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DOUGLAS EQUIPMENTMiami · Since 1955

Material Handling

Presto

Presto

Lifts, Tilters, Positioners

Origin:USA

About Presto

Presto manufactures lifts, tilters, and positioners for ergonomic industrial operations. Their equipment reduces ergonomic injury risk under OSHA Section 5(a)(1) (the General Duty Clause) and pays back ROI through reduced workers' comp claims, fewer injury-related absences, and increased throughput from less-fatigued workers.

Why Douglas Carries Presto

  • Pallet positioners and lift tables (manual hydraulic and electric)
  • Tilters for ergonomic loading and unloading
  • Mobile lifts for assembly lines and packaging stations
  • Heavy-duty industrial construction (1,000–6,000 lb capacities)
  • Configurable platform sizes for OEM integration

Presto Product Lines

The lines we supply and support, with the application sweet spot for each.

LineCapacityBest For
Pallet Positioners2,000 – 4,500 lbsErgonomic loading/unloading at fixed work height
Lift Tables (electric / hydraulic)500 – 6,000 lbsAssembly stations, ergonomic packaging, mold positioning
Mobile Lifts500 – 1,500 lbsInter-station ergonomic transport on assembly lines
Tilters1,000 – 6,000 lbsBox / container ergonomic dump and refill

Presto — Technical Reference

Presto Quick Reference
SpecialtyErgonomic positioning equipment — direct ergonomic ROI through reduced workers-comp
When to choose PrestoWhen the ergonomics complaint or workers-comp claim is real — payback typically <12 months
Power optionsManual hydraulic, hand-hydraulic, electric (110V or 230V), pneumatic for cleanrooms

Stock & Lead Time

We have direct access to the Presto catalog but do not maintain dedicated Miami stock — items ship to us by special order. Standard lift tables and pallet positioners: 1–2 weeks. Custom configurations: 4–6 weeks.

How to Get a Quote

For Presto equipment, call (305) 888-3700. Tell us the application (load capacity, environment, frequency of use) and we'll spec the right product with you.

Categories We Cover with This Brand

Drill into each category for full specifications, applications, and the right configuration for your use case.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ROI on a Presto lift table for a packaging or assembly station?
Typical ROI is 8–14 months in operations where workers lift 200+ items per shift from low pallet height. Calculation: a single back injury averages $40,000–$70,000 in workers' comp + lost time. A Presto lift table with proper height adjustment eliminates the lift-from-floor motion entirely. For multi-station deployments, the math works strongly in favor of the equipment.
What is the OSHA basis for ergonomic lifting equipment?
OSHA Section 5(a)(1), the General Duty Clause, requires employers to provide a workplace "free from recognized hazards." Repetitive heavy lifting is a recognized hazard documented by OSHA and NIOSH. Lift tables, tilters, and positioners are recognized engineering controls. There is no specific OSHA standard requiring lift tables; they are one of the engineering controls employers commonly use to address ergonomic hazards. Your safety professional determines what your operation needs.