Choosing the Correct Hoist for the Job
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to the Hoist Guy’s Blog, where our resident hoist guy, Andrew T. Litecky offers key considerations for buying the right hoist for the job. When purchasing a hoist, the buyer should pay special attention to these factors: frequency of use the speed of the lift the degree of control required...
Tags: #CaseStudy, Chain Hoists, Hoist Safety, Hoists, Purchasing Help
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...
Common Applications for Gantry Cranes
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to the Hoist Guy’s Blog! Where our resident Hoist Guy, Andrew T. Litecky, shares his experience in the overhead material handling industry to discuss gantry cranes and their common applications. What is a Gantry Crane? A gantry crane is a type of overhead crane that is supported by freestanding...
Tags: Gantry Cranes, Purchasing Help
Motorized Jib Crane Sales & Service FAQ's
Andrew T. Litecky
Learn the What, Why, and How Much of buying a motorized jib crane, as well as solutions for adding motorization to a manual jib and the pros and cons of adding a VFD.