When you need to find a chain hoist solution for lifting your operations, the process can feel daunting. There are many options out there to research which takes time. This is why we’ve put together this Demag DC Chain Hoist Buyer’s Guide to help streamline some of the most common options available in our line of chain hoists. Read more about the product family features and what options may fit your application best.
Trusted for more than 20 years, the DC chain hoist line has been helping customers lift with greater safety, ergonomics, and reliability. Every model DC chain hoist offers standard features not found in other competitive chain hoists. In addition to the impressive list of standard features, we have the most options found anywhere, allowing DC chain hoists to meet almost any lifting requirement. Each DC chain hoist is designed to be rated to H4 heavy duty, or FEM 2M rating, so no matter your company size or budget, you know you are purchasing a quality product.
DC chain hoists are designed with safety features that come standard on all models. Each hoist is designed to use 24V control voltage for extremely safe operation. All models include an operating limit switch as standard for the highest and lowest hook position. A monitored slip clutch prevents serious overloads. These features work together to make lifting operations safer.
Replace manual lifting processes with DC chain hoists. Chain hoists can make lifting and moving loads more ergonomic and safer for your operators. Studies show effective ergonomic interventions can lower the physical demands of manual material handling. Control pendant cables are easy to adjust to match the needs of each operator, requiring no wiring when adjusting the length. Operators can use the ergonomic push buttons with gentle actuation force.
DC chain hoists are easy to install and maintain. Installation is easy with the suspension eye to stationery mounts or trolleys. Plug and play electrical connections make set up and replacement of key components like pendants and connection to electric trolleys quick so you can get to work and stay working.
With minimal maintenance required, DC chain hoists are easy to maintain and service over the life of the equipment. Easily view the elapsed operating time counter to see when some maintenance items are needed. Operating parameters can also be read from the integrated diagnostic interface to make diagnosing error codes quicker. In addition, the gearbox and slipping clutch are maintenance free for us to 10 years, the brake for 5 or more years, depending on your usage. The design of the speed-monitoring braking and clutch makes an extremely safe, reliable, long service life.
Adding new or replacing existing lifting equipment in your facility can make your operations safer and more efficient. DC chain hoists make lifting and moving loads ergonomic, even eliminating manual lifting in your processes. Demag DC Electric Chain Hoists are stocked in capacities up to 11,000 pounds and offer an extremely cost-effective lifting solution within this capacity range, when compared to other lifting options like wire rope hoists. Consult our buyer’s guide to find the DC chain hoist that will fit your needs. Then reach out to our experts to talk further about your application or reach out to one of our authorized dealers in the USA or Canada to configure your chain hoist in our Chain Hoist Designer tool.
The product line of DC chain hoists consists of 7 different capacity model chain hoists that are packed with features and perfectly sized to meet your needs. We stock DC chain hoists in the following capacity ratings: 275 pounds, 550 pounds, 1,100 pounds, 2,200 pounds, 4,400 pounds, 7,000 pounds and 11,000 pounds. DC chain hoists can easily meet any capacity rating needed. The capacity of any model can be reduced to meet your unique requirements. Each capacity range helps solve unique challenges so the first step in the buying process is determining which capacity model will perfectly suit your application.
Demag electric chain hoists offer a wide supply voltage range, covering most 3-phase supply voltages found worldwide. For the USA and Canadian markets, we stock hoists suitable for the most common industrial 3 phase voltage supplies: (208V) 220-240V/3/60Hz, 220-240V/3/60Hz, 440-480V/3/60Hz, and 575V/3/60 Hz. When your project requires variable speed, Demag DCS chain hoists offer the unique ability to run within a wide range of voltages and frequencies. These requirements cover many of the most common voltages found worldwide, 380-480V/3/ 50Hz or 60Hz.
In the USA and Canada, Demag stocks chain hoists with 16’-5” of available lifting height, covering the majority of the most common industrial requirements. We also stock a longer lifting height of 26 feet in our most popular chain hoist models. When lifting needs exceed 26 feet, Demag offers some of the longest lift heights found in the industry. Applications with the hoist on a building or in the wind power generation industry can require lift heights as much as 600 feet. Demag can offer proven solutions to meet these extreme lift heights.
DC chain hoists are on the shelf ready to lift, completely built with the chain and chain container. This means we can supply the most common models quickly. In addition, many distribution partners in the US and Canada stock Demag chain hoists throughout around North America to further reduce delivery time and shipping costs.
Demag DC chain hoists are flexible to use with a fixed mount or be suspended from many types and brands of trolleys. The standard suspension bracket from Demag makes installation quick and easy. The bracket acts as both a lug and a hook making installation safe and secure. Demag trolleys are available for I-beams or wide flange beams for flange widths up to 19.68 inches. Universal trolley wheels ensure smooth travel and low rolling resistance on push/ pull manual trolleys.
When motorized trolleys are needed, you can quickly and easily add a motor to your manual trolley for steady travel with smooth acceleration and deceleration. When needed, travel speeds can easily be adjusted to meet the exact needs of your application. Motorized trolleys have integrated control systems that are plug and play, just plug in the cables supplied and you are ready to work.
When you need to suspend a DC chain hoist from an Enclosed Track system, our chain hoists are flexible to meet your needs. If you have our industry leading KBK Enclosed Track System, we have a wide range of options to meet your needs for suspending a chain hoist. Even if you are using another brand of enclosed track system, our chain hoists make suspending the unit from nearly any system easy.
Step 5. Choose The You Control Need
The Demag DC chain hoist comes standard with an ergonomic DSC pendant to control the up and down lifting motions. When you need to control movements of the trolley and bridge, Demag offers the ergonomic DSE-10 pendant. Simply unplug the DSC pendant and plug in the DSE-10. Our quick plug and lift controls require no time-consuming wiring. DC hoists can also be equipped with a variety of other pendants and radio controls from Demag or from other manufacturers, so the possibilities are almost endless.
Demag offers unique pendant options that can help improve productivity in many industrial applications. Our ergonomic Manulift handle puts the control into the operator’s hand. This handle integrates the pendant and hook with rocker switches controlled with the operator’s thumb. The handle can be used with the right or left hand and allows operators to quickly lift, move and position the load with one hand. It is ideal for lifting and setting smaller loads within comfortable reach of the operator. Demag in the USA and Canada locally stocks Manulift units up to 550 pounds with capacity up to 1,100 pounds available for order from the factory.
Similar to the Manulift handle, the DCBS electric balancer is available for loads up to 550 pounds. The DCBS handle and sensors pick up the slightest movements of the operator’s hand and translates them to up/down movement. Floating loads is easy with the DCBS either using the grip or two hands on the load. Not sure if you need a chain hoist or balancer? Read our article- Chain Hoist or Balancer? 5 Considerations to Evaluate Your Lifting Needs.
Demag offers the fastest and widest range of lifting speeds in the industry. Choose from our standard two-speed model hoists giving you additional precision at low speed or the extreme precision offered by our stepless variable speed hoists. We offer the industry’s fastest lifting speeds up to 100 feet per minute. These faster hoists are an excellent option for very fast, high production environments or when very long lifting heights are needed.
The standard Demag DC hoist has a low-profile design offering excellent headroom to allow it to fit in buildings and locations with low ceilings. This profile can be further reduced by using an optional low headroom trolley.
Chain hoists are just one part of how you lift. When adding a chain hoist to an existing jib crane or overhead bridge crane with motorized travel or even motorized grippers, your hoist will need to be integrated with existing electric controls. The first step to integration is knowing the control voltage of the existing power system. Then you must determine how the hoist and travel motions will be controlled. It is likely all these motions can be controlled from the same pendant, radio or PLC. Consider where the pendant, radio or PLC will be located. Demag offers several control interface panels that can suit nearly any situation to simplify this process.
Demag chain hoists offer the most extensive options available in the industry. Nearly any special condition can be met with our additional features to help improve performance in almost any environment. If your DC chain hoist will be operating in hot or cold temperatures, wet or corrosive environments, there is an option to optimize the operation of the hoist. All chain hoists are standard IP55 outdoor rated and have a durable powder coat for extreme durability in a variety of environments.
Whether you are adding options today or in the future, DC chain hoists are designed to meet your changing and evolving needs. Synchronized lifting of multiple hooks, automated or semi-automation, and much more are available. Demag chain hoists offer the most extensive options available in the industry.
When automated control is needed, there is a DC chain hoist solution to fit your needs. Demag chain hoists can be controlled with a PLC and can be equipped with encoders, geared limit switches, and other components for automation application needs.
When you need to find a chain hoist solution for your lifting needs, the DC chain hoist product family is designed to meet a wide range of lifting needs. In addition to the features that come standard or special features that can be added, DC chain hoists can be further customized with specialized end tooling and grippers. Customized end tooling can make lifting components safer and more efficient for your operators. Our authorized dealer network in the US and Canada can help you integrate existing custom tooling or design new tooling to optimize your processes. Contact us to talk about your needs and how DC Chain Hoists can meet your needs.
Unless you’re a seasoned veteran, choosing the right hoist to buy can be a daunting task. But have no fear. This guide will make things absolutely clear about which hoist is right for your specific need. Without further ado, let’s walk step-by-step through the Ultimate Hoist Buyer’s Guide.
A hoist is a machine specifically designed to raise and lower loads that are too heavy for manpower alone. Hoists have a drum or wheel around which wraps either a chain or rope which controls whether the load is raised or lowered. Most hoists are electric-powered, but they can also be pneumatic (air-powered) or manually operated. To learn more, check out our article explaining what hoists are, as well as some examples and tips when operating them.
Generally speaking, hoists are used for lifting and lowering heavy loads. However, hoists are used in many different industries for various applications. To be more specific, hoists are used for construction purposes, in the automotive industry, and even in the aerospace industry. In fact, we compiled a list of 15 use cases for hoists in various industries.
The first step to determining which hoist you should buy is in researching which general type of hoist will best suit your needs. After that is determined, we can nail down the specifics. So what are the different types of hoists?
Manual chain hoists are not powered by electricity or air pressure but rather by lever-action or a hand chain. Operating a manual hoist, i.e. raising or lowering the load, is done by cranking the lever or by pulling either end of the hand chain.
Manual chain hoists are not ideal for every scenario. However, there are plenty of situations where a manual hoist is the best solution. Let’s review some advantages and disadvantages of using manual hoists over a powered hoist.
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In our experience, CM hand chain hoists are some of the best in the industry and they offer a large selection of products. However, we also put together a list of the top 3 best manual chain hoists if you’d like to do some more research. With that said, these are our favorite hand chain hoists in the CM line and they all come with a lifetime warranty.
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Electric chain hoists are powered by electricity and utilize chains as opposed to wire rope to lift their load. Instead of having to manually crank a lever, the operator of an electric chain hoist need only push a button to raise or lower the cargo.
Just as manual chain hoists are not ideal for every scenario, electric chain hoists have their pros and cons. Ultimately, the choice to purchase this type of hoist will depend on your intended use case. Let’s look at those pros and cons.
Advantages of Electric Chain Hoists:
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According to our experts, the best electric chain hoists are manufactured by Budgit, CM, Coffing, and Harrington. However, we also put together a list of the top 5 best electric chain hoists if you’d like to do some more research. With that said, these are some of our favorite electric chain hoists from the aforementioned brands.
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Air chain hoists, also known as pneumatic chain hoists, are powered by compressed air. Instead of cranking as you would a manual hoist or connecting it to a circuit, pneumatic hoists are instead connected to an air compressor.
Air-powered hoists are the perfect choice for certain situations but not for others. Let’s take a look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of air hoists.
Advantages of Air Chain Hoists:
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There are several hoist manufacturers that produce air chain hoists. However, we have found Budgit air-powered hoists to be some of the best in the industry. With that said, feel free to review our list of the top 3 best air chain hoists if you’d like more information. Yet, these are certainly among the best pneumatic hoists out there.
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Wire rope hoists refer not to the source of power, i.e. electric or air, but rather to what connects the hoist to its load. Therefore, wire rope hoists can be either air-powered or electric-powered.
Chain hoists are more common than wire rope hoists. However, wire rope hoists also have the greatest utility within particular industries. Depending on the circumstances, these will be the best type of hoist for the job at hand.
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Out of all wire rope manufacturers, we’ve found Yale to be among the most reliable brands. They’ve been a leader in the hoist manufacturing business for over a century. We have a few Yale wire rope hoists featured below or feel free to browse all wire rope hoists by clicking the button below.
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Now we know of the different types of hoists available: electric chain hoists, air chain hoists, manual chain hoists, and wire rope hoists. Now it’s time to determine what capacity, lift height, and other factors you should consider when choosing a hoist.
If you have further questions after this section, I highly recommend you check out our FAQ section or reach out via our contact page.
To determine what capacity you will need for your hoist, it’s important to first determine the weight of the maximum load that will be lifted.
For example, if you will be lifting loads with a maximum weight of 1.5 tons, you will need a hoist with a capacity of at least 1.5 tons. Otherwise, your device will fail and you will risk injury or worse. However, it’s common practice to choose a capacity with at least 1/4 or 1/2 ton more than the weight of your heaviest load.
Another important factor when choosing the right equipment is the lift height, otherwise referred to simply as ‘lift’. To determine the lift needed, measure the distance between the load and the point at which the hoist will be mounted, then subtract the hoist headroom (the distance between the load-bearing hook and the point where the hoist will connect to the beam/trolley).
There are a few factors to consider for choosing a power source for your wire rope or electric chain hoist. First, you will have to determine if the voltage you have access to. Common voltages for powered hoists are 115V, 230V, 460V, and 575V. Next, you will need to know the phase of your power supply, either single-phase or three-phase. Typically larger and industrial workplaces will run three-phase power and have voltages over 230V. Lastly, you’ll need to determine hertz, the unit of measurement frequency, or the change in state or cycle in alternating current, of one cycle per second.
Air hoists, also known as pneumatic hoists, have a connected up-and-down control pendant similar to regular hoist systems. However, they also come with the added floating functionality provided by the compressed air that powers them. The beauty of the floating air function is that it allows for weightless vertical movement.
Hand chain hoists are operated by a loop of lifting chains to raise and lower their load. These are often an ideal match for construction, automotive, and hobbyist applications.
Lever hoists, also known as ratchet hoists or a come-along, allow the operator to pull, lift, and position materials in horizontal or vertical directions through a lever or crank mechanism. These provide easy rigging and operation with 360° rotation of the lever and top swivel hook.
Lift speed refers to the speed at which the hoist can raise/lower objects. The necessary lift speed will vary greatly between hoists and their various uses. Some may be single-speed or multi-speed. When determining the appropriate lift speed, there are a few factors to consider: the type of load being lifted, the weight of the load, the surrounding environment, and the space around the load.
Pendant control cable length refers to the length of the cable of the pendant control. The standard push button drop is equal to 4 feet less than the lift. Special lengths for pendant cable drop can be configured to meet specific needs as well.
Suspension refers to the mounting type of the hoist. There are two options for hanging a chain hoist, Hook mount or Lug mount. A Hook mounted hoist will come from the factory with a hook attached to the top of the body. There are two common types of hooks available, rigid and swivel. The rigid hook is in a fixed position, whereas the “swivel” hook-mounted hoist can rotate up to 360 degrees.
A trolley refers to the beam on which the hoist is mounted. There are 3 common types of trolleys; plain trolley, geared trolley, and motorized trolley. A plain/push is operated by maneuvering the trolley along the beam by human power via the hoist operator. A geared trolley is used by pulling a chain hanging from the trolley to maneuver the hoist along the beam or track. The motorized trolley option has a motor attached to the side of the trolley wheels and usually has its own control pendant.
I-Beam flange width refers to the width of the flanges at the top and bottom of the beam. The horizontal elements of the “I” are flanges, while the vertical element is the web. The web resists shear forces while the flanges resist most of the bending moment experienced by the beam. Beam theory shows that the I-shaped section is a very efficient form for carrying both bending and shears loads in the plane of the web.
In order to choose the right hoist, there are a number of factors that must be considered. For instance, hoist type, capacity, lift height, lift speed, voltage, and more. Once you have identifies the attributes needed for your hoist, feel free to browse our shop or request a quote if you need something beyond what we have listed. We’re determined to help you find the right lifting equipment!
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