Yale YK Wire Rope Hoist

Yale YK hoists offer the industry-leading technology and safety you need for your lifting applications in a compact, easy-to-maintain design. Precision engineered, these hoists are built for reliable operation, high efficiency, and long service life. The modular hoist system allows you to configure the hoist to meet the exact needs of your application. Whether you need a double beam mounting model or a low height monorail model, there is a YK hoist to meet your needs.

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Features & Benefits

FEATURES and BENEFITS:

SINGLE-GROOVED ROPE DRUM
2-part single, 4-part single or 4-part double reeving is available, depending on the application.

FLEXIBLE CONFIGURATIONS
Hoists can be configured to your unique application needs. Available in 7 frame sizes with 19 load capacity variants.

SHORT LEAD TIMES
Assembled in Wadesboro, North Carolina, with German-made components, these units have short lead times to meet tight deadlines.

COMPACT DESIGN
Compact dimensions dues to U-shape design. Exceptionally short approach allows for optimum use of work area when space is limited.

SMOOTH OPERATION
Extremely smooth starting and braking characteristics.

ROPE GUIDE
Cast Iron spheroidal graphite.

BASE MOUNTED
A hoist designed to be bolted onto a crane trolley or supporting structure. Similar to a deck mount, but typically has mounting pads/feet that keep the hoist body completely above the deck.

LOW-HEADROOM MONORAIL TROLLEY
The KE monorail trolley is used on monorail runways and single-girder overhead traveling cranes. Trolley is easily adjustable for different beam sizes and comes standard with two speed trolley. Available for 1-15 ton capacities.

STANDARD MONORAIL TROLLEY
Specially designed for small clearances, the UE monorail trolley has a narrow width. It is used on monorail runways and single girder overhead traveling cranes. Available only for 20-55 ton capacities.

TOP RUNNING (DOUBLE GIRDER) TROLLEY
Extremely compact with minimal hook approach and headroom dimensions. The flexible design ensures that all 4 wheels are in contact with the girder. Available for 1-55 ton capacities.

HOIST and TROLLEY CONTROLS

  • 2-Speed Hoist Control as standard.
  • 2-Speed Trolley Control as standard.

IMPULSE® VG+ FOR HOIST MOTION – Advanced VFD Control
Provides reliable, user-friendly controls and industry-leading features to keep you working safely. Additional features are available for user configuration. Supports slack rope detection.

IMPULSE® G+ MINI FOR HOIST MOTION – Standard VFD Control
Provides reliable, user-friendly controls and industry-leading features to keep you working safely. Additional features are available for user configuration.

IMPULSE® G+ MINI FOR TROLLEY MOTION
Allows for expanded speed adjustments, improved load control, high duty cycles, and increased crane life.

SLACK ROPE DETECTION
Slack Rope Detection is available on YK/SK hoists using the Advanced VFD hoist motion control (VG+) and on all tandem YK/SK hoists using the SMC22 or SMC21E load monitors.  Not supported by Standard VFD hoist control or by the SLE3 load monitor.

LOW MAINTENANCE
Largely maintenance-free design with field-proven components designed for low wear and long service life.

EXTENSIVE SAFETY FEATURES
Standard safety features include block-operated limit switch, adjustable geared limit switch, motor, temperature control, and overload protection.

DUTY CYCLE
H2, H3 & H4

WARRANTY

3 years for mechanical components and 1 year for electrical components.

OPTIONS:

PUSHBUTTON STATION

TOWING ARM
Available for power supply with adjustable height and length.

TRAVEL LIMIT SWITCH
Standard version includes limit switching in both directions, switching from fast/slow, and IP65 or NEMA 4/4X rating. Wired and mounted to the hoist.