INDU-REX® – Your partner in industrial operations

Move heavy loads safely and effortlessly. Optimize production processes. Increase flexibility in confined spaces.
With the INDU-REX® from B:Hoffmann, you get a multifunctional transfer device that has been specially developed to meet the requirements of your industrial operation. Whether as a compact small crane or as a flexibly positionable beam console - the INDU-REX® adapts to your needs and relieves your employees of lifting and transport tasks in day-to-day operations.

Simplify your work processes now and save valuable resources! INDU-REX® - Simply better.

INDU-REX®

Lift. Move. Profit.

Tight spaces in the factory are usually a challenge for man and machine. Especially when loads such as tools, materials and goods have to be lifted and transported from one place to another, large cranes quickly reach their limits. This is where the INDU-REX® comes into play. Thanks to its intelligent design, the small crane and the beam console with telescopic column and multiple articulated jib are ideal for confined spaces.

The clever solution for the industry

INDU-REX® small crane and beam console

Wherever you need it: The INDU-REX® helps you and your employees to move stored goods, building materials, machines and products effectively. Depending on the version, a load capacity of up to 400 kg and an operating radius of 5 m are possible. The flexible 5-joint jib adapts precisely to the conditions on site and your operational requirements and takes the strain off your employees at work. This is how to work economically in your business!

The INDU-REX® is robust and low-maintenance. All components comply with the VDE test guidelines, DIN regulations and European standards. CE marking, documentation and test book are available.

INDU-REX® small crane
  • Simple and safe relocation of tools, materials, etc.
  • Load capacity up to 400 kg with 5 m operating radius
  • Multi-joint jib for flexible handling
  • Easy positioning by forklift truck or overhead crane at the place of use
  • Your benefit: No inclined pulling possible
  • Additional storage space under the INDU-REX®
  • No loss of space!
INDU-REX® beam console
  • Easy lifting and moving of tools and materials
  • The INDU-REX® can be flexibly mounted wherever you need it
  • Load capacity up to 250 kg
  • Chain hoist with pendant control
  • Multi-joint jib
  • Your advantage: No risk of tilting!

B:Hoffmann – Efficient solutions for the industry

For over 40 years, B:Hoffmann has been providing customers with customized solutions that go far beyond standard products. We don't want it to “work somehow”, we want you to be able to maximize the efficiency of your work processes.

This means you can always be sure of receiving the best service - from 3D design and the production of individual machine components to industrial assembly. We also take care of the professional relocation of entire production lines - whether regional, national or international.

  • Project planning
  • Design
  • Production
  • Pre-assembly
  • Engineering
  • Logistics
  • Assembly
  • Documentation

Our services

Delivery & Maintenance

Introduction & Training

Repairs

Replacement parts

Servicing team

Telephonic consultancy

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X‑REX® mini crane – The industrial solution for efficient material handling

The X‑REX® mini crane was developed for companies that consistently focus their construction and production processes on productivity, ergonomics, and cost-effectiveness. The X‑REX® shows its full strength wherever conventional lifting or wall systems reach their limits.

With a load capacity of up to 350 kg, precise positioning up to 15 cm below the ceiling, and a robust, industrial-grade manipulator system, the X‑REX® enables the safe and millimeter-precise placement of large-format building elements and other goods.

  • One person is sufficient to operate it – ideal for companies that need to compensate for skilled labor shortages
  • Compact, mobile, and collapsible – perfect for confined production areas, multi-story buildings, or modular manufacturing facilities
  • Thanks to its battery-powered lift truck and total weight of only 1,030 kg, the X‑REX® can be maneuvered in the tightest of spaces
  • It can be transported by construction elevator, crane, or forklift – ideal for dynamic material flows
  • Effortless handling of building elements weighing up to 350 kg
  • Can be operated as a hand-guided manipulator or directly on the hook

FAQ

How can I lift heavy loads if a wall-mounted crane isn’t an option?

Many facilities cannot install wall-mounted cranes or wall-mounted slewing cranes—for example, due to insufficient wall load-bearing capacity or structural limitations. A mobile, foundation-free crane system like the INDU‑REX® offers a flexible solution in such cases.

What crane alternatives are available if there isn’t enough space for a slewing crane or column crane?

In tight production areas, stationary slewing cranes quickly reach their limits. Articulated boom systems, such as the INDU‑REX®, move loads precisely even in areas with tight corners.

How do I lift loads up to 400 kg without a gantry crane?

When a gantry crane cannot be installed, compact industrial cranes or mini-cranes like the INDU‑REX® help move loads safely and with precision.

How can I improve material flow without a large overhead crane?

Manual lifting or makeshift solutions slow down operations. A precise lifting or handling device reduces travel times and stabilizes material flow.

How can I reduce ergonomic strain when lifting heavy components?

Repetitive lifting often leads to back problems. Modern lifting technology like the INDU‑REX® reduces strain on employees and supports ergonomic workstations.

What crane solutions are available that don’t require a foundation?

If a foundation cannot be built, foundation-free assembly cranes or slewing cranes like the INDU‑REX® are a safe alternative.

How do I move loads over machinery or in tight spaces?

Large overhead cranes are often too inflexible. Articulated or telescopic cranes for indoor use allow movement along multiple axes—ideal for tight machine layouts.

How can I quickly move loads between workstations?

Regular transport routes cause bottlenecks. Mobile small cranes or workshop cranes, such as the INDU‑REX® beam console, shorten distances and speed up processes.

Which crane works in low-ceilinged facilities?

Many crane systems are limited by low ceiling heights. Compact industrial cranes with telescoping columns—such as the INDU‑REX®—are designed for this purpose.

How do I position loads precisely without a large crane?

Large cranes are often too clumsy for delicate assembly work. Small load cranes or INDU-REX® mini cranes with precise controls offer greater control.

Which crane solution is flexible when workstations are frequently reconfigured?

Stationary cranes are inflexible. Mobile, compact INDU-REX® crane systems or support brackets can be quickly adapted to new workstations.

What is an alternative to column cranes without a foundation?

Foundation-free, compact crane systems offer a flexible solution when structural changes are not possible.

Which overhead crane is suitable for small production areas?

A small overhead crane or a compact INDU-REX® industrial crane is ideal for facilities with limited space or areas with many obstacles.