Buyer’s Guide for Purchasing Explosion Proof Hoists, Trolleys and Bridge Cranes
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to the Hoist Guy’s Blog, where our resident hoist guy, Andrew T. Litecky, shares his buying tips for purchasing explosion proof hoists, trolley and bridge cranes. Does your specification call for an electric-powered explosion proof hoist, trolley or overhead crane? Understanding some key points about hazardous locations, explosion proof...
Pros and Cons of customized Floor level controls for your overhead lifting system
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to the Hoist Guy’s Blog, where our resident hoist guy, Andrew T. Litecky, shares his experience customizing overhead lifting systems and discusses the pros and cons of locating bridge crane controls at the floor level. Crane Control Location Options When purchasing a new bridge crane overhead lifting system for...
Do you need a manual, electric or air-powered hoist? FAQ's
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to The Hoist Guy's Blog, where our resident Hoist Guy Andrew T. Litecky shares his knowledge and experience of many years in the overhead material handling industry, this time with a little hoist FAQ session. Manual, Electric & Air-Powered Hoists What type of hoist is best for your uses from manual, electric or air-powered?...
Top Hoist Purchasing Mistakes to Avoid
Andrew T. Litecky
When it comes to buying a hoist, cutting corner to save a few bucks can come back to haunt you. Avoid these "penny wise, pound foolish" mistakes to get the best equipment for your money.