Handling Systems International, Inc. has officially launched The Rover — a revolutionary, patent-pending battery-powered motorized gantry crane — making its debut at the 2025 ProMat Show in Chicago. Designed to break free from the limitations of cords and reels, The Rover redefines what’s possible in material handling with full wireless mobility and unmatched agility.
Engineered for next-generation manufacturing environments, The Rover delivers omnidirectional movement — allowing operators to turn, index, and crab walk with precision, even in the tightest workspaces. Powered entirely by rechargeable batteries, this gantry system also supports electric hoist functionality, enabling vertical lifting without being tethered to a fixed power source.
“The industry has been asking for freedom — a way to move loads without tripping over cords or being anchored to one spot,” said Jake Rehor, President of Handling Systems International. “The Rover is our answer. It’s smooth, powerful, and mobile in every direction. This crane doesn’t just move — it glides, pivots, and positions with total control. It’s going to transform how manufacturers think about gantry cranes.”
Watch The Rover in action: The Rover Demo Video
Handling Systems International, based in McCook, Illinois, is a premier manufacturer of custom material handling solutions — including NIKORail enclosed track workstation cranes, jib and gantry cranes, bridge cranes, and runway structures. For more, visit www.hsicrane.com.
