PS 1 / PHD

MAINLY USED IN
Landscaping, Concrete, Construction
LIFTING CAPACITY
1,700 lb (0.8 tonne) - 2,500 lb (1.13 tonne)
HOST MACHINE
Manual use with dolly or can be mounted on a range of host machines
PS 1/PHD
Overview
VACUWORX PORTABLE VACUUM LIFTING SYSTEMS offer the perfect solution for smaller lifting challenges on the job or in the shop. Engineered for both interior and exterior applications, these battery-powered, compact lifters can go to work anywhere. The PS 1 can lift up to 0.8 tonne. The PHD features a twin pump design, wireless remote control and a lift capacity of 1.13 tonne.
- Lightweight and completely portable
- Ideal for applications where no power source is available
- Powered by a 12V 30 Ah rechargeable LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery for longer run time
- PHD features a remote control for versatility and two dual-stage vacuum pumps for faster operation
- For manual use with the Lift Dolly or in conjunction with small host equipment such as mini skid steers, mini excavators, demolition robots, forklifts and small cranes
Lifter | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions |
PS 1 | 1,700 lb (0.8 tonne) | 28 lb (12.7 kg) | L 14.25” (362 mm) x H 6.5” (165 mm) x W 11.5” (292 mm) |
PHD | 2,500 lb (1.13 tonne) | 35 lb (15.8 kg) | L 19” (483 mm) x H 7.5” (191 mm) x W 14.5” (368 mm) |
Pad | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions |
PS1-0812F | 548 lb (249 kg) | 14 lb (6.4 kg) | 8” x 12” (203.2×304.8 mm) inner/10” x 14” (254×355.6 mm) outer |
PS1-1216F | 1,114 lb (505 kg) | 24.2 lb (11 kg) | 12” x 16” (304.8×406.4 mm) inner/14” x 18” (355.6×457.2 mm) outer |
PS1-1616F | 1,489 lb (675 kg) | 29.5 lb (13.4 kg) | 16” x 16” (406.4x 406.4 mm) inner/18” x 18” (457.2×457.2 mm) outer |
PS1-1919.25F | 2,134 lb (968 kg) | 38.5lb (17.4 kg) | 19” x 19.25” (482.6X482.6 mm) inner/21” x 21.25” (533.4×546.1 mm) outer |
PT3000-600A | 1” x 2” Tough Seal™, 10 ft (3 m) | PT7600-023 | PS Battery Charger |
PT7401-101 | Vacuum Filter Element | PT7600-106 | PHD Rechargeable Battery |
PT7417-002A | Shackle | PT7600-107 | PHD Battery Charger |
PT7418-002A | Vacuum Hose Assembly | PT8300-076A | Pad Pin Kit |
PT7600-009 | PS Rechargeable Battery | PT8300-400A | Mounting Assembly for Mini Skid Steer (top mount) |
News and Case Studies

Vacuworx Lifters Increase Productivity and Safety for Demolition Contractor
The addition of vacuum lifting equipment has set Milburn’s company up to bid more competitively. Plus, vacuum lifting reduces physical strain on worker’s bodies, limits exposure to hazardous pinch points and often eliminates any need for…

Vacuworx PHD Named a Top 50 New Product For 2021
The Vacuworx PHD Series portable vacuum lifting system was named a Top 50 product in 2021, by Equipment Today, a leading equipment magazine serving commercial construction contractors. PHD Series lifters were designed with remote operation and lifting capacities of 2,500 lb. The system if fully customizable with a variety of interchangeable vacuum pads and mounting options for forklifts, small cranes, compact excavators, skid steers…

Compact Electric Construction Equipment in Action: Safe and Disruption-Free Lifting in a Pharmaceutical Plant
In industries where precision, safety, and minimal disruption are essential, traditional heavy lifting equipment often falls short.