There are significant differences between operational chain hoists (chain type lifting equipment) and manual hoists in narrow spaces (such as manual cantilever cranes) in terms of structure, operation mode, applicable scenarios, and safety inspection focus, as follows:

1、 Structural differences

Running chain hoist

Track dependency: It needs to be fixed on the track and driven by a chain wheel to achieve heavy lifting and horizontal movement, suitable for lifting operations on straight or curved tracks.

Core components: composed of a chain, sprocket, braking device, motor (electric type) or manual operating mechanism (manual type). The chain is usually made of high-strength alloy steel material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant.

Design features: Compact structure, high precision of chain and sprocket coordination, smooth operation, but track installation requires a certain amount of space.

Small space manual hoist (such as manual cantilever crane)

Space adaptability: With a cantilever as the core structure, the cantilever can rotate (usually 180 ° -360 °), covering a fixed range of work areas without the need for tracks, suitable for places with limited space.

Core components: composed of columns, cantilevers, and manual hoists (including chains or wire ropes). The manual hoist controls the lifting and lowering of heavy objects by manually pulling the chain.

Design features: Simple structure, columns fixed to the ground or wall, cantilever flexible rotation, but the load-bearing range is usually small (mostly 1-5 tons).

2、 Differences in operating methods

Running chain hoist

Horizontal movement: Relying on the track to achieve horizontal transportation of heavy objects, it is necessary to control the chain wheel or motor to drive the chain to move along the track.

Vertical lifting: Heavy objects can be lifted and lowered by winding or releasing the chain. The electric type can be remotely controlled, while the manual type requires manual operation.

Operational complexity: It is necessary to control both horizontal and vertical movements simultaneously, which requires high skills from the operators.

Small space manual hoist

Horizontal movement: By rotating the cantilever, heavy objects can move horizontally within a fixed range without the need for tracks, making the operation more flexible.

Vertical lifting: relies on the chain or steel wire rope of a manual hoist to lift heavy objects, with moderate manual operation force, in line with ergonomics.

Operational complexity: Simple to operate, only requiring control of cantilever rotation and hoist lifting, suitable for single person operation.

3、 Differences in applicable scenarios

Running chain hoist

Typical scenario:

Material handling on production lines (such as automotive manufacturing, mechanical processing workshops);

Vertical and horizontal transportation of warehouse goods (requiring track support);

Installation and maintenance of large equipment (such as mines and construction sites).

Advantages: Suitable for high-frequency and large-scale lifting operations, with high efficiency, but requiring reserved space for track installation.

Small space manual hoist

Typical scenario:

Small machinery factories and auto repair workshops (such as dismantling engines and transmissions);

Corner of warehouse or narrow cargo yard (such as handling heavy pallets);

Maintenance work (such as lifting heavy objects to a suitable height for maintenance).

Advantages: No need for electricity, high flexibility, suitable for scenarios with limited space and low lifting frequency.

4、 Differences in Safety Inspection and Protection Focus

Running chain hoist

Daily inspection:

Chain wear condition (broken strands, rust, elongation);

Precision of sprocket and track fit (ensuring smooth operation);

Sensitivity of braking device (preventing heavy objects from falling);

Electrical system (electric type requires inspection of circuit connections and controllers).

Operating standards:

Overloading is strictly prohibited (use according to rated load);

Avoid diagonal pulling and hanging (to prevent uneven force on the chain);

Regularly clean up track debris (to prevent jamming or derailment).

Small space manual hoist

Daily inspection:

The firmness of the connection between the cantilever and the column (high-strength bolts or specially designed joints);

Wear condition of manual hoist chain/wire rope;

Reliability of braking device (ensuring that heavy objects can stop at any height);

Lubrication condition of cantilever rotating bearings (to prevent jamming).

Operating standards:

Overloading is strictly prohibited (use according to rated load);

Avoid standing under the cantilever (to prevent accidental falls);

Keep the operating area flat (to prevent equipment from tipping over).

The main equipment produced by Hebei Makita: stage electric hoist, electric chian hoist, wire rope electric hoist，Hand chain hoist, lever hoist, pneumatic hoist and other lifting equipment