Air Hoists

We can help you select the right hoist for your job, and we will install, commission and maintain it. Call us at (519) 652-6600 for a free quote.

HB Material Handling can supply you with the quality air hoists made by Kito and Demag Cranes & Components, including:
Kito TCR Series Air Powered Chain Hoists
Demag DBS Air Balancer System

Kito TCR Series Air Powered Chain Hoists

The TCR series of air hoists features a host of advantages to increase your productivity. Compact and highly durable, these quiet-to-operate air hoists perform fine, feathering movements and precise load spotting without electrical hazard.

Benefits and Features

Load-bearing parts are only stressed to 20% of their limit at rated capacity.
Abrasion resistant, case-hardened, nickel-plated load chain is made from heat-treated alloy steel for high, uniform strength.
Forged carbon steel hook design will not fracture under excessive load.
Reliable, non-asbestos brake adjusts itself.
Built-in load limiter automatically stops lifting when load is over the rated capacity on 1/2 tonne and above.
Upper and lower limit switch prevent over-travel in up or down direction.
A 360° swivel bottom hook with built-in bearing, for easy positioning
Weather-tight construction resists dust and water; it’s reliable in harsh environments.
Hoist can create a fine, feathering movement with precision starting and stopping.
External muffler means quiet operation.
100% duty cycle multi-vane motor with filter/lubricator is installed.
Full range variable speed control increases productivity.
Filter/Lubricator is included with each unit.
Test Load: 125% of rated capacity

Options

Pendant or cord control to meet your needs

Chain bag to keep chain clean and out of the way

Custom lift lengths to suit your requirements

Plain or Geared trolley mount for improved load control

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Demag DBS Air Balancer System

The Demag DBS air balancer system meets the demands of the industry with features designed for operator safety and low maintenance. Boasting the smoothest operation hoists in the industry, Demag models have up to 250 lb capacity at 86 PSI. With the Demag Air Balancer, you can precisely and smoothly position, effortlessly handle and individually guide your loads with unsurpassed functionality.

Benefits and Features

Speed limiter to protect the operator from overextension
Units are maintenance free
Engineered and tested for durability and reliability
Solid cast housing and high quality wire rope cable
Various mounting arrangements
More control options than a chain hoist of similar capacity
Single hand load controller
Ergonomic design
High cycling capability
Mechanical whip lash protection
Enclosed controls
Up/down speed control
Low hand force required to move load
Simple adjustment
Low operating cost
Reliable operation
Numerous control variations
Single load zero gravity
Dual load zero gravity
Up/down pendant
Hand Force Control

The most advanced air balancer system today

The Demag Air Balancer is the most advanced cable balancer system available. You can effortlessly move your loads into an exact position, even without a pendant control.

Better ergonomics

With the help of a Demag Air Balancer, you can ergonomically handle any load. This system reduces the risk of back strains, and muscle and bone injuries, making your operations a great deal easier and safer. This leads to higher productivity and better employee motivation.

A perfect solution

Environmental contamination is impossible, since the Demag Air Balancer works quietly and completely oil free. A lifetime of efficient operation is insured through excellent design and low air consumption.

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