What next for spider lifts?

Euan Youdale Editor, Access International

16 February 2026

Customers are asking for a complex combination of technology, compactness and flexibility. RAI discovers the challenges and opportunities.

One of the main challenges for OEMs in the modern spider sector is balancing regulatory requirements, says Poala Palazzani, president of Palazzani, along with sustainability targets, and customer expectations while maintaining reliability and competitive costs.

“However, this also represents a significant opportunity,” adds Palazzani. “Manufacturers able to deliver compact,…

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