Hoist Guy's BlogWire Rope Hoists

In the world of overhead material handling, there is lifting and there is precise lifting. Read our blog post to learn about True Vertical Lift and the advantages of wire rope reeving.

Application: Hazardous Location Bridge Crane for a Natural Gas Generating Facility in Texas. Shupper-Brickle uses creativity and ingenuity to meets specs for a hazardous location and outdoor use. 

What’s Killing My Wire Rope? Shupper-Brickle investigates the cause of wire rope failure on a twin hook monorail hoist. We'll take a look at what causes wire rope damage and how to avoid it.

Understanding the differences between American-made hoists and foreign brands is key. Also, learn the Hoist Guy's favorite American-made wire rope hoists.