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Electric Crane Hoists: Lifting Across Industries

In the rapidly evolving industrial landscape, efficiency and precision are paramount. Electric crane hoists have emerged as a symbol of this modern revolution, marrying technological advancements with the age-old requirement of heavy lifting. At the heart of this development are the offerings from renowned manufacturers such as SWF Krantechnik, Yale, and Stahl, and leading the charge in their distribution is Granada Cranes.

Understanding Electric Crane Hoists: Electric crane hoists utilise electric power to lift, lower, and move heavy loads with remarkable accuracy. Not only do they ensure smooth operations, but they also guarantee safety, reducing the risk associated with manual or semi-automatic hoisting methods.

Granada Cranes’ Unique Offering: Granada Cranes prides itself on its eclectic range of electric chain hoists. Catering to various industry needs, our hoists boast lifting capacities that start from as low as 125kg, suitable for more delicate operations, and go up to a staggering 10,000kg for the heaviest of tasks.

Moreover, understanding that every operation has unique requirements, Granada Cranes ensures versatility. Our electric chain hoists are available in multiple configurations, ensuring they fit seamlessly into any operational framework. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your existing setup or establish a new one, there’s a solution tailored for you.

Why Choose Electric Crane Hoists?

Looking for a safe and easy way to lift heavy stuff? Electric crane hoists are the answer. Let’s find out why they are a popular choice.

1. Efficiency

Electric hoists reduce the manual effort, ensuring tasks are completed faster and with consistent precision.

2. Safety

With advanced safety mechanisms in place, the risk of accidents or mishandling is significantly minimised.

3. Versatility

The varied range of configurations ensures they can be integrated into diverse operational setups.

4. Longevity

Designed by industry-leading manufacturers, these hoists are built to last, ensuring long-term cost savings and reduced downtimes.

Use Cases

Ever wondered where electric chain hoists fit best? From warehouses to construction sites, let’s explore the many places these powerful tools shine.

Automotive Manufacturing Facility

In an environment where precision is paramount, an automotive production line uses Electric Crane Hoists to transport heavy engine components seamlessly. The speed and efficiency of the hoist reduce production times, allowing for more cars to be assembled in a day.

Warehouse and Inventory Management

A large-scale distribution centre uses Electric Crane Hoists to lift and reposition heavy pallets. With varied configurations available, these hoists enable the facility to manage products of different sizes and weights, ensuring efficient space utilisation and quicker dispatch times.

Shipyard Operations

In a facility where sensitive electronics are manufactured, electrical safety is paramount. The IP54 protection and class F insulation of the Omis OPE hoists ensure motor safety, making them a top choice for environments that demand stringent safety standards.

Construction Sites

Modern skyscraper construction projects use Electric Crane Hoists to lift building materials to higher floors. The precision of the hoists ensures that delicate materials, such as glass panes, are safely transported without damage, while their speed expedites the overall construction timeline.

Aerospace Assembly Lines

Aircraft components, from engines to wings, are large and require exact placement. Electric Crane Hoists are utilised in aerospace factories for their precision in placing these critical components, ensuring aircraft are assembled correctly and safely.

Arts and Exhibition Centers

For the installation of large art pieces or exhibits, many cultural centers employ Electric Crane Hoists. The hoist’s ability to operate with precision ensures that priceless artworks or artifacts are positioned without risk of damage, making it a trusted tool for curators and exhibition planners.

Electric Chain Hoist Options

Yale CPS – Electric Chain Hoist

The Yale CPS Electric Chain Hoist from Granada Cranes and Handling model CPS is the smallest and lightest model within the range of Yale electric chain hoists. Reliability and compact design make it ideal for numerous applications in the construction industry, service companies and many industrial areas for moving small and medium loads.

Lifting capacity 125kg – 500kg

Features:

  • Classification: 1 Am/M4 (standard), resp. 1 Bm/M3 at 230 V, 1-phase, 50 Hz. As required the model CPS (with appropriate changes to lifting capacity resp. duty cycle) can also be re-classified.
  • The standard version comes with direct control.
  • Two year warranty (excluding wear parts).
  • Thermal overload protection as standard.
  • Duty cycle 30% ED, resp. 25% ED. 230 V, 1-phase, 50 Hz.
  • Safe hold of the load even in case of electric failure due to electromagnetic, spring pressure brake.
  • Standard operating volt age: Euro-voltage 400 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz, resp. 125 kg also as 230 V, 1-phase, 50 Hz version.
    Motor protected to IP 54, against ingression of dust and splashing.
  • Push-button pendant control, IP 65 against ingress of dust and water jets from all directions.
  • The overload protection (slip clutch) avoids overloading and extends the lifetime of the hoist.
  • Robust aluminium housing, powder coated.
  • Extremely low headroom
  • The standard case hardened and zinc-plated link chain is matched perfectly to the load chain to guarantee smooth and precise chain motion. All requirements of national and international standards and regulations are fulfilled.
  • The 10-pocket load sheave ensures smooth running of the chain and minimizes chain wear.
  • Drop forged suspension and load hooks are made from non-aging, high tensile steel and fitted with robust safety latches.

Options include:

  • Stainless steel load chain (no reduction of working load limit).
  • Robust chain container
  • Low voltage control 48 V
  • Manual and electric trolleys.
  • Connection to festooned cable systems.

Yale CPV – Electric chain hoist model CPV with suspension lug or with integrated trolley

The electric chain hoist model CPV combines modern design and technical innovation. A robust construction makes the series a versatile tool for professional applications. The integrated limit switch for the highest and lowest hook position considerably extends the working life span of the slip clutch, motor and gearbox.

Lifting Capacity 250kg – 2,000kg

Features:

  • Classification: 1 Am/M4 (standard), resp. 1 Bm/M3 (for 230 V, 1-phase, 50 Hz). As required (with appropriate changes to lifting capacity resp. duty cycle) the model CPV can also be re-classified up to 3 m/M6.
  • Main contactor as standard, for increased safety.
  • Increased operating safety through 42 V control voltage (low volt age control), push-button pendant control, IP 65.
  • 2 year warranty (excluding wear parts) and a lifetime lubricated gearbox.
  • Duty cycle 50% ED for single speed.
  • Electromagnetic spring pressure brake holds the load safely even in the event of power failure.
  • Standard operating volt age: Euro-voltage 400 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz, alternatively 460 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz. Single speed motors reconnect able to 230 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz.
    Motor protected to IP 55 (acc. to VDE 0530), against ingress of dust and water jets.
  • The externally adjustable slip clutch is designed to guarantee a permanent connection between the load and the brake.
    The standard, oil bath lubricated and case hardened gearbox has a helical gearing for particularly smooth running and enhanced lifetime
  • Suspension lug for compact dimensions and easy integration in closed-eye constructions.
  • Chain guide made of fibre coated polyamide for increased wear resistance

Options:

  • Stainless steel load chain (no reduction of working load limit).
  • Suspension hook
  • Flexible chain container.
  • Other operating voltages.
  • Counter for operating hours and number of starts.
  • Radio remote control
  • Control for synchronized operation of several hoists.
  • Manual and electric trolleys.
  • Connection to festooned cable systems.

Yale CPE – With suspension hook or with integrated trolley

The CPE series is a range of high quality products for professional applications. They are highly efficient and engineered for a long working life. The hoists are composed of three main component parts which makes service easy and inexpensive.

Lifting Capacity 1600kg – 10,000kg

Features:

  • Classification: 1 Am/M4, except models CPE(F) 20-8, CPE(F) 30-5 and CPE(F) 40-4 classif ication 1 Bm/M3. As required the model CPE (with appropriate changes to lifting capacity resp. duty cycle) can also be re-classified.
  • Direct control or 42 V low volt age control.
  • 2 year warranty (excluding wear parts) as well as a lifetime lubricated gear box.
  • Motor fitted with a bimetallic thermal protection (useable in connection with low voltage control).
  • Duty cycle 40% at one operating speed.
  • The heavy duty squirrel cage motor has an adjustable spring pressure brake that holds the load secure evenin the event of a power failure.
  • Standard operating volt age: Euro-voltage 400 Volt, 3-phase, 50 Hz.
  • Motor protected to IP 54, insulation class F, against ingress of dust and splashing. (acc. to VDE 0530)
  • Encapsulated pendant control protected to IP 65, against ingress of dust and water jets.
  • Up to 3000 kg only one chain fall, leading to a low overall height.
  • The 5-pocket load chain sheave, manufactured from wear resistant case hardening steel, is matched perfectly to the load chain to guarantee smooth and precise chain motion.
  • The standard, oil bath lubricated planetary gearbox is particularly smooth running.
  • Drop forged suspension and load hooks are made from non-aging, high tensile steel and fitted with robust safety latches.
  • The standard case hardened and zinc-plated link chain is matched perfectly to the load chain to guarantee smooth and precise chain motion. All requirements of national and international standards and regulations are fulfilled.

Options:

  • Stainless steel load chain.
  • Suspension hook rotated 90°.
  • Flexible chain container.
    Other operating voltages.
    Limit switches for highest and lowest hook positions (in combination with low voltage control).
  • Motor with stainless steel brake.
  • Radio remote control
    Control for synchronized operation of several hoists.
  • Manual and electric trolleys
    Integrated low headroom trolley.
  • Connection to festooned cable systems.

SWF CHAINster – Electric chain hoists for loads up to 2,500 kg

  • Optimal space utilization
    Compact dimensions and best hook approach, space saving trolleys
  • High safety in operation
    Emergency Stop button, 48 V Contactor control, drop stops, robust industrial design
  • Gentle work
    Upper and lower lifting limit switch, minor noise emission, stepless load moving with motor trolley and inverter
  • Low installation and maintenance costs
    Standardized electrical modules generally with plug connections, easy accessibility due to modular construction, time saving adjustment of trolley flange width, low weight

Efficient and economical operations with the highest quality

  • With upper hook, push and motor trolley
  • Housing made completely from aluminum
  • Up to 1,250 kg only single fall
  • Chain sprocket with intermediate teeth and metal chain guide
  • Reliable contactor control
    Lifetime brake

Standard equipment:

  • Upper hook
  • 2 lifting speeds up to 6/1 ratio depending to load
  • Up to 1.250 kg only single fall
  • Chain sprocket with intermediate teeth and metal chain guide
  • Mechanical overload device
    2-step upper and lower emergency lifting limit switch
  • High-quality reliable contactor control 48 V with main switch
  • Electrical connections pluggable, for relieved maintenance
  • Thermal protection for lifting motor
  • Control pendant IP65 with emergency button, with plug
  • Lifetime brake
  • Separate brake rectifier
  • Electrical provision for motor trolley
  • Housing made completely from aluminium
  • Protection IP55, isolation class H and tropicalisation
  • Ambient temperature -20 °C up to +50 °C
  • Epoxy powder painting, 70 μm

Options:

  • Optional push trolley or inverter controlled motor trolley
  • Trolley limit switch
  • Upper eye suspension instead of hook
  • Load chain and hook made from stainless steel
  • 2 step gear limit switch
  • Second hoisting brake
  • Rain cover
  • Standby heating for motors and electrics
  • Remote radio control “RadioMaster“
  • Explosion-proof application for Zone 22
  • Power supply from 230V up to 675V, 3 phases
  • HandyMaster control pendant for increased efficiency
  • Version for food industry

SWF CHAINsterGT – Electric Chain HoistWith integrated hoist inverter for loads up to 2,500 kg

  • Integrated frequency inverter technology
    The integrated and pre-programmed hoist inverter offers a range of functions and ensures greater operating safety; no extra effort required when starting up (Plug & Play)
  • Effective and quick operation
    Wide range of speeds with greater hoist speeds at partial load (ESR, e.g. double the hoist speed at a partial load of < 30%) and lower hoist speeds for precise positioning of loads
  • Safety and reliability thanks to intelligent hoist monitoring
    Electronic monitoring of the slipping clutch, permanent calculation of the safe working period “SWP” (load spectrum recorder), mechanical and electronic overload protection, prevention of shock loads (reduces the impact of sudden shocks)

Standard equipment:

  • Upper hook
  • Patented chain sprocket with intermediate teeth and metal chain guide
  • Integrated lifting inverter HoistMaster4
  • Thermal protection for lifting motor
  • Control pendant IP65 with emergency stop button, with plug
  • Lifetime brake
  • Separate brake rectifier
  • Electrical provision for motor trolley
  • Protection IP55, Insulation class H, tropicalisation
  • Duty factor 40 % ED, 240 starts/hour (ISO M5)
  • Ambient temperature -10 °C up to +40 °C
  • Epoxy powder painting, 70 μm

Hoist inverter Hoistmaster4 with standard features:

  • ESR = faster lifting speed with light loads
  • Mechanical and electronical overload device
  • 2-step programmable emergency lifting limit switch
  • Shock load protection. Reduces effect of sudden shock load
  • Slack chain control with bypass
  • Clutch control. Speed difference supervision.
  • Brake control. Ensures brake is open when motor is activated
  • SWP counter

SWF SK Electric Chain Hoist

Lifting capacity up to 5,000kg

  • Optimum use of space
    Compact design and optimum approach dimensions
  • High operational reliability
    Emergency stop button, 48 V contactor control, drop stop safety
  • Gentle operation
    Upper and lower limit switch, variable step less load travelling via frequency inverter
  • Reduced maintenance costs
    Robust industrial design, standardised product groups, easy accessibility

Features:

  • 2 lifting speeds (4/1), optionally with frequency inverter
  • Mechanical overload protection
  • Drive operation with frequency inverter, 2-speed or variable
  • 2-step upper and lower emergency lifting limit switch
  • High-quality reliable contactor control 48 V with main switch
  • Thermal protection for lifting motor

Options include:

  • With frequency inverter for stepless hoisting and lowering
  • Extremely low headroom trolley
  • Articulated bogey trolley for
  • Curved runway
  • Explosion proof version

Stahl ST Chain Hoist

The ST series from STAHL is available in 13 load capacity variants for the load capacity range from 125 kg to 6,300 kg. The chain hoists can be used as stationary models with suspension hook or eye, with rigid suspension or with a push trolley. Or when completed by an electric trolley they are mounted on standard cranes, off-standard cranes or in systems manufacture. The technical highlight which makes the ST chain hoist one of the safest around is the direct suspension on the patented solid cast iron chain guide. The load is supported at the point where it engages.

Various off-standard designs are available for use in particular conditions. Two constructions optimise the effective hook height of all chain hoist models if required. The headroom of the short-headroom trolley and the extra short headroom trolley is reduced Standard ST chain hoist with electric trolley by 33 % and over 60 % respectively. For exceptional requirements, our experts in the engineering department will develop suitable customised solutions.
Lifting capacity up to 6,300kg

Features:

  • Comprehensive chain hoist unit for load capacities ranging from 125kg to 6,300kg
  • Patented suspension directly on chain guide
  • Equipped with two hoisting speeds as standard
  • Extremely short and compact construction ensures that space can be utilised to the maximum
  • High standard classification in accordance with FEM
  • Modern Kanban production enables fast production and availability
  • Available as an option in explosion protected design complying with ATEX and IECEx

Options include:

  • Push Trolley
  • DUE Articulated Trolley
  • Standard Headroom
  • Electric Trolley
  • Short Headroom Electric Trolley

Choose Granada Cranes for your Electrical Crane Hoist

Electric crane hoists represent the next step in industrial evolution. By marrying power with precision, they ensure that businesses can operate at peak efficiency without compromising on safety. Granada Cranes, with its commitment to quality and its partnerships with top-tier manufacturers, stands as a beacon for all those looking to step into the future of industrial lifting.

Granada Cranes also offers other variations such as the Wire Rope Hoist and Open Barrel Hoists. Each variant brings its unique set of advantages to the table. While electric crane hoists offer unmatched precision and ease of operation, Wire Rope Hoists are celebrated for their heavy-duty performance and flexibility. Meanwhile, Open Barrel Hoists, with their distinct design, cater to specific lifting scenarios, ensuring maximum wire overlap and increased capacity. As industries continue to evolve, the synergy of these different hoists will be pivotal. Granada Cranes, with its expansive offerings and commitment to quality, stands at the forefront, guiding businesses towards an integrated, efficient, and safe future in industrial lifting.

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