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Electric Chain Hoists

An electric chain hoist provides a fast, efficient, and safer solution when using cranes to raise and lower objects. Spanco is pleased to introduce the new Workmate™ line of electric chain hoists available for our Gantry, Workstation, and Jib overhead crane models.

Electric chain hoists are the most popular powered hoist solution. They make moving heavy objects easy by providing simple, efficient operation. With lift heights ranging from 10 to 20 feet, the Workmate can meet the needs of a wide range of applications. You can purchase these electric hoists with all applicable Spanco products.

Options & Components

Options

Available with capacities of 1/4-Ton, 1/2-Ton, 1-Ton, 2-Ton, 3-Ton, 4-Ton and 5-Ton
Lift heights from 10′ to 20′ in one-foot increments
230V or 460V, 60 Hz, 3-phase power
110V or 230V, 60 Hz, single-phase power
Hook or eyebolt suspension mounting methods
Push-button pendant

Benefits of Workmate Electric Hoist

Incorporating the Workmate into your material handling processes can offer numerous advantages, including:

Convenience: The Workmate enables you to bundle cranes and hoists into one fully integrated unit, providing a self-contained business solution. Everything arrives at once, reducing shipping hassles and costs.
Competitive prices: These chain hoists are surprisingly affordable — you can stay well within your equipment budget. With enhanced performance and increased productivity, you get an excellent long-term return on investment.
Quality: The Workmate’s superior design and construction withstand the rigors of heavy use in the most challenging material handling environments.
Simple handling and usage: The compact, lightweight design allows your work crews to install, transport, and maneuver these chain hoists easily. The naturally balanced weight ensures a smoother operating process.
Reliable operation: Like all Spanco products, the Workmate features an innovative design and solid construction, enabling you to create a more productive and safer work environment. The hoist meets all applicable MMA, ANSI, OSHA, and CMAA standards and guidelines.
Two-year warranty: Spanco electric hoists come with a warranty period of two years or 4,000 hours beginning at the date of purchase. Your company will have protection against materials and daily usage, giving you extra peace of mind.

Additional Information

Overview

Components

Warnings

Inspect entire system annually or more frequently as defined by OSHA 1910.179. Inspection must be performed by a qualified person. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
Never attempt to work on or adjust the electrical functions of this system unless you are a certified industrial electrician.
Working on or adjusting the electrical functions of this system by anyone other than a certified industrial electrician will void the warranty.
Never use a crane as electrical ground. A separate ground wire and ground path is required for all electrical installations.
Read and understand the Operation Manual before operating this equipment.
OSHA Lock-out Tag-out procedures must be followed before performing any adjustments or maintenance on this equipment.
Never transport humans with any power drive.
Never operate this system without all safety guards in place.
Never modify power drive system or system components without express written consent from Spanco.
Unauthorized modification of this system will void the warranty.
Never operate a power drive without end stops installed on tracks.
Never side load a power drive.
All unusual noises and unusual drive operations must be immediately identified and corrected.

Standards

General Design Standards:

Spanco cranes are designed in conformance with the following applicable standards:

Workstation Bridge Cranes: AISC Steel Construction Manual, OSHA 1910.179, ANSI B30.11, AWS D1.1/D1.6, and MMA MH27.2
Gantry Cranes: AISC Steel Construction Manual, OSHA 1910.179, ANSI B30.11, AWS D1.1/D1.2/D1.6, and CMAA 74
Jib Cranes: AISC Steel Construction Manual, OSHA 1910.179, ANSI B30.11, AWS D1.1/D1.6, and CMAA 74

All Spanco cranes have a design factor of 15% of the allowable capacity for the weight of the hoist and 25% for impact.

Fabrication Standards:

All welding performed during the manufacturing of Spanco cranes meets the following American Welding Society’s (AWS) standards: D1.2 for aluminum and D1.1 for steel.

Spanco is officially certified as an AWS Certified Welding Fabricator (CWF). This certification means that not only are all welders AWS Certified, but all processes and procedures adhere to AWS CWF requirements. Examples of requirements include annual calibration of all welding machines and Level 2 visual inspections on all load-bearing components.

Material Standards:

All aluminum used in the manufacturing of Spanco cranes meet ASTM International specification ASTM B308 for 6061-T6 aluminum.

All steel used in the manufacturing of Spanco cranes meets the following applicable ASTM International specifications:

Structural Steel Shapes: ASTM A-36
Structural Steel Pipes: ASTM A-53 Grade B
Structural Square and Rectangular Steel Tubing: ASTM A-500 Grade B

Steel plate and round bar used in Spanco cranes have minimum yield strengths of 36 KSI

Surface Preparation & Painting Procedures:

Spanco adheres to the standards of the Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) for all product surface preparation. Prior to painting, all Spanco crane components are deburred and descaled using power tools equipped with sanding discs and wire wheels. Components are then washed utilizing a high-pressure/high-temperature biodegradable degreaser solution. Parts are wiped clean and allowed to dry before the painting process. During painting, all components surfaces are coated with a quick drying, semi-gloss enamel, applied to a minimum dry-film thickness of 2 to 3 mils. A finishing coat is applied with a hot, airless, electrostatic spray paint system. Painted components are cured at air temperature.

Deflection Guidelines:

The following guidelines for deflection and stress are followed by Spanco engineers during the crane design process:

Workstation Bridge Cranes: All models are designed to approximately L/450
Jib Cranes: Freestanding (100, 101, and 102 Series), Mast Style (200 and 201 Series), Wall-Mounted Cantilever (300 Series), Articulating (400, 401, and 402 Series), and Foundationless models (600 and 605 Series) are designed to approximately L/150; Wall-Mounted Bracket (301 Series) models are designed to approximately L/600 at midspan
Workstation Jib Cranes: Wall-Mounted (WC Series) models are designed to approximately L/225; Freestanding (FR Series) models are designed to approximately L/150
Gantry Cranes: All steel series models are designed to approximately L/600; Aluminum models are designed to approximately L/450

Quality Standards:

Spanco is an ISO 9001:2015 Registered corporation. This means that Spanco cranes are manufactured to standards ensuring safety, reliability, and the highest quality. Spanco’s ISO designation also allows for continuous improvement based on customer feedback.

Warranty

Spanco, Inc. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship as follows:

Manual Systems & Equipment: Ten Years
Motorized Systems & Equipment: Two Year
Paint & Finishes for Non-Aluminum Components: Two Years

Two-Year Warranty Coverage:

Paint coatings and finishes for non-aluminum components

Spanco, Inc. warrants its paint and finishes for a period of two (2) years. Warranty claims related to coatings must be accompanied by documentation of the product’s application and environmental conditions from time of delivery to time of claim.

WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS

All warranty claims must be approved by Spanco before any work is performed. Spanco’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of Spanco products at the factory or separate location approved by Spanco. Other than the above mentioned warranty, Spanco will not honor any other warranties—whether expressed, implied, or statutory—and disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Spanco has the right to reject any warranty claim due to harsh and/or inappropriate environmental conditions.

Spanco Is Not Liable for:

Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages including lost profits, operating costs, loss of production, or travel expenses
Components or accessories not manufactured by Spanco
Defective equipment or system failure caused by misuse, negligence, and improper installation or maintenance
Equipment that has been used in excess of its rated capacity or beyond its service factors
Equipment that has been altered without Spanco’s written authorization
Damage incurred by freight carriers
Any loss, injury, or damage to persons or property resulting from failure or defective operation of material or equipment

Reimbursement Disclaimer:

Written notice of any claimed system defect must be given to Spanco within ninety (90) days of shipment.
All requests for reimbursement must be accompanied by proper documentation.
Reimbursement is provided in the form of a credit unless otherwise approved by Spanco management.
Reimbursement for labor will be provided at a maximum rate of $75 per hour.
All reimbursement is subject to approval by Spanco management.