Oz Lifting shows new stainless steel davit crane at WEFTEC

Oz Lifting Products LLC will demonstrate its first stainless steel davit crane at the Water Environment Federation’s Technical Exhibition & Conference (WEFTEC), which takes place 27 September to 1 October at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The exhibition runs on the final three days of the event.

At the centre of Oz Lifting’s exhibit will be a prototype of its first stainless steel davit crane – suited to environments where corrosion resistance is of the utmost importance.

The product, which will be available in 500lb and 1000lb capacities, meets the unique material, dimension, and lifting requirements of these markets. The water and wastewater sector typically specifies type 304 and 316 stainless steel; the latter is a requirement in coastal and marine applications.

Richard Miller, sales manager at Oz Lifting, says, “The latest addition to our product range has its perfect launchpad – WEFTEC – where water quality professionals gather to find material handling and other solutions for the special demands of their work. The stainless steel davit crane will be of interest to many markets, but it will be especially relevant to the wastewater industry.”

Full-scale production is expected to commence in time for Oz Lifting to deliver stock to its distribution network prior to Q1 2026. The stainless steel davit crane will be compatible with the pedestal, socket, wall mount, and wheel bases for ultimate flexibility when looking to install the system in a variety of locations and applications.

Already familiar to WEFTEC attendees is the Tele-Pro davit crane range, which is available in 500lb, 1200lb and 2500lb capacities, and allows users to leverage the benefits of the company’s other davits, while telescoping the boom in and out under load. The series remains an excellent fit for wastewater and water treatment applications, where operators often encounter varying lift points, obstructions, or changing reach requirements during maintenance.

Richard said, “This feature allows plant personnel to fine-tune the boom length mid-lift, without having to stop and re-rig, improving efficiency and reducing downtime. It’s particularly useful for tasks like pulling pumps, mixers, or screens from wet wells or clarifiers, where conditions can change quickly and precise positioning is critical.”

Also popular among wastewater professionals are the CompOZite and CompOZite Elite davit cranes. The 1200lb. capacity CompOZite davit crane is renowned for being ultra-lightweight and having exceptional corrosion resistance. It is made from advanced composite material and weighs only 83lb. The carbon fibre CompOZite Elite, meanwhile, is the world’s most innovative davit crane, offering the same capacity as the CompOZite, but with a total crane weight of only 37lb.

Richard added, “All of our davit cranes are designed for quick, tool-free assembly and can be used across multiple interchangeable bases installed throughout a facility, making it easy to service pumps, mixers, and equipment in different locations. The advanced composite material and carbon fibre are not only incredibly strong but also corrosion-resistant, ensuring long service life even in harsh, high-moisture, or chemical-rich environments, typical of wastewater plants.”

Oz Lifting will also show its complete stainless series, including push beam trolleys, beam clamps, chain hoists, lever hoists, and winches. All manual winches on display can be drill-driven and include a drill drive adapter, making the job easier and more efficient for the operator. Like the new stainless davit, these solutions are engineered for corrosion resistance, low maintenance, and long service life in harsh water environments. They are compact, lightweight, and durable, making them ideal for confined spaces and demanding lift points. Together, they combine to give operators a versatile, site-ready arsenal to handle virtually any lifting requirement.

Richard will be joined in Chicago by Steve Napieralski, president; and Parker Hale, inside sales specialist.