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R&M Chain Hoists

LoadMate® electric chain hoists are designed to maximize productivity with fast installation, easy operation and built-in durability. The compact hoist design provides low headroom and allows close trolley approaches. R&M’s advanced hoist design and manufacturing techniques ensure safe operation, consistent quality and longer electric chain and component life. It adds up to exceptional value - hoist equipment that saves on maintenance, repair and downtime costs over its lifetime.

Flexibility to meet your exact requirements
R&M LoadMate® electric chain hoists offer a range of choices for a wide variety of applications.

STANDARD FEATURES

Most comprehensive offering in the industry.

  • 1/8 to 5 ton capacities (125 -5000 kg).  
  • Choice of 3 standard hoist mounting configurations: fixed top hook, push trolley and motorized trolley (custom mounting configurations also available).
  • 10, 15 and 20 ft. lifts standard; additional lifting heights available up to 150 ft. single fall, 75 ft. two fall.
  • Lift speeds from 8 to 32 FPM single-speed, 12/3 to 64/16 FPM two-speed, 1 - 16 to 4 - 64 FPM variable speed inverter, 0.16 to 5.7 HP hoist motors.
  • Variable speed, three phase models with hoist inverter control available for 1/2 - 2 ton capacity LM10 models and for 460/3/60 power supply only.
  • Hoists available for single phase and three phase.
  • Two speed, three phase hoist motors and controls available for all models and for 208, 230, 460, 575/3/60 or 380/3/50 power supply.
  • Single speed, three phase hoist motors and controls available for LM05 and LM10 models and reconnectable for 208, 230 or 460/3/60 power supply.
  • 115 volt single phase hoists - single speed only.
  • Three phase hoist motors are class F insulated, 50% effective duty rated.
  • Two-speed TMU trolley drive unit (trolley speed is 80/20 FPM). Trolley brake, drop lugs and bumpers are standard. Variable frequency drive option on TMU.
  • Trolley control panel integrally mounted to the motor.

EASE OF OPERATION
Innovative design enhances versatility and ease of use.

  • Premium-grade, AGMA rated* precision gearing contributes to the hoist’s compact, 
    low-headroom design, low noise level and smooth operation.
  • Integral hoist control panel encloses all electrical components (hoist contactors,
  • transformer, terminal strips, etc.) and is easily accessed for maintenance.
  • Easy trolley mounting attachment meets various application requirements. Slot in top 
    of hoist body allows easy changeover of top hook, push trolley or motorized trolley mountings.
  • Crown tread wheels standard on push and motorized trolleys, for use on standard 
    I-beams and wide flange beams.
  • Plug-in push button pendant with E-stop for quick replacement is standard.

* Hoist gearboxes: LM1: AGMA 10, LM05 & LM10: AGMA11 and LM16/25: AGMA 12.
   Traveling gearboxes: AGMA 10.

REDUCED MAINTENANCE
Quality keeps your hoists on the job long past the pay-off point

LoadMate® hoists are designed to run cool and maximize the life of gears, brakes and motors. 
Longer hoist component life means less maintenance, less downtime and lower repair costs.

  • Sealed brake keeps out lubricants.
  • The hoist brake and load limiter are both adjustable and adjust independently of each other.

SAFETY
Meets or exceeds industry safety standards

All R&M electric chain hoists are statically and dynamically tested with a minimum of 125% rated load prior to shipping.

  • All hoist models are equipped with a torque-limiting device for hoist overload protection. The electromagnetic disc brake-clutch combination is designed for efficiency, safety, easy access and adjustment. The friction-type torque limiter is integrated with the brake (LM1, LM05, LM10) to ensure that the load is always stopped when the control button is released.
  • Upper / lower limit switches stop the hoisting motion when the hook reaches the top or bottom limit of travel, providing safer operation and longer equipment life.
  • Low-voltage controls enhance operator safety. 115-volt control voltage is standard; 48-volt control is an option (standard with 380 volt) for all electric chain hoists.
  • Hoist control panel and pushbutton enclosures both meet NEMA type 3R (IP-55) protection classification.
  • Load hook is forged alloy steel for strength and durability and is provided with a spring return safety latch.
  • Emergency stop button and built-in mainline contactor are standard. (Except LM1.)
  • CSA certification on all models.

LONG LIFE
Built for tough duty and lasting performance

Every feature of the LoadMate® hoist assembly includes rugged, high-performance materials and quality engineering for longer service life and less downtime.

  • Thermal protection of hoisting motor prevents damage due to over heating. A 2-speed hoist motor is available, offering more precise load handling and longer motor life due to less wear on the brake and contactor.
  • Hoist body is constructed of pressure-cast aluminum for light-weight and easy handling, epoxy-painted for corrosion resistance, and ribbed for better heat dissipation.
  • 5-pocket chain sprocket (6-pocket on LM16) is heat-treated and machined to a high tolerance, providing exceptionally smooth lifting and reduced chain wear.
  • Load chain is electro-zinc plated, heat-treated, and has a high tensile strength. Chain is also specially designed for chain hoist use.
  • Chain guide ensures precise alignment of chain with load sprocket, reducing wear and prolonging chain life.
  • Chain container for hoist is provided as standard.

Charlie P/B with E-stop

Push Button with E-stop


ADDED VERSATILITY
Variable Frequency Drive option enhances motorized trolley operation

TMU's Variable Frequency Drive offers:

  • 2-step multi-speed or stepless control method
  • Flexibility in speed settings
  • Dynamic braking

Minimum and maximum speed settings can be defined to provide easy and precise load placement, reduced load swings and less wear on equipment.

The sealed brake is incorporated into the motor design. The dynamic braking provided by the variable frequency drive allows for smooth stops and extended brake life.

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Installation Services 

We have a skilled, experienced team of installers who have the highest regard for your facility, and the dedication to complete your system installation to your total satisfaction. 

 

Swiveling Motor Driven Hoist Trolley Option 
Allows for shorter curve radius tolerances on custom monorail applications. LM05, LM10 and LM16 hoist swiveling trolleys can negotiate a radius as small as 2’-8”. LM20 and LM25 hoist swiveling trolleys can negotiate a radius as small as 4’. Gear motors can also be removed for outfitting of R&M swivel trolley with user provided rubber tire tractor drive units.



Patented Track Trolley Option 

Trolleys feature hardened steel flat tread wheels designed for maximum bearing surface contact with your patented track section running surface. Wheel tread surface hardness is 425 BHN. Will fit: 2”, 3.25”, 3.33”, 4” and 4.5” patented track section flange widths.



Swivel Trolley LoadMate hoist

Swivel Hoist Trolley


Low Headroom Hoist Trolley

Special Low Headroom Hoist Trolley Configuration Using a special trolley frame with an offset hoist, lifting heights can be optimized. This configuration allows for maximum hook height in tight clearance applications.

 

Hoist Outdoor Weather Protection Options Available with a range of outdoor protection options including: stainless steel chain, hoist and trolley weather proof covers, NEMA 4 type enclosures, low voltage 48 VAC control system, and panel heaters.

Food Grade Hoist Options
Stainless steel load chain, stainless steel lower hooks, stainless steel bottom block, and food grade lubricant can be provided for food handling and pharmaceutical applications.


Special Hoist Control Options 
Several special control options for the LoadMate® include:

  • Variable frequency drive hoist control provides precision hook positioning.

  • Tandem control for simultaneous control of two hoists.

  • Hour counter for scheduled preventive maintenance as well as hoist SWP (Safe Working Period) calculations.
Stainless Steel Chain, Block & Hook Hoist Options

Stainless Steel Chain, Hook & Block Options for Hoist

Variable Speed LoadMate Hoist

Variable Speed LoadMate Hoist

  • LM10 frame size only
  • Capacities 1/2 to 2 ton
  • All controls under the cover
  • Features ControlMaster® inverter
  • A3 speed supervision module using feedback from motor sensor bearing

Three Speed Control Variations:

  1. EP - stepless using 2-step controller

  2. MS - 2-step using digital input

  3. AU - automation controls with 0 - 10 vdc analog input

 

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