Hoists & Hoists Parts

ASME B30.16-2022: Updates & Revisions to the ASME B30.16 Standard

ASME B30.16 Overhead Underhung and Stationary Hoists helps set the standards for the lifting and rigging industry. It outlines maintenance,…

Harrington RY Electric Wire Rope Hoists: History, Design, Best Fits

Why should you consider purchasing an RY Electric Wire Rope Hoist from Harrington? Simply put, after more than 150 years…

How Does the CM Intelli-Connect™ Help with Crane, Hoist Diagnostics?

Are you looking for a way to diagnose issues with your cranes and hoists without losing the time of shutting…

How to Select & Install Trolleys for Manual and Powered Hoists

How do you properly select and install trolleys for manual and powered hoists? It is a simple question with a…

The CM Hurricane Mini 360° Hand Chain Hoist…An Honest Review

Can the CM Hurricane Mini 360° be the answer you’ve been looking for to execute safe lifts in tight spaces?…

Do Manual Hoists and Trolleys Require a Load Test After Installation?

Did you just have a manual hoist or trolley installed and are wondering about the need for a load test?…

Harrington NER 3 Phase Electric Chain Hoist: History, Design, Best Fits

Why should I consider purchasing an NER 3 Phase Electric Chain Hoist from Harrington? Simply put, after more than 150…

CM® Tornado 360°™ Lever Chain Hoist: Design, Features, and Best Fits

Are you looking for a way to maximize productivity by improving the equipment used on your job sites? By developing…

Harrington EQ/SEQ Electric Chain Hoists: Design, Features, and Benefits

Is your current electric chain hoist reaching the end of its lifecycle or in need of so many repairs that…

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Lifting & Rigging Solutions

Overhead Cranes: Modular Cranes vs. Engineered Process Cranes

Modular bridge crane systems use off-the-shelf packaged components and are designed to be general purpose material movers. Meanwhile, an engineered…

Built-Up Hoists vs. Package Hoist Systems for Overhead Cranes

No component is more important than an overhead crane’s hoist because it’s the device that lifts, suspends, and lowers the…

Variable Frequency Drives: Smart Motor Controls for Overhead Cranes

Do you battle with an older overhead crane system to keep it up and running? If your crane seems to…

Manual Hoists At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about manual hoists.

Chain Hoists At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about chain hoists.

Pneumatic Hoists At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about pneumatic / air hoists.

Wire Rope Hoists At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about wire rope hoists.

Electric Hoists At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about electric hoists.

Upgrading Your Overhead Crane’s Capacity: What You Need to Know

One of the biggest benefits of an overhead crane system is the ability to modernize or upgrade the individual components of…

6 Signs it’s Time to Upgrade and Modernize Your Overhead Crane

Overhead crane modernization can be as simple as replacing one component or replacing multiple component systems. A lot of business…

Overhead Crane Hoist Types and Design: Manual, Electric, and Air

A hoist could be considered the most important component of an overhead crane system because it’s the device that actually…

5 Common Problems with Overhead Cranes and How to Avoid Them

Just like with an automobile or any other piece of equipment or machinery, your overhead crane will need regular maintenance…