RCB Ex-certified Spark-resistant Hand Chain Hoists

September 21, 2016

Harrington Hoists Inc. has introduced its RCB Ex-certified spark-resistant hand chain hoists and RPT/RGT manual push and geared trolleys. These products are manufactured with materials that will reduce risk of sparks produced by impact or friction in heavy-duty industrial applications. The hoists and trolleys are Ex certified to level Ex II 2G c IIB T4 and Ex II 2D c 135° C and are in compliance with the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU. The line is offered in rated capacities of ½, 1, 2 and 3 Ton.

Spark-resistant features include: copper plated load hook, stainless steel hand chain, nickel-plated DIN load chain, rubber trolley bumpers, and solid bronze trolley wheels on ½ - 2 Ton models; bronze plated trolley wheels on 3 Ton models.

Standard hoist features include: all-steel hoist construction for extreme durability, overload limiter, low headroom and lightweight design and a limited number of parts for easy maintenance. Trolleys are adjustable to fit any flange width and have contoured wheels to fit tapered and flat flanged beams.

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