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Low Headroom Hoist

Compact wire rope hoists for buildings with restricted ceiling clearance — maximizes hook height in single girder cranes.

Low Headroom Monorail Hoist
Monorail Travelling Wheels
Gearbox
Lifting Motor
Low Profile Hook Block

Low Headroom Monorail Hoist

A low headroom hoist is the ideal solution for buildings with limited height. It maximizes space efficiency by allowing the hook to reach almost directly beneath the beam. Compared to a standard hoist, this design optimizes building height without compromising performance.

The offset drum design and compact configuration make these hoists perfect for retrofitting existing facilities or new constructions where ceiling height is at a premium. Available in capacities from 1.6 to 10 tons.

Low-Headroom Monorail Hoist Production
Low-Headroom Monorail Hoist Production
Low-Headroom Monorail Hoist Application
Low-Headroom Monorail Hoist Application

Key Features & Benefits

Rope Reeving designed as 4/1
Wheel loads valid for v ≈ 15 m/min with endurance of ~3600 hours
Maximizes hook approach to beam
Ideal for buildings with limited height
Offset drum configuration
FEM M5 / ISO 2m classification standard
Long travel speed of 30 m/min
Cross travel speed of 20 m/min

Technical Specifications

Capacity SWL (Ton) Serial Number Drum Diameter (mm) Wire Diameter (mm) Hook P Class Trolley Weight (kg) Lifting Speed (m/min) Lifting Motor Power (kW) Trolley Wheel Diameter (mm) Trolley Wheel Bearings Trolley Drive Motor Power (kW) End Truck Wheel Diameter (mm) End Truck Wheel Bearings Cross Travel Motor Power (kW)
1.6 WU-S 16 160 a8 Nr1 550 4 1.10 Ø100 6205-2RS 2 x 0,25 Ø130 6206 2x0,55
3.2 WU-S 32 160 8 Nr2.5 550 0.7-3.5 2.20 Ø100 6205-2RS 2 x 0,25 Ø130 6206 2x0,55
5 WU-S 50 220 10 Nr4 600 4 4 Ø130 6206-2RS 2 x 0,37 Ø160 6207 2x0,55
6.3 WU-S 63 220 12 Nr4 750 4.3 5.5 Ø160 6207-2RS 2 x 0,37 Ø200 6209 2x0,75
8 WU-S 80 270 14 Nr5 800 3.5 5.5 Ø160 6207-2RS 2 x 0,55 Ø300 6213 2x0,75
10 WU-S 100 270 14 Nr6 1000 3.5 7.5 Ø160 6207-2RS 2 x 0,55 Ø300 6213 2x1,1

The products specified in the table above are compatible with FEM M5 & ISO 2m standards.

Additional Information

  • The static test load is SWL × 1.25 / dynamic test load is SWL × 1.10
  • The products above have a lifting height between 6 and 12 meters
  • The products above have a long travel speed of 30 m/min & a cross travel speed of 20 m/min
  • Module and number of teeth to be stated with order. Tooth form according to DIN 867 without profile correction. Pressure angle 20 degree.

Explosion-Proof Wire Rope Hoists

Wimac explosion-proof hoists are ATEX certified for safe operation in hazardous environments where explosive gases, vapors, or dust may be present. Every component is designed and certified to prevent ignition sources in classified areas.

Our Ex-proof hoists comply with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and are available for Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, and Zone 22 applications. Ideal for oil & gas, chemical processing, pharmaceutical, and grain handling industries. With flameproof motor enclosures, increased safety junction boxes, and intrinsically safe control circuits, these hoists provide reliable lifting solutions in the most demanding hazardous environments.