About Us
Who We Are
At SwapLoader, we don’t just manufacture hooklift hoists — we create partnerships built on trust, ownership, and relentless pursuit of quality. From our headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa, every SwapLoader product is engineered to perform, built to last, and designed to deliver unmatched value to your operation.
We take a partnership approach with our network of dedicated distributors that deliver products that drive real results — helping customers maximize uptime, boost productivity, and elevate performance where it matters most.
Whether you’re in waste management, construction, landscaping, or any vocational industry requiring a rugged and flexible truck body solution — SwapLoader delivers unmatched versatility and performance.
We are Hooked on Quality!
What is a SwapLoader Hooklift System?
SwapLoader is a hydraulic hooklift system that, when mounted to a truck, allows operators to load and unload bodies in just minutes. It’s true advantage is versatility — the ability to “swap” containers and bodies across a wide range of applications.
With a SwapLoader system, your equipment becomes more flexible, efficient, and cost-effective — giving you the power to handle multiple jobs with a single platform and adapt quickly to changing demands.
One Truck. Unlimited Possibilities.
Made in the USA. Trusted Worldwide.
Our commitment to American craftsmanship remains at the heart of everything we do. Every hoist is engineered and assembled in Des Moines, Iowa and supported by a team that lives and breathes quality.
Quality. Partnership. Ownership. Being Relentless.
Why Choose SwapLoader?
SwapLoader hooklifts are built for durability, versatility, and ease of use—designed to handle a wide range of jobs with a single truck. With precision-engineered construction and industry-leading safety features, SwapLoader delivers reliable performance and maximizes productivity on every haul.
Dual Lift/Dump Cylinders
Provides additional load stability during the mount, dismount and dump cycles.
Sliding Jib Design
Uses a hydraulic cylinder to position and secure the body in the rear locks, enabling easy repositioning when used with the slide-through rear body locks.
Slide-through Rear Body Locks
Locks the body securely in place using outside latch plates, while still allowing the body to be repositioned on the hoist when needed.
Dual Rear Pivot Section
Delivers true dump truck functionality with added leverage for easier body loading.
Powder Coat Finish
SwapLoader’s 5-step powder coat system delivers a best-in-industry finish for unmatched durability and value.
Hoist Mainframe
Our heavy-duty ‘Z’ rail design ensures a durable mainframe built to last.
Grease Zerks & Bronze Bushings
All pivot points include grease zerks and bronze bushings to lubricate and flush out all contaminates.
Nycast Wear Pads
Improves the longevity of the hoist and container by preventing metal-on-metal contact.
Adjustable Jib
Provides flexibility to adjust between hook heights, maximizing compatibility with bodies of varying hook heights.
Dual Integral Counterbalance Valves
Offers unmatched safety and protection in the event of an unexpected loss of pressure.
Universal Body Lock Option
Our patented universal hydraulic body lock option (U-Lock) secures the body, improves stability, and allows flexibility to support competitive conversions.
Polished Nitrided Cylinder Rod
Adds a uniform nitrided layer for enhanced corrosion resistance. Available on select models designed for the governmental market.
Zinc-Plated Pins & Rear Rollers
Enhances corrosion resistance and ultimately lengthens the life of the pins and rollers.
Jib Lock-out Valve
Safety feature preventing the accidental jib cylinder operation when the body is raised in a dump mode.
5-Year Limited Warranty
Unrivaled 5-year limited warranty demonstrates SwapLoader’s confidence in our product.
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One Truck. Unlimited Possibilities.
Patents
U-LOCK: US12280988B2
SL-75: US11383630B2
Adjustable Jib: US7726930B2
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Join a team that’s Hooked on Quality and driven by purpose. At SwapLoader, we don’t just build premium hooklift hoists—we build a culture rooted in Quality, fueled by Partnership, guided by Ownership, and empowered by a Relentless drive to improve. If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want to be part of a team that takes pride in every weld, every decision, and every success—we want to hear from you. Let’s build something great together.
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