ELECTRIC Wire Rope Hoists

Liftsafe offers many different brands, capacities, lifts, and options for electric wire rope hoists. Wire rope hoists are ideal for construction, maintenance, and industrial applications with exceptional durability and reliability. Our specialists are here to help find the right wire rope hoist for your facility or customize a solution for unique applications.

Products

GH wire rope hoists

GH wire rope hoists, for bridge, gantry and semi-gantry cranes, single and double girder, and other types of applications. These wire rope hoists incorporate frequency inverters to their hoist and cross travel movement as a standard feature. This feature also prevents hazardous swing, improves motor protection and extends the working life of the motors and other crane mechanisms, resulting in decreased maintenance costs. The range of GH hoists can be customized for your specific facility requirements.

Stahl SH Series

STAHL crane systems are known for quality, reliability and performance. Their products are used in standard, custom and explosion-proof cranes and lifting systems in industries ranging from metals production to mining and offshore oil and gas. STAHL wire rope hoists are compact, powerful and particularly maintenance-friendly. You can rely on their industry-leading engineering expertise to create products that meet your facility requirements.

Yale YK Series

Yale hoists have a reputation for superior performance, low maintenance, and longevity in heavy-duty applications. Yale hoists are highly customizable hoist and can be optimized for your specific application requirements. Yale represents one of the most popular brands in the material handling industry, with users specifying it for applications ranging from offshore oil platforms to pulp and paper production. Known for a wide range of wire rope products, the Yale brand stands for top quality and performance.

Yale Cable King Series

Yale Cable King electric wire rope hoists are synonymous with superior performance, low maintenance demands, and remarkable longevity, particularly in heavy-duty applications. Drawing from years of engineering expertise, these hoists incorporate time-tested design elements alongside innovative advancements. The outcome is a hoist line that meets Yale’s stringent standards for dependability and durability, offering enhanced capabilities for longer lifts and increased capacities. With a Yale electric wire rope hoist, you can expect a solution tailored to your needs, delivering unparalleled value for your investment.

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Key features

Customized Systems

Tailored solutions designed to fit the unique needs of your workspace.

In-House Expertise

Design, engineering, fabrication, installation, and inspection all under one roof.

24/7 Support

Round-the-clock crane inspection and maintenance services available.

Certified Quality

Built with top-grade components that meet CMAA and CSA standards.

Expert Craftsmanship

CWB-certified welders ensure precision and strict quality control.

Cost-Effective Solutions

Engineered for performance without compromising your budget.

Enhanced Productivity

Optimize your workflow with efficient material handling systems.

Preventative Maintenance

Stay compliant and avoid downtime with proactive maintenance plans.

DOWNLOADS

Document	Format	Link
Resource Guide	PDF	Download
Inspections Catalogue	PDF	Download
The Crane Fabrication Process at Liftsafe	Article	Click to read
CSA B167-16 (Crane and Hoist Compliance)	Article	Click to read

Regulations in Canada

Regulation
AISC Steel Construction Manual
OSHA 1910.179
ANSI B30.11
AWS D1.1/D1.6
CMAA 74

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Specifications

Feature	GH Hoist	STAHL SH Series	Yale YK Hoist	Yale Cable King Hoist
Design	Robust, compact, clean, modular, bolted structure	Compact, U-shape, modular	Compact, easy to maintain	Heavy-duty, faster lifting speeds
Gear Material	Rectified cemented material	Lifetime lubrication in oil bath	N/A	N/A
Load Cell	Four-gauge pin type	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cable Material	Steel with plastic injection	N/A	N/A	N/A
Connectivity	Cabinets with COREBOX, datalogger	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrical Components	Top of the range commercial components (Schneider, Weidmüller, etc.)	N/A	N/A	Flux Vector hoist control, AC-disc-type motor brake, etc.
Safety Features	High-capacity braking resistance, elevated encoder position, overspeed for small loads	Tried-and-tested closed rope guide, easily accessible brake and drum	Precision engineered for safety	Weston screw-and-disc type load brake, upper and lower geared limit switch, etc.
Maintenance	Simplified maintenance, easy rope replacement	Drum freely accessible, gear steps with lifetime lubrication	Compact and easy to maintain	Heavy-duty service, long-term reliability

PROJECTS

Heavy-Duty Crane Systems for SW Ontario Manufacturer

A SW Ontario manufacturer approached Liftsafe with the need for high-capacity lifting systems to support high-volume, multi-shift production. The project required safe and efficient handling of critical components while maintaining strict uptime and scheduling demands, with a strong emphasis on safety, precision operation, and long-term serviceability.

Fast-Track Overhead Crane Installation for Automotive Manufacturer

Liftsafe rapidly performed on-site measurements and provided a same-day quote. Through strong coordination and detailed planning, the 5-ton overhead crane was engineered and installed on time to support the customer’s automotive manufacturing process

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Custom Overhead Crane Systems for Electrical Transformer Manufacturing

A series of fully integrated overhead crane and runway systems were installed to support critical stages of the transformer manufacturing process. The systems enable safe, controlled, and precise lifting of large cores, tanks, and assemblies, improving workflow efficiency, protecting high-value components, and supporting consistent production quality, all while maintaining a strong focus on worker safety and regulatory compliance.

Six Ergonomic Workstation Cranes for Curtain Wall Manufacturer

Liftsafe designed and installed six custom ergonomic workstation crane systems featuring custom grabs, and precision hoists for a leading curtain wall manufacturer.