Understand hoist terminology, chain and wire-rope hoists, electric and monorail applications, the hoist-vs-crane distinction and the project data needed for selection.
What is a hoist?
A hoist is the lifting mechanism that raises and lowers a load. Electric chain hoists and electric wire-rope hoists are common industrial types. A trolley can add horizontal travel along a beam or runway.
- Hoist
- Chain hoist
- Wire-rope hoist
- Lifting mechanism
Hoist vs crane
A hoist is the lifting unit. A crane system can also include bridge, gantry, monorail, jib, trolley, runway, electrification and controls to move the load horizontally.
- Lifting unit
- Bridge
- Trolley
- Runway and controls
Chain or wire rope?
Selection is not based on capacity alone. Lift height, speed, cycle rate, hook approach, workspace, service access and process requirements influence the chain-vs-wire-rope decision.
- Capacity
- Lift height
- Duty
- Hook approach
What information supports selection?
Rated and typical load, lift height, travel route, operating frequency, site dimensions, power supply and photos or drawings provide a stronger basis for selecting the hoist and crane arrangement.
- Load
- Lift
- Travel
- Site data
The quotation form organises load and site data into one WhatsApp message.
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