Heavy Duty Freight Hoists

A heavy duty freight hoist moves large, heavy loads between floors when a standard goods hoist isn’t enough — bigger platforms, higher capacities and industrial duty cycles. Total Lifting Solutions designs, builds and installs heavy duty freight hoists across Australia, engineered to AS 1418.8, the Australian Standard for goods hoists.

Our standard modular goods hoists handle everyday loads — typically 1000 kg, with up to 12 metres of travel. A freight-duty build steps up from there: larger platforms for oversized pallets, stillages, machinery and full trolley loads, heavier capacities engineered to your actual load, and construction built for constant, intensive use in warehousing, manufacturing and logistics operations.

Every TLS freight hoist is designed to your site and your load — platform size, travel, door arrangement and structure are engineered per application, including twin-tower configurations where load distribution demands it. Each build is engineered to comply with AS 1418.8, and compliance documentation is supplied with the installation.

See our heavy capacity freight lifts in the field — including the H500, H750 and H2500 series — in our project photo gallery.

Tell us your load, your floor levels and your available space, and we’ll recommend the right freight hoist for the job. Call 0434 373 049 or send an enquiry through our contact page.

What’s the difference between a goods hoist and a heavy duty freight hoist?

Capacity, platform size and duty cycle. A standard goods hoist suits everyday pallet loads; a freight hoist is engineered for heavier, larger loads and constant industrial use.

What can a freight hoist carry?

Oversized pallets, stillages, machinery and wheeled loads — each unit is engineered to your actual load rather than a one-size rating.

Do they meet Australian Standards?

Yes — every TLS freight hoist is engineered to comply with AS 1418.8, the Australian Standard for goods hoists, with compliance documentation supplied.

Can one be installed in an existing building?

Yes — freight hoists are designed to the site, so retrofits into existing warehouses and factories are common. We work in with your layout and structure.

How do I get a price?

Send us your load details, travel height and available footprint and we’ll quote from there — call 0434 373 049.