Abstract: A transportable manufacturing system is provided for lifting and positioning a load. The system includes a first support member and a second support member separate and independent from the first support member. Each of the support members includes a support base and a load supporting frame coupled with the support base. The load supporting frame contains a movable load coupling attachable to the load, wherein each support base includes at least one selectively operable air bearing that generates an air cushion for supporting the first and second support members, respectively. The system can be readily positioned within a manufacturing facility or even relocated from one facility to another. Additionally, the system occupies less space than conventional machinery.