Sumner

About Sumner Manufacturing

Sumner Manufacturing has been a cornerstone of the material handling and mechanical contracting industries since its founding in 1965. The company was born out of a practical need: in the mid-1960s, founder Joe Sumner recognized that welders and pipe installers lacked quality lifting and support tools on the jobsite. He designed his own equipment, and the results spoke for themselves — jobs finished ahead of schedule and under budget. That hands-on, professional-first philosophy has driven Sumner's growth for over five decades.

A Global Leader in Lifting Solutions

Today, Sumner is a world-recognized brand in the material handling and construction equipment industries, with its tools used daily in more than 50 countries. Now operating under the Specialized Fabrication Equipment (S.F.E.) Group, Sumner benefits from a global network spanning five continents, with over 400 employees and more than 500 distribution partnerships worldwide. The brand's reach extends across mechanical contracting, plumbing, HVAC, welding, and electrical installation — anywhere heavy materials need to be moved safely and precisely.

The Sumner Product Lineup

Sumner's catalog covers a broad spectrum of professional-grade lifting and material handling solutions. The product line includes material lifts, contractor lifts, duct lifts, Roust-A-Bouts, gantry lifts, heavy-duty chain and lever hoists, pipe stands and jacks, welding fit-up tools, cylinder carts, and material carts. Each product is engineered with a focus on safety, ease of use, and rugged durability to withstand demanding jobsite conditions.

• Material & Contractor Lifts: Available in multiple series with varying height and load capacities, Sumner's lifts are built to position heavy materials quickly and safely — whether on a shop floor or an active construction site.
• Pipe Stands & Jack Stands: Adjustable and stable, these stands provide essential support for pipes during fitting, welding, and assembly operations, accommodating a wide range of pipe diameters.
• Gantry Lifts & Hoists: Space-saving and jobsite-ready, Sumner's gantry systems and hoists — including models with overload protection — handle overhead lifting challenges with superior strength and portability.
• Welding & Pipe Fit-Up Tools: From pipe clamps to fit-up accessories, Sumner's welding tools are engineered for precision and flexibility, helping crews work efficiently even in tight spaces or high-temperature environments.
• Material Carts & Cylinder Dollies: Designed to safely transport tools, pipe, and gas cylinders around the jobsite, these carts reduce ergonomic strain and improve workflow efficiency.

Built-In Safety & Industry-Leading Warranty

Safety is not an afterthought at Sumner — it is a design principle. Every piece of equipment features secure locking mechanisms, stable bases, and intuitive operation to minimize risk on busy worksites. Sumner backs its equipment with a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturer defects, with a separate three-year warranty covering pallet jacks and hydraulic tools. This commitment to standing behind their products reflects the brand's confidence in its own craftsmanship.

Why Professionals Choose Sumner

From mechanical contractors and pipefitters to HVAC technicians and industrial fabricators, Sumner has earned its reputation by listening to the people who use its tools every day. The brand actively incorporates customer feedback into research and development, ensuring that each new product generation addresses real-world jobsite challenges. When a project demands reliable, safe, and efficient material handling, Sumner Manufacturing consistently delivers.