Vacuum Lifter BEAR 6000
Controlled installation of heavy precast elements without straps, lifting hooks, or edge damage.
BEAR 6000 is an industrial vacuum lifter for lifting, moving, and installing concrete precast elements with a mass of up to 6000 kg. The device works together with cranes, gantry cranes, telescopic loaders, and forklifts. It proves useful where a stable grip from above, precise element positioning, and a repeatable working process are needed. BEAR 6000 is not a ready-made universal set. The device's configuration, number of suction cups, beam type, and carrier adaptation method are selected based on the actual elements the client works with.
Technical specifications
- Maximum load: up to 6000 kg
- Pump Type: oil-based
- Pump Efficiency: up to 106 m³/h
- Maximum Vacuum: –0,95 bar
- Power source: combustion or electric 400 V
- Device Weight: approx. 250 kg, depending on configuration
- Application: concrete precast elements, slabs, infrastructure elements
- Carriers: crane, gantry crane, telescopic loader, forklift
- Standards and Markings: EN 13155, CE
- Warranty: 12 months, option to extend up to 36 months
Available components
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Fork adaptation for BEAR6000
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Beam for BEAR6000 (length 3 meters)
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Chains for connecting the suction cups
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Bracket (beam–suction cup) for BEAR6000
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Upper bracket for BEAR6000
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Bracket (BEAR and WOLF) machine–suction cup
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Suction cup (BEAR and WOLF) 100×70, max 1700 kg
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Suction cup (BEAR and WOLF) 100×50, max 1200 kg
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Suction cup (BEAR and WOLF) 80×40, max 700 kg
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Suction cup (BEAR and WOLF) 50×30, max 300 kg
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Suction cup (BEAR and WOLF) 60×15, max 130 kg
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Suction cup 25×100 (WOLF and BEAR)
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Angled suction cup for curbstones, 290 kg (70×18)
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Key advantages
Lifting capacity up to 6000 kg
BEAR 6000 is designed for handling heavy concrete precast elements whose weight and size require a stable and controlled grip. Result: safer lifting and positioning of elements that are too heavy for light-duty lifters or traditional installation methods.
Top-side gripping
The vacuum acts on the top surface of the precast element, leaving all side edges unobstructed. Result: easier alignment of elements, smoother work near edges, and no issues typical of straps or clamps.
High‑performance pump
A pump with a capacity of up to 106 m³/h enables operation with selected elements of higher porosity. Result: the device can be configured for vibro‑pressed concrete, sandblasted or flame‑treated surfaces, or precast elements with micro‑channels.
Two power supply versions
BEAR 6000 is available in a combustion engine version or a 400 V electric version. Result: the combustion version is ideal for outdoor sites, while the electric version is perfect for production halls, precast plants, and overhead‑crane operations.
Modular configuration
The beam, number of suction cups, their dimensions and suspension method are selected for the specific application. Result: the customer receives a device tailored to their precast elements, not a generic “one‑size‑fits‑all” setup.
Work safety
The system includes optical and acoustic vacuum‑loss alarms, vacuum indicators, and optional additional safety features. Result: the operator has time to safely lower the load if working parameters drop below the safe threshold.
Application of the BEAR 6000 vacuum lifter
BEAR 6000 is designed for jobs where classic slings, straps, or lifting hooks limit precision, make access to the precast element's edge difficult, or increase the risk of damaging the element. Typical Applications| Work Area | Example Elements |
| Precast Construction | hollow-core slabs, ribbed slabs, prestressed concrete elements |
| Precast Production | removing elements from molds, transport between production stages |
| Infrastructure | road slabs, drainage elements, culverts, rings |
| Concrete Architecture | oversized prefabricated elements with demanding surface aesthetics |
| Special Installation | elements requiring vertical work using the tilting arm |
How does BEAR 6000 work?
The lifter grips the precast element from above, then allows it to be lifted, moved, and positioned at the installation site. The suction time is approximately 1 second, which allows maintaining a smooth working cycle. Gripping from above gives a particular advantage when the element must be precisely fitted to another precast piece or when side edges need to remain accessible during installation. When using the tilting arm, BEAR 6000 can also be used to work with elements positioned vertically.Power Supply Versions
| Version | When to Choose It |
| Combustion | for open construction sites, fieldwork, and anywhere without permanent power access |
| Electric 400 V | for production halls, precast plants, work under a crane, and in enclosed spaces |
Working with Porous and Special Concrete
Thanks to its high pump efficiency, BEAR 6000 can be selected for work with more demanding surfaces, such as vibro-pressed concrete, sandblasted elements, flamed surfaces, precast elements with increased porosity, or elements with micro-channels. The condition is the appropriate selection of suction cups, the beam, and the device configuration. That's why we analyze the type of precast elements, their surface, mass, dimensions, and mounting method before delivery.Configuration and Carrier Adaptation
BEAR 6000 can be prepared for work with various carriers and suspension systems. Possible configurations include:- beams for working with multiple suction cups,
- suction cups in various dimensions and lifting capacities,
- adaptation to a crane, gantry crane, forklift, or telescopic loader,
- the option to detach the suction cup assembly from the device base for work in confined spaces.
