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Lift Magnets
MPI's Battery Lifting Magnet provides robust cordless magnetic lifting for ferrous materials, featuring remote control, safety interlocks, and a rechargeable battery, thereby enhancing efficiency and reducing operator strain in various settings. The BMP Battery Lifting Magnet, designed for thin or uneven loads, offers quick-switch magnetic control and safety-rated power electronics, making it ideal for precise applications in demanding metalworking environments. MPI's Permanent Crane Magnet operates without electricity, ensuring reliable lifting in overhead crane operations, particularly in steel service centers and shipyards, with a no-maintenance design for dependable performance. Additionally, the Portable Permanent Lifting Magnet is compact and lever-actuated, catering to repetitive lifting tasks without needing power sources, thus improving productivity and safety while eliminating cumbersome rigging.
Permanent Crane Magnet
MPI’s Permanent Crane Magnet delivers powerful lifting without electricity—ideal for overhead crane operations in steel service centers, shipyards, and metal distribution facilities. Designed for durability and ease of use, it engages and releases magnetism manually, ensuring reliable performance even during power outages. Its no-maintenance design and fail-safe operation make it a trusted tool for moving steel plate, bar, or structural components safely and efficiently.
Permanent Lifting Magnet
MPI’s Permanent Lifting Magnet is a compact, portable solution for lifting flat or round ferrous materials in workshops, warehouses, or job sites. With a simple lever-actuated design and built-in safety latch, it offers powerful holding without electricity or batteries. Ideal for repetitive lifting tasks, it enhances productivity, reduces injury risk, and eliminates the need for cumbersome rigging gear—providing a dependable, maintenance-free alternative for everyday material handling.
Battery Lifting Magnet - BMP
The BMP Battery Lifting Magnet by MPI is a compact, high-performance solution designed for lifting thin, large, or uneven ferrous loads. With quick-switch magnetic control and safety-rated power electronics, it provides consistent lift without residual magnetism. Perfect for precise sheet separation, press loading, or robotic integration, the BMP model enhances operator safety and load stability—making it a smart choice for demanding metalworking environments.
Battery Lifting Magnet
MPI’s Battery Lifting Magnet provides powerful, cordless magnetic lifting for flat or round ferrous materials. With remote control activation, safety interlocks, and rechargeable battery operation, it eliminates the need for slings or hooks, increasing throughput and reducing strain on operators. Ideal for warehouses, service centers, and fabrication shops, this magnet offers flexible, efficient, and safe material handling without the constraints of external power sources.
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Unique Benefits and Considerations
Industries, Applications and Regulations
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Industry Type
Steel and Metal Distribution (service centers, warehouses)
Metal Fabrication and Welding Shops
Automotive and Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
Shipbuilding and Marine Fabrication
Aerospace and Defense
Construction and Infrastructure Fabrication
Tool & Die and Mold Making
Energy and Utility Equipment Manufacturing
Processing Application
Battery Lifting Magnet
Material handling in metal service centers, automated shops, and clean facilities.
Safe, quick lifting of steel plate, sheet, beams, pipe, or scrap—no rigging required.
Battery Lifting Magnet BMP
Sheet metal handling in high-precision environments (e.g., robotics, aerospace, automotive lines).
Lifting thin, uneven, or delicate ferrous materials with low residual magnetism for high-accuracy tasks.
Permanent Crane Magnet
Large-scale steel movement in shipyards, foundries, and structural fabrication.
Moving heavy bar, pipe, plate, or structural components via overhead cranes.
Permanent Lifting Magnet
General lifting in machine shops, weld booths, fabrication cells, and job sites.
Quick, manual lifting of small to mid-sized parts like blanks, billets, or finished components.
Regulations and Requirements
Standards, Regulations & Industry Requirements
MPI’s lift magnets help companies meet the following safety, quality, and operational standards:
OSHA Compliance – Reduces reliance on slings/chains; improves operator ergonomics and load handling safety
ANSI/ASME B30.20 – Standard for Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices; governs mechanical and magnetic lifters
ISO 9001 / Quality Management Systems – Supports consistent handling and traceable lifting processes
Lean Manufacturing Initiatives – Enables quick, efficient part flow and reduced setup time
5S and Ergonomics Programs – Minimizes floor clutter and manual strain, especially in cell-based production
CE / UL / CSA Ratings (where applicable) – Ensures electrically powered lift systems meet international safety and performance certifications
ESD and Cleanroom Protocols (Battery BMP) – Low residual magnetism and precision control support sensitive electronic or high-purity environments