Wire Rope Hoists

Wire rope hoists are composed of larger components that allow them to withstand the heat created by constant lifting. Ropes made from wire also have higher SWLs (safe working loads) that also make them suitable for heavy lifting. Since they are able to work in conjunction with heavy objects for extended periods of time without overheating, they are often used in:

Manufacturing – Lifting and lowering heavy loads safely in manufacturing settings allows the work to get done without posing threats to workers
Shipping and handling – Wire rope hoists can be used to load and unload trucks and ships quickly and efficiently
Storage units – Our hoists are able to successfully transfer heavy loads in warehouses and factories, making them ideal for diverse uses

Demag DR rope hoists meet all the requirements of state-of-the-art hoist units and give you the certainty of a secure long-term investment. Besides their particularly long service life, they also offer comprehensive standard features at an attractive price.

Higher hoist speed for faster handling - most Demag DR rope hoist models have a lifting speed of at least 6 m/min with 4/1 revving as standard.

DR rope hoists are supplied with an increased FEM classification. The rope drive mechanism precisely meets FEM specifications; however, the gearbox service life is 20% longer. This means that there is 20% more time before the general overhaul is due when the safe working period has elapsed. The generous dimensioning of all components also ensures constant availability. The modular rope hoist design facilitates simple and rapid maintenance and repair of individual components, minimizing downtime. In addition to the economic benefits, Demag DR rope hoists also provide a high level of safety and reliability for the operator and the load.

Available in four basic designs, the right solution can be found for virtually any application:

GDR basic hoist
FDR foot-mounted hoist
EKDR monorail hoist
ZKDR double-rail crab

Benefits and Features

- Low-vibration motor for quiet operation

- Optimized motor design for low-vibration, quiet operation

- 12/2-pole or 4-pole squirrel-cage motor with cylindrical rotor

- Thermal contacts to protect against overheating as standard

- IP 55 enclosure

- Pulse encoder to monitor the speed and direction of rotation as standard

- Duty factor higher than FEM classification

Fast acting brake

Demag DC disk brake with brake release, minimum brake safety factor of 1.8
Fast acting brake thanks to integrated electronic modules

Gearbox lubricated for life

Three-stage helical gearbox with high endurance gearing and oil lubrication for the entire service life

Protective rope guide

Rope guide made of tough plastic – reliable operation even in critical environments
Smooth rope lead-in by means of hardened pressure rollers mounted on anti-friction bearings
Inclined pull up to 4° without touching the rope guide

User-friendly bottom block

Guard for improved safety – moving plastic elements guard the opening where the wire rope enters the bottom block
Two handle recesses make it easier to handle and guide the bottom block

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