Vacuum Lifters for Insulated Metal Panel Installation

Wood's Powr-Grip MRTALP Series — Vacuum Lifters for Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) Installation

Wood's Powr-Grip offers three purpose-built vacuum lifters for Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) installation — eliminating the need for damaging slings or bolts and enabling safer, faster panel handling. All models feature Intelli-Grip Technology® that automatically monitors vacuum and power systems to maximize safety and efficiency while simplifying maintenance and repairs, and a Dual Vacuum system for redundant vacuum safety. All models are DC battery powered. Select the model that matches your panel type, size, and installation application.

Available Models

Panel Master — MRTALP4625DC3 (SKU 98741)

The Panel Master is designed specifically for lifting and positioning Insulated Metal Panels, with a low-profile design that handles loads up to 600 lbs (270 kg). Equipped with Intelli-Grip Technology® and Dual Vacuum system.

• Special 6" x 25" Vacuum Pads — attach to panels with high ribs or standing seams that standard round pads cannot seal against
• Adjustable Pad Arms and Movable Pad Mounts — allow the lifter to match a variety of panel profiles (widths and contours)
• Quadra-Tilt Design — enables a single operator to easily move heavy loads between upright and flat positions
• Options for Long Roofing Panels — configurable for handling extra-long roofing panel runs
• Intelli-Grip Technology® + Dual Vacuum System
• Load Capacity: 600 lbs [270 kg] — DC battery powered

Cladding Lifter — MTCL6625DC3 (SKU 98470)

The Cladding Lifter is a versatile IMP lifter for wall and roofing panel installation, capable of handling loads up to 700 lbs (320 kg) — the highest capacity in the MRTALP lineup. Equipped with Intelli-Grip Technology® and Dual Vacuum system.

• Adjustable Vacuum Pads — movable pad mounts accommodate loads of various shapes and sizes
• Tool-Free Pad Frame Extensions — install without tools for jobs requiring extra-long panel handling
• Intelli-Grip® App — monitor the lifter from a distance via the Intelli-Grip App
• Intelli-Grip Technology® + Dual Vacuum System
• Load Capacity: 700 lbs [320 kg] — DC battery powered — highest capacity in the lineup

Panel Channel Lifter — P110T04DC3 (SKU 98721)

The Panel Channel Lifter is a lightweight vacuum lifter suited for cold storage panels and smaller IMPs, with a capacity of 600 lbs (270 kg). Equipped with Intelli-Grip Technology® and Dual Vacuum system.

• Flexible Sealing Rings — replaceable rings attach reliably on textured surfaces or contours up to 1/8" (3 mm) deep — the only model in the lineup rated for textured surfaces
• High-Flow Vacuum Pump — faster attach and release cycles, boosting productivity on repetitive panel installations
• Intelli-Grip® App — monitor the lifter from a distance via the Intelli-Grip App
• Intelli-Grip Technology® + Dual Vacuum System
• Load Capacity: 600 lbs [270 kg] — DC battery powered — ideal for cold storage panels and small-to-medium IMPs

How to Select Your Model

Choose the Panel Master (98741) when:

• You are handling roofing panels with high ribs or standing seams that standard round pads cannot seal against
• You need Quadra-Tilt for single-operator tilt between upright and flat positions
• You need adjustable pad arms to match different panel profiles and widths

Choose the Cladding Lifter (98470) when:

• You are handling wall or roofing panels and need the highest capacity (700 lbs)
• You need tool-free pad frame extensions for extra-long panels
• You want Intelli-Grip App remote monitoring capability

Choose the Panel Channel Lifter (98721) when:

• You are handling cold storage panels or small-to-medium IMPs
• Your panels have textured surfaces or contours up to 1/8" (3 mm) deep that require flexible sealing rings
• You need a High-Flow vacuum pump for faster attach/release cycles on repetitive installations

Key Features Shared Across All Models

• Intelli-Grip Technology® — automatic vacuum and power system monitoring; maximizes safety and efficiency; simplifies maintenance and repairs
• Dual Vacuum System — redundant vacuum generation for safety at high load capacities
• DC Battery Power — cordless operation for job site flexibility
• No Slings or Bolts — vacuum attachment eliminates panel damage from sling contact and bolt holes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the Panel Master and the Cladding Lifter?
A: The Panel Master (98741) uses special 6" x 25" rectangular pads designed for panels with high ribs or standing seams, and features Quadra-Tilt for single-operator tilt operations. The Cladding Lifter (98470) uses adjustable round vacuum pads with movable mounts and tool-free frame extensions for extra-long panels, and has the highest capacity at 700 lbs. Choose the Panel Master for ribbed/standing seam roofing panels; choose the Cladding Lifter for smooth wall and roofing panels where maximum capacity and extra-long panel handling are priorities.

Q: Which model handles textured panel surfaces?
A: Only the Panel Channel Lifter (98721) is rated for textured surfaces, using flexible sealing rings that attach reliably on textured surfaces or contours up to 1/8" (3 mm) deep. The Panel Master and Cladding Lifter require smooth panel surfaces for vacuum attachment.

Q: What is the Intelli-Grip® App?
A: The Intelli-Grip® App allows operators to monitor the lifter’s vacuum and power systems from a distance. Available on the Cladding Lifter and Panel Channel Lifter. The app works with the Intelli-Grip Technology® system built into these models.

Q: Is this product made to order?
A: Yes. All models are made to order and all sales are final. Please confirm your panel type, surface texture, capacity requirements, and installation application before placing your order. Contact us for lead times.