Stertil-Koni provides lifts for Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport has upgraded its ground support equipment (GSE) maintenance with the installation of two Stertil-Koni SK2055EFA 2-Post FREEDOMLIFTs.

Replacing older 2-post models, each lift offers a lifting capacity of 5,500kg, ideal for handling a wide variety of vehicles including tow tractors and other specialist GSE vehicles. Thanks to the FREEDOMLIFT’s double-telescopic arms and hinged elbow joints, technicians can securely position vehicles of varying sizes, ensuring safe lifting every time.

The lifts can reach their full height of 2045mm in 39 seconds, helping reduce downtime and speed up routine servicing. With no floor base or overhead crossbars, the design ensures unrestricted access for mechanics working underneath, streamlining tasks such as inspections, maintenance, and part replacements.

The open-frame design also makes installation simple, integrating neatly into the airport’s existing workshop layout with minimal disruption.

Built-in safety features provide peace of mind for the team, including an independent locking system engaging just above floor level, overload protection, synchronised lifting technology, and shielding for all key components.