A hoist is a mechanical or pneumatic device used primarily for raising and lowering heavy loads and material handling of freely suspended (unguided) loads by means of a drum or lift-wheel around which a rope or chain wraps. It usually consists of a block and tackle—a combination of one or more fixed pulleys, a moving … Continue reading Facts about Hoists and their uses
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Air Hoists vs. Air Balancers
A hoist is a device that is used for ergonomically loading, unloading, transferring and transporting materials. A hoist is an important part of a crane because it does the lifting and lowering of a load. Based on the power source on which they run, hoists can be classified into three categories- manual hoists, electric hoists … Continue reading Air Hoists vs. Air Balancers
Articulated Jib vs. Straight Arm Jib
Jib cranes are horizontal positioning cum lifting devices which are used for complex and repetitive lifting tasks in confined areas. The jib or boom is the horizontal operating arm that extends from the crane. They can reach places that are usually inaccessible by human workers. There are two types of jib cranes – straight arm … Continue reading Articulated Jib vs. Straight Arm Jib
Articulating Jib Crane Manufacturers in USA
Jib crane is a type of crane, which has a horizontal arm (known as the jib) that supports a moveable hoist fixed to a wall or to a floor-mounted pillar. ‘Articulating jib cranes’ are like jib cranes but with more flexibility of movement. An articulated jib crane has a joint at the midpoint which allows … Continue reading Articulating Jib Crane Manufacturers in USA