



Wire rope hoists designed and manufactured for different industries, applications and environments. Electric units are driven by electric motors and lift loads of up to 50 tons or more, pneumatic units run on compressed air and typically lift up to 25 tons where spark free operation is needed, manual units cover light duty work up to 5 tons, and explosion proof units use special components that prevent the ignition of flammable gases or dust particles in petrochemical or explosive atmospheres.
Four hoist types from one source let a plant match each area to its power supply and its hazard classification
Explosion proof components let lifting continue in petrochemical areas where a standard hoist could not be installed
Pneumatic units give spark free operation in refineries without running electrical supply to the lifting point
Manual units keep light duty stations equipped without any service connection at all
Electric units lifting up to 50 tons or more cover heavy duty industrial work without a separate crane purchase
A standard electric hoist cannot be used where flammable gas or dust is present
Running power to a remote lifting point can cost more than the hoist itself
Light duty stations are often over equipped with powered hoists that sit idle
Buying hoists for different areas from different suppliers complicates service and spares
| Electric Hoist Capacity | Up to 50 tons or more |
|---|---|
| Pneumatic Hoist Capacity | Typically up to 25 tons |
| Manual Hoist Capacity | Up to 5 tons |
| Explosion Proof Build | Components prevent ignition of flammable gases or dust particles |
| Gearbox | Regulates speed and torque |
Figures shown are taken from the supplying factory documentation. Anything not listed here is confirmed in writing before order.
The usual choice for heavy duty industrial lifting where power is available
Runs on compressed air for spark free operation in places such as oil refineries
Hand driven and suited to light duty work without any service supply
Required where flammable gases or dust particles could be ignited


















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Pneumatic wire rope hoists are used where spark free operation is necessary, such as in oil refineries, and typically lift up to 25 tons.
Yes. Explosion proof wire rope hoists use special components that prevent the ignition of flammable gases or dust particles.
Manual wire rope hoists rely on hand driven mechanisms and lift and lower loads up to 5 tons.
Order quantity is agreed with the enquiry and stated in writing with the quotation.
Lead time depends on the hoist type and capacity selected and is confirmed with the quotation.
Send the drawing, capacity or duty cycle you need and we will come back with the factory match, the build detail and the commercial terms.
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