G-Force® Intelligent Lifting Device

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The G-Force® iQ model offers high speed, precision, and smooth motion, available in a 165, 330, and 660 lb. capacity units.

  • Patented exclusive combined collector and air swivel prevents damage to coil and/or optional air coil - (view video)
  • Float mode option for ultimate load control comes with weight readout functionality
  • Choice of slide handle or control pendant to best fit your needs
  • Add on push button air valves and electric switches for control of end tooling
  • Standard Input / Output capability
  • Optional expandable auxiliary I/O
  • Capable of operating two G-Force® units with one handle or one G-Force® from two different handle locations
The G-Force® Q model offers high speed, precision, and smooth motion, available in a 165, 330, and 660 lb. capacity units.

  • Patented exclusive combined collector and air swivel prevents damage to coil and/or optional air coil - (view video)
  • Float mode option for ultimate load control comes with weight readout functionality
  • Choice of slide handle or control pendant to best fit your needs
  • Add on push button air valves and electric switches for control of end tooling
Features:
  • Available in 165#, 330#, and 660# capacity
  • Remote mount auxiliary I/O block mounted below the handle
  • Auxiliary 24 volt power supply to drive input/outputs and other sensors
  • Virtual limits and points of speed reduction is standard
  • Capable of operating two units with one handle
  • Capable of operating one unit with two different handle locations
  • Standard controls for easy upgrades
  • Handle configurations are easily changeable in the field
  • Standard coil cords with in-field add-on air hose
  • Slide and pendant handles are interchangeable between the Q and iQ
  • More processing power for smooth operation and improved performance
  • Improved float mode allows for better control of the load
  • LCD on hand controller communicates more information like system status and diagnostics
  • Seamless operator present function by means of a photo sensor
  • Ergonomic Slide handle design
  • Higher environmental ratings (more tolerant to dust and liquid)
  • Electric/air collector is standard eliminating coil cord damage
  • Pendant handle available
  • Optional standard auxiliary air valves and electric switches for hand controller make tooling integration easier
  • Standard Input/Output functionality makes the product suitable for more applications out of the box
  • Ease of installation for reduced installation time & costs
  • Readily accepted by operators because its easy to use and enhances their job performance
  • Rapid return on investment through increased productivity and reduced product damage
  • Decreases risk of operator injury creating a safer work environment
Use for:
  • Automotive (engine assembly, transmission assembly, chassis components)
  • Heavy equipment manufacturing
  • Tool & Die changeouts
  • Natural Gas & Oil Industry (valves, drilling components, etc)
  • Repetitive lifting jobs
  • Parts Assembly
  • Machining
  • Palletizing loads
  • Warehouse loading docks
  • Process Equipment Maintenance
Industry's Best Warranty - 1 year on all Intelligent Assist Devices.

Industry's Best Delivery - 5-Day Shipments available for all Intelligent Assist Devices. 2- or 3- Day Premium Service also available.

"If it's late, we pay the freight" - When delivery is critical, you can depend on Gorbel?. Upon request, we will guarantee your purchase will be ready for shipment on the promised date or we pay the freight.

Ease of Installation - We build and assemble all components with jigs and fixtures to ensure easy installation

Ease of Operation - This helps reduce operator injuries and increase your company's productivity

Local Representation - Gorbel® Intelligent Assist Devices are sold and serviced through a network of experienced material handling specialists through North America, China, Korea, and Australia

Versatility - Gorbel® makes a complete line of material handling products to meet your needs!

Safety - Gorbel®'s Intelligent Assist Devices are designed with the user in mind, making the job easier and keeping the operator safe
Handle Options:
  • Remote mount slide handle
  • Suspended pendant control handle
  • Remote mount pendant control handle
  • Remote mount slide handle bracket
  • Remote mount handle clamp collar

Available Accessories:
  • Shock absorbing end stop
  • Latch hook
  • Extended wire rope drop
  • Slide on Air Hose
  • Transformer
  • Universal trolley adapter
Actuator: The Actuator assembly contains the main lifting power transmission of the G-Force® lifting device. The drive assembly of the Actuator consists of the ServoMotor with failsafe brake, Gearbox, Main Drum Pulley and Controls. The Actuator Assembly also contains the Upper & Lower Limit Switches.

Coil Cord: The Coil Cord Assembly carries the signals from the Handle back to the Controls in the Actuator assembly. The Coil Cord carries signals back to the Controls for lift speed, lift direction, E-Stop, and Float Mode (if equipped).

Handle: The Handle is the main interface between the operator and the lifting device. The Handle comes standard equipped with a lifting hook. The supplied hook can be removed and replaced with customer tooling.

Float Mode: This mode is initiated simply by pressing the Float Mode Enable button on the hand controller. In this mode, the operator can simply handle the load directly with either one or two hands and cause the load to raise or lower by applying either an upward or downward force on the load.

Emergency Stop Button: When depressed, the Emergency Stop (E-Stop) button cuts off all power to the Controls, and sets the mechanical fail-safe brake. The G-Force® can not operate until the E-Stop has been reset.

Overload: The servo controller will prevent the lift from moving upward if loaded beyond the maximum capacity of the G-Force®' BX. When an overload condition is sensed, the overload indicator is illuminated and the lift is prevented from moving upward. The lift may be moved down for safe removal of the load.

Limit Switches:The G-Force® is equipped with both mechanical Upper and Lower Limit switches, located in the Actuator assembly. When the Upper Limit switch is triggered, the upward motion of the lift stops quickly at a controlled deceleration rate. The controlled deceleration rate guarantees the load cannot come off the hook. When the Upper Limit is triggered the lift will move down but not up. The lower limit is set so that a minimum of two full wraps of wire rope remain on the drum pulley at all times. When the Lower Limit switch is triggered, the downward motion of the lift stops quickly at a controlled deceleration rate. When the Lower Limit is triggered, the lift will only move up and not down.

Slack Switch: The G-Force® is equipped with a pair of Slack Switches that sense tension in the wire rope and trips when the wire rope develops slack. The switches are located inside the Actuator assembly. When the Slack Switches sense slack in the wire rope, downward movement of the lift is stopped to minimize the amount of wire rope unwound from the drum pulley. When slack in the wire rope is sensed, the lift will only move up but not down.

Features:
  • Available in 165#, 330#, and 660# capacity
  • Remote mount auxiliary I/O block mounted below the handle
  • Virtual limits and points of speed reduction is standard
  • Standard controls for easy upgrades
  • Handle configurations are easily changeable in the field
  • Standard coil cords with in-field add-on air hose
  • Slide and pendant handles are interchangeable between the Q and iQ
  • More processing power for smooth operation and improved performance
  • Improved float mode allows for better control of the load
  • LCD on hand controller communicates more information like system status and diagnostics
  • Seamless operator present function by means of a photo sensor
  • Ergonomic Slide handle design
  • Higher environmental ratings (more tolerant to dust and liquid)
  • Electric/air collector is standard eliminating coil cord damage
  • Pendant handle available
  • Optional standard auxiliary air valves and electric switches for hand controller make tooling integration easier
  • Standard Input/Output functionality makes the product suitable for more applications out of the box
  • Ease of installation for reduced installation time & costs
  • Readily accepted by operators because its easy to use and enhances their job performance
  • Rapid return on investment through increased productivity and reduced product damage
  • Decreases risk of operator injury creating a safer work environment
Use for:
  • Automotive (engine assembly, transmission assembly, chassis components)
  • Heavy equipment manufacturing
  • Tool & Die changeouts
  • Natural Gas & Oil Industry (valves, drilling components, etc)
  • Repetitive lifting jobs
  • Parts Assembly
  • Machining
  • Palletizing loads
  • Warehouse loading docks
  • Process Equipment Maintenance
Industry's Best Warranty - 1 year on all Intelligent Assist Devices.

Industry's Best Delivery - 5-Day Shipments available for all Intelligent Assist Devices. 2- or 3- Day Premium Service also available.

"If it's late, we pay the freight" - When delivery is critical, you can depend on Gorbel?. Upon request, we will guarantee your purchase will be ready for shipment on the promised date or we pay the freight.

Ease of Installation - We build and assemble all components with jigs and fixtures to ensure easy installation

Ease of Operation - This helps reduce operator injuries and increase your company's productivity

Local Representation - Gorbel® Intelligent Assist Devices are sold and serviced through a network of experienced material handling specialists through North America, China, Korea, and Australia

Versatility - Gorbel® makes a complete line of material handling products to meet your needs!

Safety - Gorbel®'s Intelligent Assist Devices are designed with the user in mind, making the job easier and keeping the operator safe
Handle Options:
  • Remote mount slide handle
  • Suspended pendant control handle
  • Remote mount pendant control handle
  • Remote mount slide handle bracket
  • Remote mount handle clamp collar

Available Accessories:
  • Shock absorbing end stop
  • Latch hook
  • Extended wire rope drop
  • Slide on Air Hose
  • Transformer
  • Universal trolley adapter
Actuator: The Actuator assembly contains the main lifting power transmission of the G-Force® lifting device. The drive assembly of the Actuator consists of the ServoMotor with failsafe brake, Gearbox, Main Drum Pulley and Controls. The Actuator Assembly also contains the Upper & Lower Limit Switches.

Coil Cord: The Coil Cord Assembly carries the signals from the Handle back to the Controls in the Actuator assembly. The Coil Cord carries signals back to the Controls for lift speed, lift direction, E-Stop, and Float Mode (if equipped).

Handle: The Handle is the main interface between the operator and the lifting device. The Handle comes standard equipped with a lifting hook. The supplied hook can be removed and replaced with customer tooling.

Float Mode: This mode is initiated simply by pressing the Float Mode Enable button on the hand controller. In this mode, the operator can simply handle the load directly with either one or two hands and cause the load to raise or lower by applying either an upward or downward force on the load.

Emergency Stop Button: When depressed, the Emergency Stop (E-Stop) button cuts off all power to the Controls, and sets the mechanical fail-safe brake. The G-Force® can not operate until the E-Stop has been reset.

Overload: The servo controller will prevent the lift from moving upward if loaded beyond the maximum capacity of the G-Force®' BX. When an overload condition is sensed, the overload indicator is illuminated and the lift is prevented from moving upward. The lift may be moved down for safe removal of the load.

Limit Switches:The G-Force® is equipped with both mechanical Upper and Lower Limit switches, located in the Actuator assembly. When the Upper Limit switch is triggered, the upward motion of the lift stops quickly at a controlled deceleration rate. The controlled deceleration rate guarantees the load cannot come off the hook. When the Upper Limit is triggered the lift will move down but not up. The lower limit is set so that a minimum of two full wraps of wire rope remain on the drum pulley at all times. When the Lower Limit switch is triggered, the downward motion of the lift stops quickly at a controlled deceleration rate. When the Lower Limit is triggered, the lift will only move up and not down.

Slack Switch: The G-Force® is equipped with a pair of Slack Switches that sense tension in the wire rope and trips when the wire rope develops slack. The switches are located inside the Actuator assembly. When the Slack Switches sense slack in the wire rope, downward movement of the lift is stopped to minimize the amount of wire rope unwound from the drum pulley. When slack in the wire rope is sensed, the lift will only move up but not down.