A quick review of Budgit hoists, what happened to them, and what options you have for replacing them.  The History of Budgit The Budgit ManGuard electric chain hoist was one of the most popular off-the-shelf low headroom hoists ever manufactured. The Budgit hoist was first introduced in 1935 by the Shaw-Box Crane & Hoist Company out of Muskegon, Michigan. The Budgit hoist line went through a number of ownership changes up until 1996 when the Columbus McKinnon corporation acquired both Budgit and Yale hoists.  What Separated Budgit from other Hoist Offerings The Budgit ManGuard was special in design for two reasons....

CM Lodestar electric chain hoists are renowned for their durability and versatility. One of the key factors contributing to their flexibility in various applications is the range of control options available. In this article, we will delve into the various control options for CM Lodestar hoists, each tailored to specific needs and preferences. Understanding these control options can help you optimize your lifting operations for efficiency and safety.   Pendant Controls: Overview: Pendant controls are the most common and widely used control option for CM Lodestar hoists. They consist of a handheld pendant with buttons or switches that allow operators...

What is the headroom for a Coffing JLC2016 hoist? I get this question often, so I figured I would share some dimensional drawings here. The Coffing JLC2016 offers a variety of suspension options.  JLC2016 - Hook Mount Suspension  The most commonly purchased JLC is the Hook Mount version. Customers purchasing the hook mount version generally already own a push/pull trolley or a beam clamp by which the hoist will hang from.    As we can see above, the hook mounted chain hoist has a hook to hook headroom of 18-1/8". This amount should be added to the overall clearance needed. If...