Smartlift® Glass Lifter Rentals
When your project demands precision glass handling, the right Smartlift® Glass Lifter rental can be the difference between a crew that stays on schedule and one that waits on a machine that never arrived or wasn't built for the job.
Great Lakes Lifting is a source for a high-quality glass lifter; giving glazing and curtainwall contractors direct access to a professionally maintained fleet, factory-trained support and the equipment knowledge necessary to ensure the right machine is available on-site before work begins.
SMARTLIFT®
Glass Lifter
Why Choose a Smart Lift Glass Manipulator?
Smartlift® machines are designed for crews who need to move and install glass safely, without cranes, complicated rigging, or manual strain. These machines are compact, battery-powered, and engineered for smooth operation in tight or sensitive workspaces.
For contractors needing flexible access, our smart lift rental options provide short-term solutions without long-term investment.
Key Features
- Lifts Up to 20ft
- Handles straight glass, curved glass, specialty glass
- Handles IMP, insulated metal panels, and stone
- Indoor and outdoor models for any site condition
- Remote control operation for extreme precision and visibility
- Compact footprint for doorway and hallway access
- Self driven units, no crane required
Smartlift® Models Available to Rent: Explore Our Glass Lifters
Our glass manipulator rental fleet includes multiple Smartlift® models for indoor and outdoor glass lifting applications, spanning a full range of capacities and reach requirements. Some of the models we offer include:
- Indoor models: The 380 Indoor and 580 Indoor are compact, battery-electric and zero-emission, engineered for tight interior spaces with strict floor-load limits and doorway clearance constraints.
- Outdoor models: The SL1009, SL609HLE, and SL409HLE handle heavy curtainwall panels and exterior façade installations. They offer substantial lifting capacities and the extended reach required for large-scale glazing work.
We also provide options for crane-assisted elevated placement and attachment flexibility. You can explore our product listings to see specifications for all models we have available.
Our team will walk through your site conditions and match you to the right machine before the equipment ships. If your project also calls for handheld vacuum lifters or a compact crane, we offer Wood's Powr-Grip® vacuum lifters and SPYDERCRANE® mini crawler crane rentals to complete your lifting solution at the same jobsite.
Industries We Serve
Smartlift® Equipment is trusted by glazing contractors, stone and marble installers, and industrial wall and flooring installers who need precise vacuum lifting solutions.
From commercial high-rises to healthcare facilities and retail build-outs, Smartlift® equipment supports projects where control, safety, and maneuverability are essential.
Commercial glazing
Window wall installation
Oversized and curved glass
Stone and marble
Smartlift® for Sale
For contractors whose project volume makes long-term ownership the right move, Great Lakes Lifting offers new and used Smartlift® equipment for purchase. As an exclusive authorized dealer, we bring the same expert model selection, access to OEM parts and factory-trained technician support to every purchase as we do to every rental.
Equipment financing options are available for qualified buyers. If you're weighing rental against ownership, our team can walk through the numbers with you.
Authorized Smartlift® Parts, Repairs, & Service
Keeping your equipment operational is critical to staying on schedule. Great Lakes Lifting provides authorized parts, preventative maintenance programs, and responsive repair services to maximize uptime.
Our service support includes:
- Factory-trained technicians
- Preventative maintenance plans
- Same-day shipping on most in-stock parts
- Rapid troubleshooting support
- On-site service when needed
If your unit experiences an unexpected issue, our team moves quickly to diagnose and resolve the problem so your project doesn’t stall.
With a full inventory of original components and a dedicated support staff, your equipment stays jobsite-ready.
Get a Rental Quote Today
We are a Smartlift® dealer across IL, WI, IN, OH, MI, MO, KY, MN and TN, Great Lakes Lifting is ready to match you to the right glass lifter and get it to your jobsite. Contact us to request additional information and a rental or sales quote.