The system helps protect expensive aftermarket and OE wheels while helping eliminate strain on tire technicians handling sometimes large, heavy tire/wheel assemblies.

Hennessy said the Coats wheel lift system helps the operator get tire/wheel assemblies up to tabletop height with minimal effort. The unit installs easily, said Hennessy, and can handle up to 150 pounds.

The unit is compatible with Coats APX80 A/E, as well as A/E and AX/EX configurations of 7050, 7060, 7065, 5050, 5060, and 5065 model tire changers, the company said.