Industrial Magnetics, Inc.Boyne City, MI
 
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 PowerLift® Magnets
 
PowerLift® Rare Earth Lifting Magnets - Designed for Thick, Non-Flexing Material
 
These compact, yet powerful, Rare Earth lift magnets can be used on flat or round surfaces and contain an internal release on/off device that does not contact or damage the surface of the part being lifted. Permanent magnetic lifts also eliminate the fear of dropping the load being lifted due to power failures.
  • ON/OFF Rare Earth design
  • Lifts flat or round loads
  • Easy internal manual release does not contact the load
  • Heat resistant up to 180°F (82°C)
  • CONFORMS TO ASME B30.20 STANDARDS

Lock On & Off Features
The new handle on the PowerLift® Rare Earth lift magnet features a positive lock-on and lock-off mechanism that requires the operator to manually switch between the two states. This prevents the handle from being turned only "partially on" and giving the operator a false sense of security that the magnet is holding safely, or from being accidentally bumped to the "off" position, dropping the load pre-maturely.
 
NEW! VERTICAL LIFT ADAPTER
Lift Thick, Non-Flexing, Vertically Oriented Material
 
Applications:
  • Load steel plate into vertical storage racks
  • Lift steel plate from vertical storage racks to horizontal machining centers or cutting tables
  • Lift steel plate, rounds or billets into place for equipment/machinery manufacturing.

Benefits:
  • One lifter for both horizontal and vertical sheet or steel part handling
  • Reduce employee injury - Eliminate improper use of slings or chains to lift sheet metal or steel parts vertically
  • Increase production time
  • No electricity required

The Vertical Lift Adapter(VLA), combined with an IMI PowerLift® magnet, lifts ferrous metal sheets, plates, rounds or billets from horizontal to vertical orientation or vise versa. The VLA is ideal for loading steel plate into vertical storage racks and for lifting plate steel, rounds or billets to machining centers or cutting tables.
 
The Vertical Lift Adapter can be used on various flat steel plates or round shapes and allows the operator to lift loads up to 4 feet wide. The Vertical Lift Adapter also has convenient, built-in forklift brackets to move and handle steel in a horizontal orientation.
 
The Vertical Lift Adapter is currently available for use with the PNL0800 and PNL1600. For additional models, or steel billet lifting applications, please contact our inside sales department at 888.582.0823.
 
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 Creative Lift® Magnets
 
Creative Lift® Lifting Magnets - Designed for Thick, Non-Flexing Material
  • Creative Lift permanent lift magnets are ideal for handling steel plates, die castings, forgings, etc. They eliminate the need for clamping devices, slings or chains. One person can perform operations previously calling for two or more people.
  • Non-marring Roller Cam Release (Patent: 6,471,273)
  • Less torque required to release part
  • Lift capacity clearly stated on magnet
  • "Jack Screw" Secondary Release
  • Durable stainless steel casing
  • Use only on thick, non-flexing ferrous items
  • 3:1 Design Factor
  • Made In The USA
  • CONFORMS TO ASME B30.20 STANDARDS

 
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 Sheet Handlers
 
Protect workers from cuts, slivers, nicks & burns! Use the Magnetic Sheet Handler for steel sheets, plates, hot or oily parts.
Increase productivity
No electricity required
Handle sheets stacked horizontally or vertically
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 Round Electromagnetic Lift
 
Round Electro Lifting Magnets(RELM) provide concentrated holding power and a deep reaching magnetic field to lift thick, ferrous items. These electromagnetic lifts are an extremely valuable material handling tool. The RELM's durable construction makes them suitable for working in most environments handling thick, non-flexing items such as, steel plates, billets, die castings, forgings and more.
 
Designed for plug-in use (no separate power supply required), the control switch for the "on, off & release" functions of the magnet are mounted on the top of the unit. When compared to our competitors electro lifting magnets, IMI's RELM series of lift magnets offers lower wattage requirements, higher lifting capacities and a lower unit weight.
 
Note: RELM's are not intended to be used as scrap handling magnets. Picking up several pieces of steel at once is not recommend and may result in serious injury or property damage. You must have 100% coverage on a FLAT SURFACE to operate the magnet.
 
Wall plug not included, recommend twist lock style plug
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 Battery Lift
 
The convenience of an Electro Lift Magnet without the cord....Battery Lift Magnets make loading and unloading of thick, non-flexing ferrous parts simple and fast!
 
Battery lift magnets (BLM) operate on a self-contained automotive type battery (not included), which results in maximum convenience, portability, versatility and dependability. Since there is no need for external power cords, this lift magnet is ideal for remote locations and can be used with forklift type transports or lift cranes that do not have means of power.
 
BLM's come complete with built-in chargers and a visible power gauge that shows when the magnet needs charging. This simple lift magnet does not have fancy lights, bells or whistles that can malfunction and cause a dangerous lifting situation.
 
WARNING: BLM's are NOT intended to be used as scrap handling magnets. Picking up several pieces of steel at once is not recommended and may result in serious injury or property damage. You must have 100% coverage on a FLAT SURFACE to operate the magnet.
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 Air Actuated PowerLift® Magnets
 
These Air-Actuated PowerLift® Magnets are a perfect solution for systems lifting large, thick, steel plates or any common PowerLift application where remote release or the simultaneous release of a number of magnets on a spreader system is required.
 
The magnet's air actuator turns the magnet on and off, allowing all the safety of a permanent magnet that will not drop the load during a power or air loss.
 
Air Actuated PowerLifts can be used by themselves or in larger systems that can be customized to fit your needs.
 
Specifications:
80-100 psi(clean, dry air)
4 way, 2 position with CV > or = 1 (CV = measurement of airflow through a valve)
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 Vertical Lift Adapter
 
DESIGNED FOR THICK, NON-FLEXING MATERIAL.
 
The Vertical Lift Adapter(VLA), combined with an IMI PowerLift® magnet, lifts ferrous metal sheets, plates, rounds and billets from horizontal to vertical orientation or vice versa. The VLA is ideal for loading steel plate into vertical storage racks and for lifting plate steel, rounds or billets to machining centers or cutting tables.
 
The Vertical Lift Adapter can be used on various flat steel plates or round shapes and allows the operator to lift loads up to 4 feet wide. The Vertical Lift Adapter also has convenient, built-in forklift brackets to move and handle steel in a horizontal orientation.
 
The Vertical Lift Adapter is currently available for use with the PNL0800 and PNL1600. For additional models, or steel billet lifting applications, please contact our inside sales department at 800.582.0822.
 
Applications:
  • Load steel plate into vertical storage racks
  • Lift steel plate from vertical storage racks to horizontal machining centers or cutting tables
  • Lift steel plate, rounds or billets into place for equipment/machinery manufacturing.

Benefits:
  • One lifter for both horizontal and vertical sheet or part handling
  • Reduce employee injury - Eliminate improper use of slings or chains to lift sheet metal or steel parts vertically
  • Increase production time
  • No electricity required
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 BasicLift™ Magnet
 
BasicLift™ - Permanent Ceramic Lift Magnets for Flat Steel Applications
 
IMI's new BasicLift™ Magnet is a powerful, no frills permanent ceramic lift magnet perfect for basic, flat steel lifting applications.  Featuring a lightweight and durable Stainless Steel design, the BasicLift has a full width cam to release the magnet from the steel surface and a tall lift lug for easy use with crane hooks and slings.
 
The BasicLift offers a good value for your dollar with strong lifting capacity and basic lifting features.
Full width cam release
Large lift lug
Light weight Design
Durable Stainless Steel casing
Heat resistant up to 300°F (148°C)
2:1 Design Factor
Made In USA
 
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 VersaLift™ Magnets
 
VersaLift™ Lifting Magnets with Test Mode, Horizontal & Vertical Lifting Capability and RFID Chip
 
Compact and powerful Rare Earth lift magnet for use on flat or round surfaces. Contains an internal ON/OFF release device that does not contact or damage the surface of the part. More features than other lifts and manufactured in the USA (USA M.A.D.E.™).
  • Rare Earth Magnet with a Locking On/Off handle & Test load feature
  • Supports custom pole shoes
  • Supports custom pole shoes
  • Heat resistant up to 200°F (94°C)
  • Stationary Lift Lug(s)
  • Vertical Lift Capability using the optional Lift Lug attachment
  • RFID tagged
  • 3:1 Design Factor
  • CONFORMS TO ASME B30.20 STANDARDS

Test Load Feature
To operate Test Feature, pull spring loaded handle out and rotate it to the "TEST" position. Lift load approximately 2-3" to verify the magnet has the capacity to lift your load. Once verified, place load back down and turn the handle to the "ON" position. Never complete entire lift operation in "TEST" position.
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 DynamicLift™ Remote Operated Magnet
 
The remote operated DynamicLift™ permanent lift magnet, featuring Magswitch® technology, can be turned "on" or "off" using a remote control, without the need of air or electricity! Not only does this give the operator freedom from electrical cords and air hoses, but also opens up a whole new range of lifting possibilities where accessibility to the magnet was cumbersome or impossible to reach, such as lifting above or below arm's length, into deep channels, loading or unloading CNC/cutting tables and operation from inside the forklift.
 
This compact, yet powerful, Rare Earth lift magnet contains an internal on/off release device that does not contact or damage the surface of the part being lifted. Permanent magnetic lifts also eliminate the fear of dropping the load being lifted due to power failures.
  • Remote Operated, locking, On/Off Rare Earth permanent magnet will stay "on" if battery loses power
  • Built in safety - a load sensor and a 3-button power off sequence prevent accidental release while under load
  • Indicator lights for magnet operational state and battery strength
  • Includes two, 12 volt rechargeable, Lithium-ion batteries(200 cycles per charge) and charger
  • Secondary manual release in case of battery failure
  • 3:1 Design Factor
  • Heat resistant up to 180°F (82°C)
  • CONFORMS TO ASME B30.20 STANDARDS
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 DynamicLift™ Magnet
 
These lightweight and powerful Rare Earth permanent lift magnets, featuring Magswitch® technology, can be used on flat or round surfaces and contain an internal release On/Off device that does not contact or damage the surface of the part being lifted. DynamicLifts™ have superior holding on thin gauge ferrous metals to comparable Rare Earth lift magnets.
  • On/Off Rare Earth design
  • Easier actuation and Superior holding on material from 1/4" to 1" in thickness
  • Lifts flat or round loads
  • Heat resistant up to 180°F (82°C)
  • Handle locks in "On" position
  • 3:1 Design Factor
  • CONFORMS TO ASME B30.20 STANDARDS
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 Valve Box Lifter
 
Stop bending over to lift!
 
This sturdy, yet lightweight permanent magnetic retriever is capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and reduces back strain and finger & toe injuries by ergonomically lifting and moving cast iron utility covers or non-flexing ferrous metals flats and rounds.
 
The deep reach magnetic field penetrates even textured surfaces and features an easy to use on/off locking handle for safety and precise positioning of parts. Features MagSwitch® technology and rated for small cast iron covers weighing less than 50 lbs.
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