Industrial Press Handling Near Lyon

Industrial Press Handling Near Lyon

Manudem Rhône-Alpes, your specialist in industrial press handling in the Lyon region

Handling industrial presses is a complex operation that requires a high level of technical expertise, specialized equipment, and complete control of safety constraints. Whether it involves unloading, relocating, transferring, or positioning a multi-ton press, every operation requires meticulous preparation and a thoroughly controlled methodology.

Thanks to its recognized expertise in heavy handling, industrial lifting, machine tool crane operations, and the transportation of sensitive industrial equipment, Manudem Rhône-Alpes, a BOVIS Group agency based near Lyon, supports manufacturers throughout the region in their most demanding projects on a daily basis.

Recently, the Manudem Rhône-Alpes teams carried out an operation in Saint-Fons (69) to unload and position a 9-ton industrial press, once again demonstrating their expertise in handling heavy equipment requiring precision, coordination, and safety.

Recognized expertise in heavy industrial machinery handling

Located in the heart of the Rhône-Alpes region, Manudem Rhône-Alpes supports industrial companies with operations such as:

• heavy industrial handling;
• machinery relocation;
• industrial moving projects;
• press relocation;
• production line installation;
• industrial equipment lifting and crane operations;
• installation of heavy machine tools;
• industrial transport and logistics.

The teams have extensive experience handling particularly sensitive equipment such as:

• mechanical and hydraulic presses;
• machining centers;
• production machinery;
• plastics processing equipment;
• stamping machines;
• metalworking equipment;
• automated production lines.

Each project undergoes a detailed technical assessment to determine the most appropriate human and material resources based on site constraints and the characteristics of the equipment to be moved.

Unloading a 9-ton press in Saint-Fons: a perfectly controlled operation

Meticulous preparation before arrival on site

For this operation carried out at an industrial site in Saint-Fons, the Manudem Rhône-Alpes teams first organized the transportation of the technical resources required from their depot.

This preparatory phase is essential to the success of any heavy handling operation. It makes it possible to:

• assess site access;
• identify circulation areas;
• prepare the lifting plan;
• secure the work environment;
• anticipate constraints related to the machine’s weight.

Advance preparation is a key factor in ensuring smooth operations and complete risk control.

Crane setup and lifting preparation

Upon arrival on site, the teams installed the crane required to unload the press.

The positioning of this lifting equipment was carried out with precision in order to comply with:

• load capacities;
• lifting radii;
• ground support stability;
• environmental constraints;
• site safety regulations.

Once the crane had been stabilized and inspected, the specialized technicians prepared the press rigging operation.

Rigging: a critical step for lifting safety

Rigging is a particularly sensitive phase when moving heavy machinery.

The Manudem Rhône-Alpes teams selected the appropriate lifting points and installed the necessary lifting accessories to ensure:

• load balance;
• compliance with the center of gravity;
• stability during lifting;
• protection of the machine.

This technical expertise eliminates tipping risks and ensures complete control of the press throughout the entire operation.

Crane lifting and positioning on a rolling system

After all safety checks had been validated, the teams proceeded with lifting the 9-ton press.

The crane operation enabled the machine to be removed from the semi-trailer and accurately positioned on a Moover handling system specifically designed for moving heavy loads in industrial environments.

The use of this type of equipment offers several advantages:

• high positioning accuracy;
• complete trajectory control;
• reduced effort;
• excellent load stability;
• safe movement in confined spaces.

The combination of crane lifting and specialized rolling systems enables the efficient handling of the heaviest industrial equipment.