How to Choose a Construction Man Hoist
Posted on: 27 April 2020
If you're working on a high-rise build, then a man hoist is a good investment. They carry your crew up the outside or inside of the building like a lift so people can get to higher floors quickly and efficiently. You can hire or buy these hoists.
Before you choose a hoist, it's important to ask yourself the following questions.
What Is Your Carry Weight?
Man hoists come in various sizes and configurations. They don't all have the same weight capacity.
It's important to choose the right size of hoist for your site needs. Go too small and you'll spend more time getting people to the right locations in a speedy manner; go too big and you'll waste money on a hoist you won't use to full capacity.
So, think about how many people a hoist will have to carry at optimum times. For example, if you have 50+ people working on your site, then a model that can carry a maximum of 8 people may not be the best fit if you have the space to install a larger hoist.
On the other hand, if you have a lean crew on a small site, then a hoist that can carry 18 people might be too big for your needs. Here, a smaller option may save more space and be more cost-effective.
When you do these calculations, remember that you may want to use the hoist to carry materials as well as men sometimes. This may affect your weight calculations, as well.
How High Will the Hoist Need to Go?
Man hoists have variable height ranges. So, you need to think about the height of your build before you choose a model to use.
If you're working on a small high-rise, then a standard hoist may be tall enough to do the job. You'll need a model that goes up higher if you're building a taller structure. In some cases, you may need a customised solution or a combination of multiple hoists if your height exceeds the working capacity of standard products.
Will You Need an Operator?
Some man hoists need an operator. You'll have to train someone to make sure that the hoist is loaded safely and to operate it every time it is used.
In some cases, you'll be happy to do this from a health and safety perspective. However, sometimes, you can't afford to put one of your crew on this job all the time. In this case, you may be better off choosing a hoist with automatic controls that any person can use safely with some basic training.
To learn more about your options, contact a supplier that carries construction man hoists.
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