THE ESSENTIALS OF DEFYING GRAVITY: Simple Rules for the best outcomes in overhead lifting
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to The Hoist Guy's Blog, where our resident hoist guy, Andrew T. Litecky, shares his industry knowledge and experience. Today he’s here to discuss five simple hoist rules that will optimize your overhead lifting for better gravity defying outcomes. Rules for Defying Gravity & Optimizing Overhead Lifting Whether your...
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...
Pros and Cons of customized Floor level controls for your overhead lifting system
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to the Hoist Guy’s Blog, where our resident hoist guy, Andrew T. Litecky, shares his experience customizing overhead lifting systems and discusses the pros and cons of locating bridge crane controls at the floor level. Crane Control Location Options When purchasing a new bridge crane overhead lifting system for...
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...