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11-08-2013, 05:33 PM #1Newbie
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needing a lift solution idea
we are about to do some server moves in our data center. i was wondering if anyone can recommend a good solution for us to lift heavy servers. we currently use flatbed cart for our beasts and we just dread it. any ideas?
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11-08-2013, 05:43 PM #2Web Hosting Master
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I've seen a few things like this, but take a look. http://www.serverlift.com/
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11-08-2013, 06:24 PM #3Newbie
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hey stealthyhosting, thanks for the quick reply. great find though, they look pretty sturdy. have you personally use them before?
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11-08-2013, 06:27 PM #4Web Hosting Master
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11-08-2013, 07:06 PM #5Newbie
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which model of theirs do you use ionity?
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11-08-2013, 07:08 PM #6Web Hosting Master
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11-08-2013, 07:37 PM #7Web Hosting Master
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Typically UPS technicians/DC electrical companies will have specialized lifts for their batteries. Most UPS battery cabinets store the batteries in strings of 4 per shelf, and they sit on a removable tray on that shelf. Typically these lifts are designed to do 400-500 pounds, are hand crank, and fairly compact (all things considered).
This might also prove to be a viable option (and can get the heaviest beast up onto any position in a rack, including fully loaded switch chassis, etc.)Myles Loosley-Millman - admin@prioritycolo.com
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11-08-2013, 10:32 PM #8Randy
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Server lifts are pretty useful. Hopefully your datacenter has one. I don't know what I'd do without one when racking anything larger than 2U not to mention 10+ U routers
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11-09-2013, 03:27 PM #9Junior Guru Wannabe
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I've met the guys at serverlift and they seem like a nice and good bunch. The boss came from an engineering background for what it's worth. Purpose build is a little more pricey, but it's meant for the job.
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11-09-2013, 11:25 PM #10Web Hosting Master
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http://www.colourbox.com/preview/170...background.jpg attach the server to a string -- once ascended to the proper u (quickly rack) then cut the string.
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11-09-2013, 11:28 PM #11Aspiring Evangelist
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1+ for server lift.
We just did a huge relocation and it greatly reduced the amount of staff required for the move.
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11-10-2013, 03:56 AM #12Web Hosting Master
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Interns...
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11-10-2013, 12:33 PM #13Junior Guru Wannabe
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lol, Interns with strong backs and good workers comp insurance.
Here's my favorite video on a tricky install...
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11-10-2013, 11:21 PM #14Web Hosting Master
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11-11-2013, 09:20 PM #15WHT Addict
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+1 for ServerLift. I think the model I've used is the SL-500X. Pricey (~$8k+ I think?), but well worth it if you move large servers frequently.
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11-12-2013, 12:51 AM #16Web Hosting Master
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Meh. We use our arms, backs and legs. Heave ho.
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11-22-2013, 02:46 PM #17Newbie
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sounds like a good lift, our data center currently just use flat beds to move them around.
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11-22-2013, 02:48 PM #18Newbie
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12-03-2013, 09:24 PM #22Newbie
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Another +1 for serverlift.
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12-05-2013, 04:25 AM #23New Member
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Well, I've never used the Server Lifts myself but from researching them a little bit they look very handy and at the prices estimated of someone else's comments...I'd say it's well worth it. If you're moving expensive equipment...I'd recommend serverlift for various reason being;
1. You can safely move Server Hardware without the worry of tripping over something and dropping it.
2. You can easily lift even heavey hardware to a tall shelf without the worry of dropping it again or falling of a ladder plus if you need to do some hookups for some reason before you actually slide the server in, no worries.
3. Overall, it just makes life so much easier and I wish I had one.
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12-05-2013, 02:02 PM #24
I find we put most of our heavy systems at the bottom when we can saves trying to lift it so high! I could see this being a great item to have because when you look at it if a staff member hurts their back or shoulders racking a heavy system it's going to cost the business more than what it's worth however 8k is way to much you should be able to rig up a nice system for less than 1k.
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