and ergonomic solution for lifting, handling, and rotating reels or rolls of film, foil, paper, or packaging material. Designed to grip securely through the core, this attachment enables operators to lift and turn reels safely and efficiently in a wide range of production environments.

Manual Rotation with Ergonomic Design

This model allows the reel to be rotated manually through 180° using ergonomically designed handles for smooth and controlled movement. The secure core-gripping mechanism ensures safe and stable handling, reducing operator effort and improving workplace safety.

Durable, Hygienic, and Versatile

Available in a range of standard sizes and configurations, the Vertical Spindle (Manual) can handle loads of up to 300kg. Constructed from high-grade stainless steel, it is ideal for cleanroom, pharmaceutical, and food production environments, where hygiene, durability, and corrosion resistance are essential.

Custom Design Options

For specialised applications, Packline offers a bespoke design service, creating tailored solutions to meet specific reel sizes, materials, and operational requirements. All Packline attachments are fully interchangeable and can be quickly fitted or removed from any Compac Lifting Machine using Packline’s quick-release system.

Packline’s manual vertical spindle reel lifter combines ergonomic design, precision control, and robust stainless-steel construction — providing a safe and efficient reel handling solution for a wide range of industries and cleanroom applications.