Select the Right Hoist
Before you buy
We are a manufacturer of professional and efficient hoists. We have created a summary of our hoists including information about hoist type, brand, capacity, features, and important measurements such as for arm or platform length, lifting height and minimum height.
View Hoist Summary – Hoist Selector Tool
Pre-Install Checklist
Before you buy a hoist, there are a few practical items that should be taken into consideration.
Molnar Services have developed a pre-install checklist to ensure that the customer’s hoist is going to fit and the job will run smoothly, well before purshasing your hoist there are 5 key factors that should be considered.
To read more about what to look for Pre-Installation. Download Molnar Hoists Pre Install Check List
A Molnar Hoists representative will be happy to consult with you throughout the planning process, to ensure you receive expert advice and support in choosing the product best for you.
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Choose Hoist by Work Type, Vehicle and Space
From there we can advise the hoist that is best suited for you. We have organised our range of products into 3 areas of application;
1. Vehicle Types
2. Work Types
3. Workshop Space
Vehicle Types
Vehicle Types | Description | Ideal Hoists |
Sports Cars* | Lighter vehicles with low ground clearance | CM360 Double Scissor Lift</td |
Off-road 4WDs | Heavy, wide, tall vehicles with high ground clearance and potentially unbalanced loading | CM245-A Symmetrical 2 Post CM245-AS Asymmetrical 2 Post H4443 Rails Wheel Free 4t H4543 Rails Wheel Free 5t |
Commercial | Heavier, wider, taller vehicles | SM450 Platform Lift |
Trucks & Buses | The biggest and the heaviest | Mobile Columns |
Work Types
Work Types | Description | Ideal Hoists |
Bodywork, Paint & Panel | Clear access around the outside of the vehicle at good working height. | CM350-LS Mid-Rise Scissor Hoist</td |
Air, Electrical & Pre-Delivery | Easy access to vehicle with doors open and good working height. | CM360 Double Scissor Lift</td |
Wheel Alignment | Vehicle is lifted under the wheels on a flat stable platform incorporating turntables, slip plates and a wheels free lifting means. |
SM450 Platform Lift |
Tyre & Wheel Service | Quickly lifts vehicle wheels free. | CM360 Double Scissor Hoist |
Exhaust | Easy access under vehicle with vehicle supported under the wheels so it sits as it would on the road. |
SM450 Platform Lift |
Engine & Drivetrain | Clear easy access under vehicle for support equipment | CM245-A Symmetrical 2 Post CM245-AS Asymmetrical 2 Post |
Brakes & Suspension^ | Secure wheels free lifting with good access | CM245-A Symmetrical 2 Post CM245-AS Asymmetrical 2 Post |
General Servicing^ | Good access to maintenance points on vehicle | CM245-A Symmetrical 2 Post CM245-AS Asymmetrical 2 Post |
Wash Bay | Lifting the vehicle to allow for easy access cleaning under the vehicle. | SB45 WB-G 2 Post |
Workshop Space
Vehicle Types | Description | Ideal Hoists |
Low Ceiling* | Low clearance between floor and ceiling or overhead obstructions | CM245-A Symmetrical 2 Post CM245-AS Asymmetrical 2 Post |
Restricted Space* | Smaller workshop bays or tight turning circles | CM360 Double Scissor Lift</td |
Bitumen or Poor Concrete | Floor is of a very low strength, thickness or quality | Mobile Columns |
240 Volt Power | Only 240 volt power is available | CM245-A Symmetrical 2 Post CM245-AS Asymmetrical 2 Post SM450 Wheel Alignment 4 Post |
* Note: Scissor lift hoists can be installed in-ground to suit workshops with limited space, vehicles with low ground clearance, or workshops that are looking for full flat floor effect.
^ Note: With the addition of Jacking Beams or using the Rails Wheel Free system, 4 Post Hoists can be a very versatile solution for vehicle service and repair.
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Contact Details
MOLNAR (STENHØJ Pty Ltd)
3 Graham Street
Export Park, SA 5950
Australia
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