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Six PCL-18B Columns for the Big Jobs Most Lifts Back Away From
The BendPak PCL-18B-6 Mobile Column Lift Set is built for shops that service large commercial vehicles and need up to 108,000 lbs. of system lifting capacity. With six 18,000-lb. columns working together, this setup gives truck shops, transit operations, fleet maintenance teams, and heavy-duty service facilities the lifting power needed for bigger equipment.
Even with that level of capacity, the system remains mobile. Once the vehicle is lowered, each column can be moved and stowed, allowing the shop to preserve floor flexibility instead of surrendering valuable space to a fixed heavy-duty lift.
108,000-lb. Lifting Capacity with Coordinated Control
A six-column setup is the right step when four columns are not enough for the vehicle length, weight, or service requirement. The PCL-18B-6 lets operators lift larger heavy-duty trucks and commercial vehicles while maintaining synchronized column movement throughout the lifting cycle.
All columns connect through a control system that can be managed from any column. Smart electronics, self-diagnostics, self-calibration functions, and sealed linear potentiometers help maintain precise communication so the vehicle remains level as it rises and lowers.
Move Heavy Columns Without Fighting the Shop Floor
The PCL-18B columns are built for mobility in demanding commercial facilities. Pallet-jack style steering wheels, tandem 8-inch polyurethane-covered steel wheels, sealed roller bearings, and a tight turning radius help operators move each column around large vehicles and uneven shop conditions.
Low-mounted power units and cylinders help keep the center of gravity lower than screw-drive systems with heavy overhead motors. Extended forks and multi-width wheel forks with locking pins support wide tires and deep wheel configurations often found on heavy-duty vehicles.
Safety Systems Designed for Six-Column Confidence
Lifting vehicles at this scale demands more than raw hydraulic power. The PCL-18B-6 includes 24-volt safety circuitry, warning lights, audible alarms, emergency shut-off switches, multi-fuse protected electronics, and separate key lock enclosures on each column.
Multiple automatic independent safety locks are spaced every four inches, and inverted hydraulic cylinders include integrated safety valves to help prevent uncontrolled lowering in the event of oil pressure loss. Manual safety override valves allow the lift to be lowered during a power outage without manual hand cranks.
108,000-lb. System Capacity
Six 18,000-lb. columns work together for heavy-duty vehicles that need more support than a four-column setup can provide.
Built for Big Fleet Work
Ideal for truck shops, municipal fleets, transit operations, and heavy-duty service facilities handling longer or heavier vehicles.
Synchronized Column Movement
Smart electronics and sealed linear potentiometers help each column communicate precisely during lift cycles.
Mobile After the Lift
Despite the capacity, each column can be moved and stowed after use to keep the service floor flexible.
Wide-Tire Fork Support
Extended forks and multi-width wheel forks with locking pins help accommodate commercial tires and deep wheel setups.
Emergency-Ready Design
Emergency shut-offs, manual override valves, safety locks, and integrated cylinder safety valves support safer heavy lifting.
Recommended Add-ons
Features
- 18,000-lb. individual column capacity
- Meets or exceeds ANSI/ALI ALCTV-2011 standards
- 208-240V, 3-phase main power system
- Optional voltages available upon request
- SINGLE, PAIR, or TEAM operation
- Controls can be programmed and operated from any column
- 24-volt safety circuitry
- PLC and main components use standard off-the-shelf brands
- Smart electronics with self-diagnostics and self-calibration
- Sealed and enclosed linear potentiometers for synchronized lifting
- Programmable variable height limit settings
- Two-speed lowering with turtle and rabbit speed settings
- Warning light and audible alarm on each column
- Emergency shut-off switch on each column
- Multiple automatic independent safety locks spaced every four inches
Specifications
| Lifting Capacity | 18000 lb |
| System Lifting Capacity | 108000 lb |
| Max Lifting Height | 71.5 in |
| Lifting Time | 85 seconds |
| Height | 101 in |
| Width | 45 in |
| Depth | 48.75 in |
| Chassis Length | 32.25 in |
| Lifting Fork Width | 9.5 - 35 in |
| Lifting Fork Length | 11.5 in |
| Voltage | 208-230V / 60 Hz / 3-Phase |
| Shipping Dimensions | 54 x 48 x 107 in |
| Shipping Weight | 1496 lb |
| Shipping Method | Flatbed |
| Offload Requirement | Forklift |
Manuals & Downloads
- BendPak PCL 18B 6 Mobile Column Lift System Set of 6 Sales Sheet
- BendPak PCL 18B Portable Column Lifts Installation Operation Manual
- BendPak Limited Warranty All Products