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Elevator Installation & Modernization

Spider is a global leader in elevator installation and modernization access systems.

We offer a full range of equipment specifically designed for the elevator industry, including the widest range of personnel traction hoists from 1000 lb all the way up to the UpPro P2514, offering the highest capacity and highest speed in the industry. Spider’s UpPro line of hoists include variable frequency drive—the ONLY VFD hoists specifically designed for the elevator industry.

Are you using a false car or a car sling? Are you rigging 1:1 or 2:1? Do you need material lifting? No matter what your preferred installation method, Spider offers safe, reliable, and productive access solutions to meet your needs.

Spider offers much more than just hoists. With a wide range standard and custom platforms and rigging solutions available, as well as tools, hardware, wire rope and accessories, you’ll have everything you need for any elevator installation application.

Solutions include:

  • Personnel and material traction hoists
  • False cars
  • Wire rope, rigging, and accessories
  • Tools and hardware
  • Safety, suspension, and fall protection

Got a unique access challenge? Our integrated engineering team can design a custom-engineered solution to fit your needs. Contact your local Spider representative to learn more.

Custom Installation Kits & Special Services

Let Spider build complete elevator installation kits to your exact specifications. For example, your kit might include a hoist, wire rope, rigging, and safety equipment, along with tools, hardware, and accessories—everything your crew needs to complete an elevator installation project. You determine the contents of your kit.

Not only that, but Spider can manage your fleet of installation kits for you. Our team will maintain the equipment, restock components as needed, and ensure your kits are ready when needed. We’ll then provide just-in-time delivery to your jobsite from one of our convenient locations to meet your timing objectives. When your team arrives, everything they need will be waiting for them.

The Spider Promise

Our promise to you is that you will get the same quality customer experience and reliable products at each of our 25 branches across North and Central America. We ensure this through comprehensive SWIs (Standard Work Instructions) and experienced, factory certified technicians at every branch.

Spider has been a driver of safety standards in the suspended access industry since 1947. We continue to invest in UL listing, ISO certification, and operational excellence to ensure consistent product reliability, safety, and productivity. Learn more about Spider quality.

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Below are just some of products and solutions frequently used on elevator installation projects. Got questions? Need more information? Looking for a quote? Contact your local Spider representative!

Elevator Products