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?...

The Hoist Guy's Top 5 Rules of Hoisting

Andrew T. Litecky

What are the Top 5 Rules of Hoisting? Read this list for the top things to know about purchasing and maintaining a hoist.

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.

Hazardous Location Specs Can Never Be Optional

Andrew T. Litecky

Do you need a hoist for a hazardous location? The NEC lists exact conditions, and the specs are never optional.