The Demag DC Chain Hoist Product Family
For more than two decades, the Demag DC chain hoist line has been the trusted choice for customers seeking enhanced safety, ergonomic design, and unwavering reliability. Each model in the DC chain hoist family boasts a set of unparalleled standard features in the market. What's more, we offer the most extensive range of options available, ensuring that DC chain hoists can fulfill virtually any lifting requirement. Whether you represent a large corporation or have a limited budget, rest assured that you're investing in a top-quality product. All DC chain hoists are rated either H4 heavy duty or FEM 2M, providing peace of mind regardless of your organization's size or financial constraints.
Safety As Standard
Safety is a priority in Demag DC chain hoists. Safety features are incorporated as standard in all our models. Each hoist operates at a 24V control voltage, ensuring exceptionally safe operation. The inclusion of an operating limit switch for both the highest and lowest hook positions adds an extra layer of security. Furthermore, a monitored slip clutch guards against severe overloads. These features work harmoniously to make lifting operations as safe as possible.
By replacing manual lifting processes with DC electric chain hoists, you not only enhance safety but also improve the ergonomics of your operations. Studies have shown that effective ergonomic interventions can reduce the physical strain of manual material handling. Our control pendant cables are easily adjustable to accommodate the preferences of each operator without the need for complex wiring adjustments. The ergonomic push buttons feature gentle actuation force, prioritizing operator comfort.
Easy Installation and Maintenance
Demag DC chain hoists are designed to be user-friendly, both for installation and maintenance. Installation is a breeze, thanks to suspension eye mounts and easy connect trolleys that are easy to set up. Plug-and-play electrical connections simplify the setup process and the replacement of key components, such as pendants or electric trolleys, ensuring minimal downtime.
Maintenance is also a straightforward with DC chain hoists. An elapsed operating time counter makes it easy to determine when maintenance tasks are due. Integrated diagnostic interfaces allow for quick diagnosis of error codes. Moreover, the gearbox and slipping clutch are maintenance-free for up to 10 years, while the brake can last for 5 years or more, depending on usage. The design of the speed-monitoring braking and clutch system ensures not only safety but also a reliable, long service life.
Choosing the DC Chain Hoist Solution for You
Integrating new or replacement lifting equipment into your facility can significantly enhance safety and efficiency. DC chain hoists can revolutionize load lifting and movement, making it ergonomic and eliminating the need for manual lifting. Demag DC Electric Chain Hoists are available in capacities up to 11,000 pounds, offering a cost-effective lifting solution within this capacity range when compared to alternatives like wire rope hoists.
Consult our buyer's guide to pinpoint the DC chain hoist that aligns with your requirements. Reach out to our experts for further guidance or connect with one of our authorized dealers to configure your chain hoist using our Chain Hoist Designer tool.
The Demag DC Chain Hoist Buyer’s Guide
Step 1: Start With Capacity
The DC chain hoist product line comprises seven different capacity model chain hoists, each packed with features and sized to meet your requirements. We stock DC chain hoists in the US in the following capacity ratings: 275 pounds, 550 pounds, 1,100 pounds, 2,200 pounds, 4,400 pounds, 7,000 pounds, and 11,000 pounds. DC chain hoists can easily adapt to any capacity rating, catering to your unique needs. The capacity range you choose will play a crucial role in addressing the specific challenges of your application.
Step 2: Determine Available Power Supply Options
Demag electric chain hoists offer a broad supply voltage range, encompassing most 3-phase supply voltages used globally. For the USA and Canadian markets, we stock hoists suitable for the most common industrial 3-phase voltage supplies. Whether it's 208V, 220-240V/3/60Hz, 440-480V/3/60Hz, or 575V/3/60Hz, we've got you covered. If your project demands variable speed, our Demag DCS chain hoists can run on a wide range of voltages and frequencies, accommodating various requirements.
Step 3: Find Your Required Lift Height
In the USA and Canada, we offer chain hoists with lifting heights of 16 feet, 5 inches, meeting the majority of industrial needs. For even higher lifting requirements, our most popular chain hoist models feature a lifting height of 26 feet. Demag goes above and beyond by providing solutions for applications with hoists that must reach as high as 600 feet, such as those in the building or wind power generation industry. Rest assured, Demag can cater to extreme lift height demands.
Our DC chain hoists are readily available on the shelf, fully equipped with the chain and chain container. This means we can supply the most common models promptly. Additionally, many Demag distribution partners across the US and Canada stock Demag chain hoists, further reducing delivery times and shipping costs.
Step 4: Determine Your Suspension Solution
Demag DC chain hoists offer flexibility when it comes to suspension. They can be used with either a fixed mount or suspended from various types and brands of trolleys. Our standard suspension bracket simplifies installation, serving as both a lug and a hook, ensuring safety and security during setup. Demag trolleys are designed for I-beams or wide flange beams with flange widths of up to 19.68 inches. Universal trolley wheels ensure smooth travel and minimal rolling resistance for push/pull manual trolleys.
For situations requiring motorized trolleys, you can easily add a motor to your manual trolley, providing steady travel with smooth acceleration and deceleration. Travel speeds can be adjusted to match your application's exact needs. Motorized trolleys feature integrated control systems that are plug-and-play, simplifying the setup process.
When suspending a DC chain hoist from an Enclosed Track system, like Demag KBK Cranes, our chain hoists are adaptable to meet your requirements. Whether you have our industry-leading KBK Enclosed Track System or another brand of enclosed track system, our chain hoists integrate seamlessly.
Step 5: Choose the Control You Need
Demag DC chain hoists come equipped with an ergonomic DSC pendant for controlling up and down lifting motions. When you need to control the movements of the trolley and bridge, Demag offers the ergonomic DSE-10 pendant. Switching between the two is a breeze – just unplug the DSC pendant and plug in the DSE-10. Our quick plug-and-lift controls eliminate the need for time-consuming wiring adjustments.
Furthermore, DC hoists can be equipped with a variety of other pendants and radio controls from Demag or other manufacturers, providing endless possibilities. Demag offers unique pendant options that can enhance productivity in various industrial applications. The ergonomic Manulift handle puts control directly in the operator's hand, integrating the pendant and hook with rocker switches that can be controlled with the operator's thumb. The handle is versatile, usable with either hand and ideal for lifting and positioning smaller loads within the operator's comfortable reach. Demag stocks Manulift units up to 550 pounds locally for quick delivery in the USA and Canada, with capacities of up to 1,100 pounds available for order from the factory.
Similar to the Manulift handle, the DCBS electric balancer is suitable for loads up to 550 pounds. The DCBS handle and sensors detect even the slightest movements of the operator's hand and translate them into precise up/down movement. Floating loads is a breeze with the DCBS, whether using the grip or both hands on the load.
Step 6: Choose Lifting Speed
Demag leads the industry with the fastest and most extensive range of lifting speeds. You can choose from our standard two-speed model hoists for added precision at low speeds or opt for the extreme precision offered by our stepless variable speed hoists. We even offer industry-leading lifting speeds of up to 100 feet per minute, making them ideal for very fast, high-production environments or for exceptionally long lifting heights.
Step 7: Determine Your Headroom Needs
The standard Demag DC hoist boasts a low-profile design, ensuring ample headroom to fit into buildings and locations with low ceilings. This profile can be further reduced by using an optional low headroom trolley.
Step 8: Integration with External Controls
Chain hoists are just one component of your lifting system. When adding a chain hoist to an existing jib crane or overhead bridge crane with motorized travel, or even custom grippers, it's essential to integrate the hoist with existing electric controls. The first step is understanding the control voltage of your existing power system. Next, determine how the hoist and travel motions will be controlled. In most cases, all these motions can be controlled from the same pendant, radio, or PLC. Demag offers several control interface panels that can suit nearly any situation, simplifying the integration process.
Step 9: Additional Options
Demag chain hoists offer the most extensive range of options in the industry. We have solutions to meet nearly any special condition, whether your DC chain hoist will operate in hot or cold temperatures or corrosive environments. All chain hoists are standard IP55 outdoor rated and have a durable powder coat for extreme durability in various environments.
Moreover, as your needs evolve, our DC chain hoists are designed to adapt. We offer synchronized lifting of multiple hooks, automation, and much more. When automated control is required, our DC chain hoist solution can seamlessly integrate with a PLC and be equipped with encoders, geared limit switches, and other components to meet your automation needs.
When the need arises for a chain hoist solution to meet your lifting needs, the Demag DC chain hoist product family is your answer. It's designed to cater to a wide range of lifting requirements, offering not only standard features but also the option to add specialized end tooling and grippers for enhanced safety and efficiency. Our authorized dealer network in the US and Canada is ready to assist you in integrating existing custom tooling or designing new tooling to optimize your processes. Get in touch with us today to discuss your needs and explore how Demag DC Chain Hoists can meet your requirements.
