Dependability since 1890.
From graphic arts machinery on the Maine coast to more than 20,000 lift tables a year. Family-owned, part of Southworth International Group.
Mission
We make the toughest material handling work faster, safer and easier.
By creating customized vertical work positioning solutions and services designed to improve productivity and safety.
Our history
From the Maine coast to 60+ countries.
Scroll the line: it fills as you read.
It begins on the Maine coast
Rev. Francis B. Southworth produces library cases for seamen in Portland, Maine.
On their own
Edward and Constant Southworth start making graphic arts machinery.
Southworth Machine Company
The first reinforced concrete factory building in Portland, Maine.
Building for WWII
The machine shop runs 24/7 on aircraft engine and propeller parts.
First line of lift tables
A cam-style lift table design is introduced.
Coil and roll handling
A line of coil and roll handling machinery joins the range.
Manila, Arkansas plant
A new plant serves customers in the Midwest and Southeast.
SWIFT LIFT
A program to specify, order and receive a lift table with minimum lead time.
High quality solutions
Lifting, tilting and positioning for manufacturing, distribution and retail.
Values
What we stand for.
Customer focus
Success depends on customers' success.
Collaboration
Teamwork with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
Commitment
A passion for safety and ergonomics.
Commercial orientation
Built for the long term, every day.
Community
Honesty, transparency and trust.
Global reach. Local roots.
SIGI locations in North America, Europe and China.
Sales and customer support offices in 7 countries, and products sold in more than 60.
Not sure which lift fits the job?
Answer four questions and get ranked matches, or talk to a product specialist.