Can one person operate these portable lifts?

Yes. The CM340, CM520, and CA400 are all designed for single-operator use. They fold compact enough to transport in a pickup truck.

What's the difference between the CM340 and CM520?

The CM520 offers 300 lb capacity at 11 ft with 16 ft max reach — ideal for larger awnings and pergolas. The CM340 is the entry-level option at 290 lb and 11 ft max reach, perfect for lighter overhead work.

Do portable lifts work for HVAC installation?

Absolutely. The CM520 and CA400 are widely used for overhead HVAC ductwork, mini-split installation, and exhaust fan mounting. The 110V motor provides smooth variable-speed lifting.

How do I transport a portable lift to the jobsite?

All models fold compact for pickup truck transport. The CM340 is the most compact; the CM520 and CA400 fold to fit standard 6 ft truck beds.

What power source do the lifts use?

All models use a 110V variable-speed electric motor with manual hand-crank backup. Plug into any standard jobsite outlet — no generator needed.

CM340 · CM520 · BD2-S Portable Electric Lifts

Stop risking dropped loads and ruined backs. Safely lift 150 kg of awnings, pergolas, HVAC units & beams in under 60 seconds — no ladders, no crew, no tools.

One person sets up in under a minute and lifts dead-weight overhead — no ladder under anyone, no second guy on the clock, no strained backs at the end of the day. Built for the awning installers, HVAC techs and glaziers running job sites across Alberta, BC and the rest of Western Canada.

Prolift CM520 portable electric material lift on jobsite

60-Second Setup, One Person
Wheel it off the truck, swing the outriggers, lift. No tools, no assembly, no second guy to pay.
Nobody on a Ladder
The operator stays on the ground. Full WorkSafe compliance and zero fall risk on the install.
Fits the Truck You Already Drive
Folds flat for a pickup bed or van. No trailer, no flatbed freight surcharge.
Holds the Load Dead-Steady
Cassette awnings, condensers, headers, glass — placed without the wobble that wrecks a unit.

Factory-direct · 3–4 week lead time2-year warrantyWestern Canada · Calgary · Edmonton · Vancouver

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Used by HVAC crews, awning installers & glaziers across Alberta & BC

“One guy now hangs cassette awnings we used to need three for. Paid for itself in a month.”
— Awning installer, Calgary

“We set rooftop condensers off the truck with no ladder. WorkSafe loves it, my back loves it more.”
— HVAC contractor, Edmonton

“Glass panels placed dead-steady, solo. Haven't cracked a unit since.”
— Glazier, Vancouver

Straight answers, up front

The four things every crew asks before they buy

No runaround. Here's exactly how these lifts handle the practical stuff that decides whether they earn a spot on your truck.

Will it fit my truck?

The CM340 folds down and rolls up a tailgate ramp solo — it fits a short-box pickup or a large SUV. The CM520 needs a full-size bed. Both ship with integrated tie-down points, so nothing straps over the mast.

How long to set up on site?

Under 60 seconds from off-the-truck to lifting. Outriggers swing out and pin by hand, the platform or forks slot in — no wrenches, no second person, no assembly crew.

When can I actually get one?

Factory-direct, typically 3–4 weeks to your Western Canada job site. Stock moves fast once awning and HVAC season hits — lock your unit in before the spring/summer install rush backs the queue up.

What happens if it breaks?

Two-year warranty on the lift assembly, one year on electrical components. Replacement parts ship fast, and phone support is the crew that actually runs these on job sites — not an offshore call centre.

The lineup

Pick the rig that matches your daily haul

Three machines, built for trades that lift the same heavy, awkward loads day after day. Spec'd to the work, not a showroom.

CM Series

CM340 & CM520 — Portable Electric Lifters

The go-to rig for awning installers and HVAC techs working overhead. Motorized, ultra-portable, and lifting cassette awnings, condensers, garage doors and glass in under a minute — without a ladder under anyone.

Setup in Under 60 Seconds — No Tools
Outriggers swing and lock by hand. The CM340 weighs just 46 lbs with a shoulder carry bag — one person, no crew required.
Levels on Any Surface
Telescoping stabilizer legs compensate for uneven ground, stairways and slopes so your mast stays plumb on every pick.
Electric Motor with Manual Backup
Variable-speed 110V motor with a precision fine-positioning controller. Drill or hand-crank backup if power is out.

Specifications

Specification	CM-340	CM-520
Max Lift Height	11 Feet	16 Feet
Max Load Capacity	290 lbs	260 lbs
Base Weight	46 lbs	83 lbs
Stowed Dimensions	12 × 12 in	15 × 15 in

BD2-S

Material Lifter BD2-S — Pro-Grade 3-in-1 System

For commercial crews who need one machine to handle the whole site. Heavy mechanical lifts, pipe work and suspended loads — covered by the attachments that ship in the box, no extras to buy.

Three Attachments, One Machine
Ships with Forks for supplies and HVAC units, a Pipe Cradle for mechanical support, and a Jib Crane Hook for suspended lifting — no separate purchases.
Built to Move in Tight Spaces
Four rugged swivel casters plus oversized rear wheels let you move sideways, roll over debris and thread narrow doorways without tilting the load.
400 lb Rated. All Day.
Adjustable expanding wheelbase and removable support legs lock the stance for heavy or awkward loads. Continuous-duty rating — not a peak spec.

Specifications

Specification	Details
Max Load Capacity	400 lbs / 180 kg
Max Lifting Height	13 ft / 396 cm
Machine Weight	Approx. 130 lbs / 60 kg
Attachments Included	Forks, Pipe Cradle, Jib Crane Hook

Before you pull the trigger

The rest of what crews want to know

Done muscling units up a ladder?

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