Pharmaceutical Drum Lift: Uni-Hoist HES (Hoist Electric Stationary)
The Hanningfield Uni-Hoist HES (Hoist Electric Stationary) is an electrically powered lifting column, with different arm attachments for the handling of IBCs, drums, containers and process machinery (e.g. mills, mixers, vacuum conveyors etc.).
The Uni-Hoist HES is perfect for the automated handling of heavy containers, and can be used to Raise, Lower, Invert, Rotate and Dock; this ensures full control for a safe, accurate and repeatable process. These functions can be undertaken at the simple press of a button, or the hoist can be programmed to perform certain actions in a specified sequence. Controls can be supplied as pushbuttons or touchscreen HMI.
The lifting mechanism can be executed as a lead-screw or chain (depending on application), which is driven by a motor / gearbox arrangement. The unit can accommodate sensors for the automated positioning, slowing and stopping of the load (typically low-level interlock, high-level interlock, outlet-height interlock, base rotation interlock and load secured interlock). The hoist is complete with fail-safe safety devices, to prevent the unsecured slipping of the load in case of malfunction.
The post hoist can be mounted to a slewing ring, enabling base rotation of the column through approximately 350°; this is suitable for applications where the unloading / discharge of the container occurs opposite to the loading side.
The Uni-Hoist HES is available in three sizes: Light-Duty (≤ 250kgs), Medium-Duty (≤ 750kgs) and Heavy-Duty (≤ 2000kgs).