Fluke Debuts PV Module Lift to Cut Hoist Costs and Boost Safety
FTV•Fluke launched the PV Module Lift, a lightweight portable system that moves solar panels onto roofs in under five minutes using existing extension ladders. The lift requires no power source, supports OSHA ladder safety, reduces installer fatigue, and offers 60- and 80-foot rope configurations at lower cost than powered hoists.
1. Fluke Launches PV Module Lift
Fluke Corporation introduced its PV Module Lift, a portable solution designed to eliminate manual panel carrying and powered hoist complexity by integrating with standard Werner or Louisville fiberglass extension ladders to elevate photovoltaic modules onto rooftops in under five minutes.
2. Key Features and Safety Benefits
The system requires no electricity or fuel, includes 60- and 80-foot rope options, and attaches via a patented module hook to prevent lateral movement. An integrated braking mechanism and built-in ladder ramps ensure secure lifting while enabling installers to maintain OSHA’s three-point contact requirement.
3. Cost and Productivity Advantages
Priced significantly below traditional powered hoists, the PV Module Lift reduces equipment, fuel and maintenance expenses. Its sub-five-minute single-installer setup cuts crew fatigue and maximizes daily installation capacity, potentially boosting field productivity and accelerating rollout schedules.
4. Availability and Market Outlook
Available immediately for residential and light commercial solar installers, the PV Module Lift positions Fluke to capture a larger share of the expanding rooftop solar tools market, driving incremental revenue growth in Fortive’s Test and Measurement division.
