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This section provides an overview for electric hoists as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 17 electric hoist manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked electric hoist companies as of December, 2024: 1.Tractel, Inc. - Griphoist Division GUS, 2.Dearborn Overhead Crane, Inc., 3.Spider by BrandSafway.
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An electric hoist is a mechanical device designed for lifting and moving heavy objects. It finds widespread use in construction sites, factories, warehouses, and other industrial environments. This device harnesses the power of an electric motor, which, through a gearbox, enables the lifting of loads by winding ropes or chains around a drum. Electric hoists offer a significant advantage over manual or air-driven alternatives by facilitating the lifting of heavy loads more effortlessly and efficiently. Some models are capable of handling tens of tons.
The core components of an electric hoist include the electric motor, gearbox, drum, and a control unit, all working in unison to ensure safe and smooth operation.
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Spider by BrandSafway was established in 1947, is founded by contractors, and is headquartered in Seattle, WA, and is a designer, manufacturer, and provider of suspended scaffolding systems for rental or sale. The company offers SC1000 revelation, outrigger beams, adjustable i-beam clamps, fold-up work cages, powered platforms, and many more. Custom scaffolding and access designs, the company works with large industrial and commercial projects. All products of the company are designed and manufactured in the ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001-certified factories, which undergo regular audits by Fortune 500 customers.
R & M Materials Handling, Inc., founded in 1929 and based in Springfield, Ohio, is a manufacturer of electric chain hosts, wire rope hoists, and crane packages. The company’s products include modular crane packages, heavy-lifting winches, and manual/motorized trolleys. It also manufactures handheld radio controllers and hoist monitoring devices. These products serve various industries, such as mining, metal production, automotive, and general manufacturing. The company’s engineers and designers work with customers to develop custom featured products that meet the specific needs of customers.
Dearborn Overhead Crane, Inc. is a manufacturer of industrial cranes and hoists established in 1955 and located in Mishawaka, Indiana, United States. The company’s product lineup includes pre-engineered and custom designed gantry cranes, top- as well as under running bridge cranes for overhead lifting, and wall-mounted and floor jib cranes for localized lifting operations. It also offers crane kits and hoists in wire rope and chain varieties. The company chiefly serves clients in construction, port authority, and logistics operations.
Tri-State Overhead Crane was established in 1959 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and through strategic partnerships with manufacturers in the same business, such as CM, Demag, Gorbel, and Harrington. The corporation operates as a subsidiary of Tri-State Equipment corporation Inc. The company engages in the design, manufacturing, installation, and distribution of overhead cranes and hoists. As the predominant distributor of these brands, it can furnish its clientele with readily available replacement parts, repair services, and discounts for resale purposes. The company's operations have extended to additional states within the United States, enabling direct interaction and client engagement.
Sky Climber, located in Delaware, Ohio, was founded in 1955 and is a designer, producer, and distributor of industrial, commercial construction, and maintenance equipment. The company produces and develops items such as compact electric hoists, SSU boiler platforms, rigging collars, modular work platforms, and Fulton jacks. It creates all assemblies in 3D using the Solidworks CAD system to meet the needs of each project. In 1969, the company established its European facilities in Belgium.
Facilities Engineering, founded in 1968 and headquartered in Anaheim, California, is a supplier of overhead material handling equipment. Their product range includes bridge cranes for lifting heavy objects, hoists for moving lighter loads, monorails for transporting materials along specific paths, and conveyors that move materials on continuous belts. Additionally, they offer custom-designed material handling systems tailored to meet the unique requirements. The company holds OSHA certification and a Class A contractor’s license.
GH Cranes Corporation is a manufacturer of hoists, cranes, and crane components, founded in 1958 and headquartered in Frankfort, Illinois. Some of the products offered by the company include overhead cranes, gantry cranes, marine jib cranes, industrial jib cranes, automotive marine gantry cranes, as well as industrial automotive gantry cranes, dry docks, motorized boat trailers, crane kits, end trucks and wheel heads, and transfer carts. These products are designed to provide intelligent lifting solutions for various industries.
Tractel, Inc. - Griphoist Division GUS, established in 1960 and based in Great Lakes, North America, is a manufacturer of material handling equipment and lifting solutions. The company specializes in producing grip hoist wire rope hoists, manual hoists, safety harnesses, roof anchors, and lifting accessories. These products find applications in confined spaces, electric power facilities, elevators, fire and rescue, and fire brigades. The company also works with distributors, rental partners, and direct company sales to reach customers worldwide.
Ace Crane Service, Inc. established in 1982 and based in Cudahy, California, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of industrial cranes, and overhead handling equipment. The company's comprehensive product lineup includes bridge cranes, workstation cranes, jib cranes, monorail systems, and gantry cranes. These products are vital for tasks like overhead lifting and material handling, catering to different sectors such as manufacturing, construction, warehousing, automotive, and aerospace. The company's services, from crane and hoist repairs to crane modernization.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tractel, Inc. - Griphoist Division GUS |
16.0%
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| 2 | Dearborn Overhead Crane, Inc. |
12.0%
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| 3 | Spider by BrandSafway |
12.0%
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| 4 | R&M Materials Handling, Inc. |
8.0%
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| 5 | GH Cranes & Components |
8.0%
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| 6 | Facilities Engineering |
8.0%
|
| 7 | Fulcrum Lifting |
4.0%
|
| 8 | CraneTech Inc. |
4.0%
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| 9 | Cincinnati Crane & Hoist |
4.0%
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| 10 | Commercial Group Lifting Products |
4.0%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the electric hoist page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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8 | 88.9% |
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Spain
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1 | 11.1% |
