Selecting a Hoist

Selecting the Right Hoist

Each hoist is custom-built to fit the specific beam size, height, flange width and curve radius required. To get you started, consider your answers to the following questions.

Basic Information Needed For Selecting & Quoting a Hoist

Capacity (lbs. or tons)
Lift (ft.)
Lifting Speed in ft. per min (fpm)
Lifting Medium – chain or wire rope. Is true vertical lift required?
Power Supply Voltage
Control Voltage – a reduced control circuit voltage usually (24 or 115 volts) accomplished by the use of a transformer in the hoist. This prevents the higher power supply voltage from reaching the operator through the hoist’s push button station.
Push Button Cord Length – standard length is approximately 4 ft. less than lift
Power Cord Length – standard lengths vary by manufacturer and/or hoist model
Abnormal Operating Conditions – Will the hoist function properly in its environment? (corrosive, outdoor, dusty/dirty, extreme temperature ranges, hazardous locations, etc.)
Duty Cycle Requirements – Does the specific hoist you select meet the application’s duty requirements?
Type of Suspension – Hook (swivel or rigid), lug, trolley (push, hand geared or motorized)
Headroom Requirements
Trolley Hand Chain Drop (ft.) – for hand geared trolleys
Beam Size and type that the trolley will operate on
Accessories – any special options or special requirements needed?
PDF Hoist Selection Form (to follow)

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Beaton Industrial specializes in overhead hoist technology and application design. If your company is located in or around Binghamton, Syracuse, Albany, Watertown, or Utica New York and would like one of our experienced hoist representatives to review your hoisting application on site, please contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Beaton Industrial also provides hoist application design services nationwide. The industries our customers are comprised of are great and varied, as are the hoisting applications they present. If you would like to have the leader in hoisting technologies review your application please contact us today!