Buitink Technology develops and manufactures inflatable lifting bags and lifting cushions, made to measure in our own factory. Our lifting cushions work at low pressure, from 0.5 to 2 bar. Because the load is spread over a large surface, they lift heavy objects without large equipment and without damaging vulnerable surfaces, such as aircraft fuselages, composite rotor blades or vehicle bodywork. We supply complete lifting systems, including manifolds, air compressors and operational support.

Why our lifting cushions

• Our service is custom-made;
• We not just make a product but supply a solution;
• We produce and deliver additionally manifolds and air compressor equipment;
• We take care of the design and engineering as well;
• All lifting cushions are produced in house;
• We guarantee quality and a short delivery time;
• We have many references and satisfied customers;
• Our company exists since 1948;
• We offer operational support in construction and operation.

We solve it with a lightweight flexible solution!
since 1948

Applications of our lifting cushions

• Vehicle recovery: lifting and uprighting trucks, buses and trailers, and landing bags that catch a vehicle as it is turned;
• Aircraft recovery: lifting and support systems, available within 48 hours throughout Europe;
• Wind energy: supporting and lifting rotor blades for inspection and repair;
• Marine: marine airbags for launching and moving ships, and lift systems for boats and catamarans;
• Industry and construction: lifting silos, forklift trucks and roofs, wedge-shaped cushions for positioning, and landing cushions for prefabricated panels.

Besides lifting objects, lifting cushions are also used as inflatable bellows, as presses in glue processes, as spacers between walls or objects and in tilting and turning systems. From design and engineering to manufacture, installation on site and operational support: you can count on us.

Frequently asked questions about lifting bags

What is the difference between low-pressure and high-pressure lifting bags?

Our lifting cushions work at 0.5 to 2 bar. The lifting force comes from a large contact surface instead of a high pressure, so the load is spread evenly and vulnerable objects are not damaged.

Can you make a lifting bag to our dimensions?

Yes. Every lifting cushion is made to measure in our own factory, for the load, lifting height and space available.

Do you also supply the air equipment?

Yes, we supply complete systems with manifolds and air compressors, and can provide operational support on site.

How quickly can you deliver?

Lifting and support systems for aircraft recovery can be delivered within 48 hours throughout Europe. For other systems we agree a delivery time per project.