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Trolley Hoists are available in 1 through 10 ton capacities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Available with standard 20 ft of lift, industrial grade, SHB ultra-low trolley hoists are designed for industrial lifting applications where space is limited and for demanding environments. They include drive train that minimizes effort required to operate, maintenance-free and lubed-for-life sealed ball bearings, and grade 100 heat-treated manganese alloy load chain resistant to abrasion and wear. Cast trolley wheels fit on both tapered and flat flanged beams.

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Ergonomic Hoist has compact, lightweight, sturdy design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:28:09 -0500

Capable of fitting inside 12 in. box truss, Stagemaker® SM2 has lifting capacity of ¼ ton and features pressure-cast aluminum construction. AGMA quality carburized and precision ground gearing helps minimize noise levels, chain guide ensures smooth release of chain from hoist, and single-chain system helps prevent jamming. While combination brake torque limiter system allows for external adjustment of overload, DC disk brake overrides clutch in case of slippage to promote safety.

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Aircraft Maintenance Vehicle combines tug, lift, and APU.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 08:28:54 -0500

Featuring built-in crane lift and auxiliary power unit, battery-powered Scorpion Aircraft Tug enables fixed base operator aircraft mechanics to move and precisely position aircraft weighing up to 15,000 lb. Built-in crane folds out of base and offers 7 ft telescopic boom with lift-arm capacity up to 1,000 lb. For safety, Scorpion includes amber running light, headlights for nighttime operation, and onboard fire extinguisher.

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Electric Wire Rope Hoist offers 1/2 to 80 ton capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 07 May 2009 08:29:27 -0500

Equipped with 2-speed Class F insulated motor, Spacemaster® SX features large drum diameter, which enables near true vertical lift and precise positioning of components during wind turbine manufacturing. Gearbox minimizes stress on drum bearings, and sealed trolley brakes require minimal adjustment over 1 million cycles. For safety, electro-mechanical load limit switch prevents lifting of loads greater than 110% of rated capacity and includes NEMA 4 Type enclosure.

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Stainless Steel Chain Hoists are suited for cleanroom use.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:38:55 -0500

With all external components including hooks, chain, frames and trolleys made of stainless steel, chain hoists feature sealed gearing with food-grade lubrication. Suited for pharmaceutical and electronics manufacturers as well as food processors, they have smooth ground welds, flush mounting faces, and plugged fasteners to help reduce likelihood of contamination. Accommodating loads from 500-4,000 lb, hoists withstand washdown and corrosive processing environments.

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Stepper Motor Gantry Stage offers 0.0004 in. repeatability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:30:46 -0500

Available in travel lengths up to 72 in. on X- and Y-axis, 2-axis linear stepper motor gantry stage features open loop accuracy of .001 in/ft and repeatability of 0.0004 in. when microstepped. Full step resolution is 0.010 in. Continuous force on both X- and Y-axis is 6 lb, while peak force is 8 lb, with zero backlash. Unit provides optimized position, velocity, and acceleration control when integrated with microstepping drive and indexer.

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Vacuum Lifter handles small off-center loads.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:29:13 -0500

Custom-designed to match user requirements, VM-Series below-the-hook lifter features offset construction and is counterbalanced for use with off-center loads. Unit grips load from side and rotates full 360°. Suited for handling loads up to 550 lb, vacuum lifter includes 2-speed chain hoist and all controls are on handle. Lifter requires 29 in. of headroom, produces 27 in. Hg vacuum holding power, and incorporates overload and power loss protection.

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Molding Systems automate wind-turbine blade fabrication.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:34:42 -0500

Delivering repeatable process control as automated blade molding facility, CNC-controlled Rapid Material Placement System (RMPS) offers integrated manufacturing capable of spraying in-mold coatings, dispensing/lay-up of glass and carbon fiber materials, and dispensing/application of adhesive. Also available, quick-cure molding system produces molds using customer CAD data, yielding finished blade to spec with each cycle. It can be infused with resin in 1 hr and followed by 2 hr cure.

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Compact Wire Rope Hoist combines safety, lifting capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:30:05 -0500

Available with trolley styles to accommodate various crane/monorail types, CXT® hoists have compact design that allows for reduced hook approaches and optimal hook coverage. Two-speed motors, designed to meet demanding operation in high-duty-cycle lifting applications, enable lifting capacities up to 80 tons, while variable frequency trolley drives facilitate operation and help maintain precise control of vertical/horizontal motions. Numerous safety features are also included.

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Articulated Jib Lifter suits low head room applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:32:13 -0500

Conco AJL offers lifting capability from 165-665 lb along with a lift range of up to 120 in. and reach from 8-16 feet. Features include threaded interface at end of cable and safety latch hook at end of chain. Secondary arm can be mounted above primary arm in low headroom clearance applications, and primary and secondary joints come with 360° continuous rotation. It can be mounted on overhead trolley, pedestal, wall mounted, or mounted on mobile/portable base.

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Electric Chain Hoists come with cylinder control option.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:30:29 -0500

Available on capacities of 1/8 and ¼ Ton in single speed and on under-cover variable frequency drive dual speed models, ergonomically designed cylinder control allows operator to control hoist direction by moving cylinder's in-line handgrip with one hand while positioning load with other hand. Hoists also feature low-headroom upper and lower limit switches, nickel-plated load chain, 6-pocket load sheave, and count hour meter, which records lowering starts and hoist on time.

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Multitasking Forklift Crane is versatile and self-contained.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:30:19 -0500

Jib-Master Forklift Crane model JB-4R starts off being used for lifting large parts, bundles of long material, or personnel (with optional basket). It converts to pedestal mount for fixed installation as workstation crane and can also be used on road by mounting it on truck. Select models feature powered articulating mast rotation; fixed, manually adjustable boom; hydraulic boom lift; or powered hydraulic telescopic boom. Capacities are 3,000 lb retracted, 2,000 lb extended.

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Material Handling/Storage System suits lean manufacturing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:33:41 -0500

Combining custom-designed mezzanine with 3-axis enclosed track bridge crane, MezzCrane(TM) offers options for lifting, moving, and storing materials within work cell. System enables localized staging and storage of work-in-process or finished goods above or below mezzanine. Providing mezzanine uniform live load capacity of 125 lb/sq-ft and crane capacities of 250-2,000 lb, MezzCrane is suited for manufacturing, assembly operations, maintenance and repair, and transferring machined parts.

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Hoisting Machinery meets Class D and E requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:29:57 -0500

Designed per CMAA Specification No.70 Revised 2004, Low Headroom Built Up Hoist is available in capacities up to 300 tons and is targeted for high speed and heavy duty service. Features include Magnetek Electromotive AFD controls, hardened steel wheels, and helical travel drive gearing, along with forged steel hook, hardened steel sheaves, and double grooved drum for true vertical lift. Optional features, such as hardened drum grooves and redundant brakes, are also offered.

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Lifting Arm facilitates intelligent operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:29:58 -0500

Suited for localized lifting and precision placement applications, Easy Arm® integrates G-Force® Q and iQ lifting technology as well as processor-controlled servo-drive system into articulating jib design. It acts as extension of operator's arm and can lift any weight within 165 or 330 lb capacity range. Since actuator is mounted on pivot, arm is lightweight and easy to move. Self-contained unit comes pre-assembled with spans up to 14 ft.

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Rail Guided Crane suits high-speed picking applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:50:03 -0500

Acting as storage/retrieval unit for moving items, rail guided stacker crane system helps companies improve productivity, inventory control, and floor space usage while also reducing worker fatigue. Density and rate of operation can replace conventional static rack or carousels to optimize vertical storage space. Effective in forward pick operations, crane also suits applications that include buffering and storage of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.

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Hydraulic Floor Cranes are constructed of stainless steel.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:38:21 -0500

Featuring totally welded fabrication, manual and full power floor cranes have structural tubing with ¼-½ in. wall thickness and may also be custom-engineered. Standard lifting capacities range from 2,000-6,000 lb, and construction accommodates continuous industrial use in pharmaceutical manufacturing, cleanroom, electronics manufacturing, and food processing applications. Lubricated casters make cranes capable of navigating standard door openings, narrow aisles, and elevators.

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Strap Hoists are suited for cleanroom environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:01:55 -0500

Featuring external components of polished stainless steel as well as sealed gearing with food-grade lubrication, strap hoists meet needs of food processors and electronics manufacturers as well as pharmaceutical manufacturers with Class 10,000 environments. Polypropylene lifting strap, smooth ground welds, flush mounting faces, and plugged fasteners help reduce contamination. Available to accommodate 4,000 lb max loads, hoists are also available with multiple options.

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Floor-/Wall-Mounted Jibs feature 50 lb capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0500

Two 9 ft high, floor-mounted supports (F50 series) and two wall mounted supports (W50 series) are available with 6 or 4 ft long rotating jib, which is height-adjustable in 6 in. increments and supplied with 4-wheel trolley to suspend tool balancer. Each 6 ft jib includes festooning trolley to support air lines or electric cables. Additionally, each 9 ft high vertical post is fabricated with 7 ga steel and supplied in 2 sections.

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Track Hoist is suited for erecting scaffolding.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 07:38:20 -0500

Maxial Track Hoist utilizes kwik bolts to secure track sections together along with clamps to anchor track to buildings or scaffolding. Aluminum track weighs 3 lb/ft and is available in dimensions of 3 ft 3 in., 6 ft 6 in. and 9 ft 9 in. Payload capacity is 450 lb. Hoist comes with upper and lower limit switches, electromagnetic disc brake, and universal carriage locking device in event of cable breakage. Hoisting unit incorporates LED light to inform operator of motor status.

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