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Rent Precision Vacuum Lifters and Counterbalance Systems for Complex Installs

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High-Capacity Vacuum Lifter – 1,200 kg / 2,650 lb

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Curved-Material Vacuum Lifter – 1,200 kg / 2,650 lb

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Industrial Panel Lifter – 1,270 kg / 2,800 lb

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Narrow Inline Lifter – 320 kg / 705 lb

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Compact Multi-Pad Lifter – 320 kg / 705 lb

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Counterbalance Beam – 1,500 kg / 3,300 lb

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High-Capacity Vacuum Lifting

High-Capacity Lifting Solutions for Glass, Panels, Stone, and Specialty Loads

Sentinel Glass provides access to British Columbia’s most versatile selection of high-capacity vacuum lifting equipment and counterbalance systems (lifting capacities in the 700–3,300 lb range). Our fleet enables the safe and controlled handling of oversized glass, architectural panels, stone slabs, metal assemblies, and other heavy materials, where precision and reach are essential.

Rent one of Canada’s largest high-capacity vacuum lifters, enabling safe handling of oversized and complex loads that most rental providers cannot support.

All equipment is maintained to industry-leading standards and is operated by certified professionals to ensure safety, efficiency, and predictable site performance.

Our equipment is engineered for demanding installations requiring secure lifting, millimetric control, and full rotational flexibility. Capabilities include:

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Full 360-degree rotation for precise placement

90-degree tilting between upright and flat positions

Curved Glass Capability

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Narrow-Site and Edge-Handling Solutions

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Precision Placement and Surface Protection

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Rent Counterbalance Beam Systems

Our counterbalance beams support installations where cranes or standard lifting points cannot align directly with the load.

Key capabilities include:

Extended reach of approximately 10 ft for installing under overhangs or deep recesses

Working load range around 1500–3300 lbs depending on configuration

Remote-controlled movement and integrated load-weight reading

Effective for glass, steel panels, stone slabs, architectural elements, and mechanical components

Applications include:

Cantilevered balconies

Deep-set façades

Overhead curtain wall units

Materials placed under soffits or structural projections

Why Choose Sentinel Glass for Equipment Rental

• BC’s largest range of high-performance vacuum lifters and counterbalance beams
• Equipment maintained to strict mechanical and safety standards
• Operator-included service ensures safe and efficient handling
• Capable of managing complex, sensitive, and oversized materials
• Locally based, fast response, and scheduling flexibility

Glass Lifting Equipment Rental

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Typical applications for glass lifting equipment rental:

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Ready to rent glass lifting equipment?

Contact Sentinel Glass with your panel specs and site details, and we will recommend the most suitable vacuum glass lifter or counterbalance configuration for your lift.

Ready to plan your lift?