SUPPLIER NEWS – Columbus McKinnon Corporation has expanded its offering of the unique CM Hurricane 360° hand chain hoist and introduces its new Yale® YK™ and Shaw-Box® SK™ electric wire rope hoists.
The CM Hurricane 360° Hand Chain Hoist
The unique Columbus McKinnon Hurricane 360° hand chain hoist to include new 15 and 20-ton
capacity units as well as a full line of army-type, integrated trolley models. Designed for versatility and safety, the CM Hurricane 360° features a patented 360-degree rotating hand chain cover that allows operators to lift and position loads from virtually any angle.
“Because of its unique design, the CM Hurricane is the ideal hand chain hoist when working in tight spaces, above the load, in drifting applications and when the operator needs to maintain a safe distance when handling a load,” said Andre Schon, Senior Global Product Manager – Manual Hoist Products. “Now, with the addition of higher-capacity units and integrated trolley models, we have made this one-of-a-kind hoist more versatile than ever.”
New army-type, integrated trolley CM Hurricane hoists feature a compact, low-headroom design that provides even more flexibility in applications with low ceilings or limited space. Available as plain or geared models, these trolley hoists have reduced side clearances an
d end approach to aid in maneuvering heavy loads in tight spaces. They can be easily adjusted to fit a wide range of beam widths and profiles and have trolley wheels designed for smooth rolling with pre-lubricated, encapsulated ball bearings.
Rugged, durable and easy to maintain, the CM Hurricane 360° is available in capacities ranging from 1/2 to 20 tons with standard lifts up to 30 feet. It is also backed by Columbus McKinnon’s lifetime guarantee. All models are now available with optional chain containers as well.
The Yale® YK™ and Shaw-Box® SK™ Electric Wire Rope Hoists
The new Yale® YK™ and Shaw-Box® SK™ electric wire rope monorail hoists are German engineered and offer reliable operation, high efficiency and long life, and are competitively priced for the U.S. market.
The Yale YK and Shaw-Box SK are designed with safety in mind, incorporating standard safety features such as a block-operated limit switch, adjustable geared limit switch, motor temperature control and overload protection.
“The new YK and SK hoists feature a modular system that allows you to easily configure and design a hoist solution to your exact application needs,” said Carlos Bassa, global product manager, wire rope hoists. “With a wide range of lifting capacities from one to 10 tons and three frame sizes, these units can be used everywhere from equipment production lines to warehousing facilities.”
The Yale YK and Shaw-Box SK are ideal for applications with space limitations, featuring a low headroom trolley that can be used on monorail runways and single-girder overhead travelling cranes. Assembled in Wadesboro, North Carolina, with German-made components, the YK and SK have short lead times to meet tight deadlines.
Columbus McKinnon’s new YK and SK hoists are available through its Crane Solutions Group, which is dedicated to serving the company’s partners in the crane industry. With the acquisition of STAHL CraneSystems in 2017, Columbus McKinnon is able to leverage the combined technologies of its Yale, Shaw-Box and STAHL product lines to offer the most comprehensive wire rope hoist and crane component portfolio available, while simplifying its product offering for ease of selection and purchase.
Learn more about the Yale YK and Shaw-Box SK electric wire rope hoists at www.cmworks.com
About Columbus McKinnon
Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of motion control products, technologies, systems and services that efficiently and ergonomically move, lift, position and secure materials. Key products include hoists, cranes, actuators, rigging tools, light rail work stations and digital power and motion control systems. The company is focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by its superior design and engineering know-how. To learn more about the CM Hurricane 360°, the Yale YK, the Shaw-Box SK or any of their products, call Columbus McKinnon Channel Services at 800-888-0985 or visit www.cmworks.com.
