All of our Electric chain hoists are manufactured to the highest standards for enhanced safety and long term reliability. We also install and maintain the hoists if required. Please see our advice notes for guidance in the selection of the right type and size of hoist to suit your particular requirements.
LINIAN thrive on problem solving and welcome your enquiries whether at the early stages of playing with ideas or at the urgent stage of project completion.
Whatever your hoisting application the chances are that LINIAN have done it before and forty years experience combined with a bang up to date understanding of modern engineering principles, materials and techniques guarantees the best and most cost effective hoisting solutions.
We also supply (and install if required) the full range of lifting equipment including Jib Cranes, Overhead Cranes, Runway Beams, etc.

What Are The Advantages Of Chain Hoists?
- Less expensive
- Lighter and smaller
- Require less maintenance
- Tolerate more abuse
- Chain can last up to 30 times longer than wire rope
- More allowance for side pulling
- True vertical lift
- Generally more suitable for loads up to 5 tonne at light to medium duty
- Particularly suitable for use on swing jib cranes
What Are The Advantages Of Wire Rope Hoists?
- Faster lifting speeds
- More suitable for loads over 5 tonne
- More suitable for heavy duty use and for extra long lift heights.
- Offer a wider array of customisation options.
Agents / distributors for all leading manufacturers
Agents / distributors for all leading manufacturers
- Demag Hoists
- Donati Hoists
- GIS Hoists
- Hadef Hoists
- Kito Hoists
- Kuli Hoists
- Liftket Hoists
- Misia Hoists
- Stahl Hoists
- SWF
- Verlinde Hoists
- Yale Hoists
Standard Electric Chain Hoist Features
include the following:
• Designed and Manufactured to Current British/European Standards.
• Tested and Certified in accordance with LOLER (1998).
• Easy Installation & Maintenance.
• Overload Protection by slipping clutch.
• Automatic Hoist Braking (fail-safe) in case of power failure.
• Single Speed or Dual Speed (normal & creep) Hoist & Travel Motors for additional safety and
ease of precise load positioning.
• 400v Three Phase or 110v/220v Single Phase Power Supply
• Control by Low Voltage (42v) Pendant Push Button Box (IP65) incorporating emergency stop
button.
• Hook/ Eye Fixed Suspension or Manual/Power Travel Trolley
• Enclosure Protection to IP55 (Dust & Water Resistant)
• Load Hook (swivels 360°) fitted with spring loaded safety catch.
• Case Hardened and Zinc Plated Load Chains
• Superior Paint Finish
• Slack Chain Collecting Bag/Box.
Optional Electric Chain Extras include the
following:
- Adjustable Upper & Lower Electrical Limits either as safety limits or working limits.
- Travel Limits for hoists that traverse beams.
- Additional Control Stations such as wall mounted boxes and can be key isolated.
- Explosion Proofing – Spark Proofing (Ex), for hazardous environments such as petro-chemical
and off-shore.- Other voltages and power supplies.
- Radio Remote Control (with pendant back-up).
- Extra Fast or Extra Slow Speeds.
- Extra Long Height of Lift
- Tropicalization.
- Motor Thermal Protection.
- Stainless Steel Load Chains & Components.
- Customised for Outdoor Use including corrosion resistance and marine paint.
- Customised for Clean Room and Food Factory Use.
- Low Headroom Models for confined areas and to maximise the clear height of lift.
- Special Designs & Configurations.
- Power Feed Systems, cable festoons and conductor bars.
- Lifting Attachments (all types)
All Hoists are Supplied with Test Certificate, CE Certificate, Operating & Maintenance Manual, Wiring Diagram.