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Electric chain hoists use a load chain as the lifting medium. The load chain is pulled by a motor that converts electrical energy to mechanical energy used to lift the load.

Electric chain hoists offer the best option for lifting 5-tons or less.  When selecting an electric hoist you need to determine the voltage or power supply (single phase or 3-phase), capacity, lift (length of chain), suspension (hook, geared trolley, motorized trolley), pendant control length (length of push button controller), duty cycle, hoist speed, trolley speed, and beam size.  Electric chain hoists can also be configured with a weatherproofing option for the use of the hoist in an outdoor.