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Gatic Lifters

Using a Gatic lifter offers improved safety, efficiency, and reliability when handling Gatic access covers, ensuring smooth access to underground infrastructure for maintenance, inspections, or repairs

designed specifically for lifting and removing Gatic Key access covers or lids

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Westscan delivers the industry's first line of trade-focused, high-performance tools such as the Gatic lifter and the Seal breaker (also known as a manhole seal breaker or pit seal breaker). Many well known companies around Australia ordered Westscan's tool.

Multicom
UCS
Fulton Hogan
SureSearch
Unity Water
Subtera Subsurface Locatinf
Locate Cables
Devonport
TEW Solutions
Site Scan
Cleanaway
Sydney Water
Sape Industries
Incontrol Traffic
Onsite Utility locations
Wet Waste
Hudson Civil Products
SeqWater
MPS
hawkesbury-city-council
Quorum
Bannett & Bannett
Raymond
SADB
Total-tools
SA power
reece
rps
GLAMPIE
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GATIC LIFTER

A Gatic lifter, also known as a Gatic cover lifter or Gatic lid lifter, is a specialised tool designed specifically for lifting and removing Gatic access covers or lids. Gatic lifters are used to provide a secure grip and leverage for safe and efficient handling of Gatic covers during maintenance, inspections, or other access requirements.

Manhole lifting equipment is essential for safely handling heavy manhole covers, preventing injuries and improving efficiency.

The Manhole cover/lid breaker lifter with Gatic key is a specialised design tool to assist with manhole cover or lid removal with a combination of many unique functions. The tool is essential for safely, efficiently lifting heavy manhole covers with minimal effort.

Its extended handle provides increased leverage, reducing strain on the user while ensuring secure and stable lifting. Crafted from high-strength steel, this tool is built to withstand demanding work environments, making it ideal for construction crews, utility workers, and maintenance professionals. With its universal compatibility, the lifter can be used on:

  • a variety of manhole covers,
  • storm drains, and
  • utility access points,

making it a versatile and reliable addition to any toolkit.

Features:

  • Heavy-Duty Construction – Built from high-strength steel for durability and long-lasting performance
  • Long Handle Design – Provides extra leverage for easier and safer lifting of heavy manhole covers
  • Ergonomic Grip – Designed for comfort and reduced strain during operation
  • Universal Compatibility – Suitable for lifting a variety of manhole covers in industrial, municipal, and construction applications
  • Compact & Portable – Lightweight yet strong, making it easy to transport and store

Applications:

  • Concrete sewer lid 
  • Stainless steel pit lids

Why others recommend to use Westscan's Gatic Lifter?

  • Stuck Seals: Prevents lids from being stuck due to dirt, corrosion, or suction.
  • Safety: Reduces back strain and risk of injury compared to manual prying.
  • Efficiency: Speeds up access to underground services (sewer, Telstra, NBN).

2 customer reviews

The best Gatic Lifter - Review
1 day ago
Your review
I’ve been using Gatic Lifter only for a short time and honestly wish I had discovered it earlier. It does exactly what it promises — strong, reliable lift without strain or risk.
What impressed me most is the precision and stability. It makes jobs easier, safer, and far more efficient.
You can feel this is a well-engineered tool, designed by people who understand real work, not theory. Highly recommended for anyone who values quality and safety.
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Gatic Lifter - "Feedback collected from user during early release"
12 days ago
Your review
This is a fantastic device. Not sure yet if it works on ALL manholes ( we only tried on two), yet so far we found it so simple and easy to use that it's worth adding to the truck. Solid, well-made tool. We’ve used it on couple gatic and access covers and it grips well without slipping. Much safer than using bars or makeshift tools. Does exactly what it’s designed for. Good leverage and feels robust in the hand.
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