Description
High-capacity dual-operation single-pad vacuum lifter for professional stone handling. The Weha EP800 UNI-PAD Vacuum Lifter handles granite, marble, engineered stone, quartz, landscape materials, glass, and metal sheets with powerful, reliable vacuum performance. Featuring both a manual hand pump and pneumatic air connection, the EP800 delivers maximum flexibility for shop and jobsite applications — with or without a compressor.
Choosing the Right UNI-PAD Lifter
- EP600 — hand pump + pneumatic; 1,323 lb horizontal / 661 lb vertical; 24" x 10" pad; 40 lbs
- EP800 (this product) — hand pump + air connection; 1,764 lb horizontal / 882 lb vertical; 28" x 12" pad; 73 lbs; acoustic alarm + water trap
- T600 — pneumatic only; 1,323 lb horizontal; requires continuous air supply
- T800 — pneumatic only; higher capacity; requires continuous air supply
Performance & Capacity
- Load capacity (horizontal): 1,764 lbs
- Load capacity (vertical): 882 lbs
- Suction plate size: 28" x 12"
- Unit weight: 73 lbs
- Air requirement: Minimum 4 CFM at 90 PSI (pneumatic mode)
- No compressor required when operating in hand pump mode
Dual Operation System
- Hand pump mode — double-action pump builds full vacuum in approximately 10–15 pumps; maintains vacuum up to ~1 hour on polished granite before reaching safety line; quick re-pressurization with a few additional pumps
- Air mode — connect to compressor for continuous venturi vacuum operation
UNI-PAD Technology
- New Generation UNI-PAD suction system
- Quick and easy rubber seal replacement
- Strong vacuum grip on polished and textured surfaces
- Universally compatible for smooth and rough materials
Safety & Protection
- Acoustic warning buzzer — audible alarm alerts operator when vacuum approaches safety threshold
- Integrated aluminum safety vacuum tank — non-corrosive; maintains vacuum reserve
- Multi-filter and water trap — prevents dust and moisture intrusion; protects internal pneumatic components from premature wear
- Highly visible pressure gauge — continuous vacuum level monitoring
Compatible Materials
- Granite, marble, quartz, and engineered stone
- Travertine, limestone, sandstone, and bluestone
- Pavers and landscape materials
- Glass and sheet metal panels
- Industrial sheet goods
Key Features
- 1,764 lb horizontal capacity — handles full-size granite and quartz slabs
- Dual hand pump + air operation — works with or without a compressor
- Acoustic alarm — audible safety warning as vacuum approaches threshold
- Multi-filter water trap — protects pneumatic components from dust and moisture
- 28" x 12" UNI-PAD — larger pad for better grip on wide slabs
- Replaceable UNI-PAD seals — lower maintenance, longer service life
- 1-year manufacturer warranty
Works Well With
- Weha EP600 UNI-PAD Vacuum Lifter — lower-capacity hand pump + pneumatic option for lighter slabs
- Weha T800 UNI-PAD Pneumatic Vacuum Lifter — pneumatic-only high-capacity option for shops with continuous air supply
- Weha Swivel Hook 3.15 Ton — for overhead crane and hoist attachment when lifting slabs
- Weha Yellow Telescopic Forklift Boom — forklift boom attachment for slab yard and warehouse handling
- Weha Large Single-Sided A-Frame Cart — for storing and transporting slabs after lifting
Further Reading
Which Weha UNI-PAD Vacuum Lifter Do You Need? EP600 vs EP800 vs T600 vs T800 Compared → — full buying guide covering capacity, operation type, air requirements, and use case scenarios for all four models.