Thanks to our expertise and proximity to the customer, we have developed electric chain hoists that can lift almost any type of load with a high degree of safety with fast or individually adapted lifting movements.
Demag DC chain hoists are electrically driven and can be moved electrically or manually by means of trolleys, depending on the application. In addition, a Demag electric chain hoist can of course also be operated in stationary position or on a crane.
High level safety with our electric chain hoists
Thanks to robust and proven electronic control, the electric chain hoists of our DC product line offer improved safety compared to conventional controls. Demag electric chain hoists satisfy at least Performance Level c and Category 2 to EN ISO 13849-1 for the safety-related functions specified in DIN EN 14492-2.
You can rely on our chain hoists to handle your load. The standard operating limit switches, 24 V contactor control and slipping clutch secure your load in every application.
Our classic Demag DH hoist unit is available in three sizes. A maximum load of 100 t can be lifted over a hook path of up to 104 metres. The electric rope hoist achieves particularly precise positioning thanks to its mechanical microspeed unit. Its space-saving planetary gear is protected inside the drum.
Our DS10 rope winches are designed for onshore and offshore installations and primarily offer solutions for the wind power industry. In wind turbines, for example, a winch can be used to lift maintenance material and transport the load into the nacelle with the appropriate lifting force. Using the electric rope winch, great heights of up to 180 m can be overcome quickly and efficiently without any problems.
Our combination of rope hoist and crane is optimised for your needs. The hoist or winch, rope and lifting force create an enormously efficient and reliable combination when used with our cranes and trolleys. The electric drive combined with our dynamic braking system ensures outstanding safety and reliability. That is innovative strength from Wetter.
Evolving innovations from Wetter
Rope hoists and chain hoists have been used to transport goods for over a century. The first motor winch was presented by Demag in 1900. The year 1912 saw the market launch of a crane with a separate electric drive for long-travel and lifting motions, and with it the type A electric rope hoist. Ever since then, Demag has continued to present innovative electric rope hoists and rope winches. For over 200 years, the company has stood for innovations from Wetter an der Ruhr. But why are hoist units needed?
All hoists have the same task: lifting a load with the appropriate lifting force. In combination with a trolley, the hoist can finally also move the load. With an electric trolley, the load can be very conveniently moved on the electric rope hoist by the operator. This facilitates many work processes and provides employees with enhanced ergonomics in their daily work.
At the end of the 19th century, cranes were still operated with steam; since 1912, electric rope hoists or electric rope winches have been used almost exclusively. The principle of lifting remains the same: a load is suspended with its weight on a load hook. The wire rope attached to the load hook is connected to an electrically driven motor via a rope drum, thus obtaining its lifting force. Depending on the size of the hoist unit, the rating of the motor and the length of the rope, the maximum lifting speed and lifting height as well as the maximum load capacity can vary.
Your solution from Demag
Take a look at our different rope hoist variants on the relevant product pages. There you can find out about the many different applications and see further material, such as our brochures and technical data. If you have any questions about our electric rope hoists and electric rope winches, need a price for the hoist in question or are looking for spare parts or accessories, please feel free to contact our crane experts.
