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Some people use the words 'winch' and 'hoist' interchangeably, but there is a difference between the two, and it's important to understand that difference before you decide which product to use for a certain job.
The basic difference is as follows:
Winches are designed to pull loads horizontally across a relatively level surface, whereas hoists can be used to lift loads vertically and suspend them in mid-air.
Important: If you're pulling a load up a steep slope - where the load would descend the slope due to gravity if unsupported - this is classified as a lifting operation and requires the use of a hoist, not a winch.
Generally speaking, no. It is not safe to use a standard winch to lift loads up off the ground, as it wasn't designed for this purpose and there is a risk that the load will be dropped.
One of the key differences between winches and hoists lies in their braking systems.
However, there is some overlap: certain winching products are designed to double up as hoists. For instance, SafetyLiftinGear's Electric Winch (available in 110 volt or 240 volt configurations) can be used as a winch with a pulling capacity of 800kg...or as a hoist with a lifting capacity of 500kg.
Now that you know the difference between hoists and winches, use the following links to buy or hire the product you need:
Hoists & Other Lifting Equipment
Winches
Any other questions? Get in touch with the SafetyLiftinGear team!
We are proud to now be distributors of KONG Climbing, Rope Access, and Height Safety products! Based in Italy, KONG have been producing top-quality height safety and climbing equipment since 1830, they're known for their excellent products which is why we now supply their equipment.
They supply innovative and revolutionary designed products that make all your working at height tasks much easier and safer. We only ever supply products from high-quality manufacturers who create products to the highest standards. These products give our already extensive range of Rope Access and Height Safety products a massive boost, you can now browse through even more of our specialist products.
If you're interested in seeing our range of KONG climbing and rope access equipment you can click here. We have a fantastic range that is suited to fit a range of different applications so you should be able to find what you need. Or to learn more about some of the products we supply and why they are so revolutionary, keep reading.
Kong Back-up Fall Arrester
This revolutionary KONG fall arrested can follow the operator in both directions and stop the potential fall that anyone working at height is at risk of.
KONG Duck Rope Clamp
This innovative emergency rope clamp is the first and only clamp that also works on flat and tubular slings from 10 to 15mm.
KONG Frog Connector
This frog connector uses a revolutionary design that allows it to use an automatic clamping action that engages when it touches the anchor point.
KONG Futura Hand Ascender Right Hand
This right-hand ascender is small enough to sit comfortably in a hand allowing you grab the product as if you were grabbing the actual rope.
KONG Heavy Duty 60kN Screwgate Karabiner
This is one of the strongest connectors in the world with 60kN load being able to lift around 6 cars! You can reply on this high tensile carbon steel carabiner.
KONG Ovalone DNA Twistlock Karabiner
A special "helical-shaped" connector with a twisted carbon steel body means it is ideal when dealing with an "offset" load.
If you have any questions about our new KONG range we are more than happy to help, feel free to get in touch with our friendly team. If you need advice on which products best suit your project, contact us today.
If you're in need of hydraulic cylinders you'll be excited to learn we have reduced the prices of our clearance stock even further!
Visit our Hydraulics Special Offers page to shop discounted hydraulics! Exciting deal for anyone who needs a hydraulic cylinder. All of our cylinders get tested prior to dispatch and come with a 12-month warranty!
Hydraulic cylinders are great for lifting heavy loads safely and easily. They use a linear motion for a range of applications - anything that may require lifting or pushing. Hydraulic cylinders are frequently used in manufacturing and construction environments where with lifting and pushing movement of heavy items is used regularly.
If you have any questions about our Hydraulic cylinders feel free to get in touch. We are always more than happy to advise you on your projects, so if you need some more information about any of the products we provide please do not hesitate to contact us today.
Moving heavy goods is difficult at the best of times, but this is particularly hard when a flight of stairs is involved. If you've ever had to move heavy goods up or down the stairs you'll know what a pain it can be trying to work out the logistics of the job.
This is also one of the most dangerous parts of any lifting job as the stairs create an additional risk to the person carrying out the job and damaging the goods themselves. Luckily, we want to provide you with a solution to all your lifting jobs, which is why we are introducing our Electric Stair Climbing Sack Truck!
This 150kg electric powered sack truck is ideal for carrying furniture, household appliances, and other large items up and down the stairs safely. This means it is the ideal piece of equipment for hospitals, libraries, shopping centers, construction, removal companies and many more industries. This makes moving goods far more efficient as well as drastically reducing the risk of injury.
Some of the benefits of this electric stair climber are:
If you have any questions about our new electric stair climber or about any of our other products feel free to get in touch. We are always more than happy to help with any inquiry so contact us today.
At SafetyLiftinGear we always aim to offer a lifting solution to match all of our customer's requirements, which is exactly why we continue to expand our range of products. This time we have added products to our popular range of hydraulic cylinders, now our product range is suitable for those looking to lift 150 tonnes and 200 tonnes.
Previously we only stocked hydraulic cylinders that were capable of moving 100 tonne weights, which is why we are so pleased to add even more specialist products for high capacity lifting/jacking.
Our hydraulic cylinders are helpful in a range of industrial applications. Whether you need to push, pull or lift, our hydraulic cylinders are capable of the job. Their durable design allows them to be used day after day and always perform perfectly. To see our new, heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders, see the links below:
150 tonne x 100mm Hydraulic Cylinder
150 tonne x 150mm Hydraulic Cylinder
200 tonne x 100mm Hydraulic Cylinder
200 tonne x 150mm Hydraulic Cylinder
Heavy-duty hydraulic hand pump
We also supply a range of manual hand pumps to operate the cylinders. We had to expand this collection too to accommodate our new hydraulic cylinder range. Our hydraulic hand pumps have a large release valve handle for controlling lead decent and 2 speeds so they can be used for high and low-pressure projects. This hand pump is compatible with the hydraulic cylinders above!
If you can't seem to find the combination of products you need for your lifting project than you always talk to us about your requirements. If you're wondering what other hydraulic cylinders we offer you can read our blog post here. If you ever need to ask our expert advice about lifting equipment, you can contact us here today.
We've had some bitterly cold weather in the UK this week - the Met Office have issued amber weather warnings in several parts of the country, and many people's travel plans have been massively disrupted by the snow.
Today, we'd like to announce a rather timely addition to our product range: snow plough attachments for forklift trucks!
These sturdy galvanised blades can be mounted on the forks of your truck and used to move snow out of the way. This attachment is ideal for those who don't have access to a real snow plough and don't wish to shovel the snow themselves - it's great for clearing car parks, access roads, and any other site where snow could present an inconvenience during a cold snap.
Our plough attachment is available in 3 different blade sizes:
The plough attachments are available to buy or hire - click here to browse all options.
Looking for other forklift attachments? Be sure to visit our sister site PalleTrucks-Trolleys.com!
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