advancedtrolleys, bridge components, and accessories.

Shaw-Box experienced tremendous growth after its

acquisition in 1964 by DresserIndustries. In 1986, the

over a century. The company where it all started is still

company was purchased again, by Lift- Tech International

setting the industry standards today.

This alliance, together with Lift- Tech'sCanadian

In 1888, Alton

J. Shaw developed

the first electric

overhead traveling crane. Soon after, the Shaw Electric

Crane Company was born in Muskegon, Michigan. From
the outset, the Shaw Crane Company remained committed

Operations, has enabled Lift- Tech to strengthen its

position as a dominant force in the industry.

Today, Lift- Tech is one of the leading crane and

hoist manufacturers in the world, a position maintained

to pioneering new technology in

through a commitment

response to changing industry

most rigorous quality standards

demands.

and continuous innovation and

In 1932, the Shaw Crane

improvement. Lift- Tech

Company merged with the

products set the industry

Alfred E. Box Crane and Hoist

standard for productivity,

Corporation,

efficiency,

inventors 'of the first

electric cable hoist. Together, the

two companies continued to lead,
revolutionizing

to the

and

durability

industry tested and performanceCraneNo.3 built in 1888 for the Union Pacific
Railway and still in usetoday.

the way heavy materials are handled.

proven for over a century.

Recently, the cornerstone of the original Shaw

The LOAD LIFTER electric hoist, first pioneered in

Crane Company building was uncovered on the site

1921, has evolved into today's legendary Series 700 and

where our modern eleven-acre facility still sits. And at last

800 wire rope hoists. Other innovations included the first

report, Alton

portable electric and lever-operated chain hoists, the

Union Pacific Railroad in 1888, is still in use today.

development of built-in overload protection devices, air

One-hundred years can tell you a lot about a company.

and worm gear hoist technology, and a wide range of

Shaw's third crane, purchased by the

SHAW-BOX

800 Series wire rope hoists are ideally

hoist line include a heavy welded steel frame, powerful

suited for virtually any lifting application of up to five

drive

tons. Their modular design and versatility provide a wide

train, and dual brake reliability.

motor,

totally

range of capacities,lifts, hoisting speeds,and control

options, making it possible to selectthe most efficient

enclosed

oil

bath

lubricated

drive

FEATURES
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Easily accessible control enclosure facilirares maintenance

D.C. disc motor brake for smooth braking action

High torque, heavy-duty hoist motor for smooth hoisting action

Block operated upper limir stop to limit upward hook travel

hoist for the job without wasted capacity or overkill.

The compact design and closer end approachesof

the standard 800 Serieshoist

Convenient one-handed pushburton control for easyoperation

of all motions

allows an unusually high hook

115 volts at push button fot

operator safety

lift, as compared to many

Push-button cable with built-

in strain reliever cable as used

so-calledlow headroom

on single speed hoist applications. (All others use a sepa-

hoists, without resorting to design

rate steel strain reliever cable.)

Improved plow steel pre-formed

compromises.800 Serieshoists

cable for maximum strength and

life

maximize hook coveragewithin

Full-swiveling, heat-treated forged

steel hook with spring loaded latcl

an existing facility, reducing or

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Shrouded

lower block ro help prevent pinched

fingers

eliminating the need for costly rebuilding or remodeling.

.Alloy

aluminum

gear case and cover is lighr-

weight yet rugged

800 Series hoists are available in two basic models:

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single reeved and true vertical lift, with either air or

\'!)

Anti-friction
drive

electric power. The heavy-duty wire rope and drum-type

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Oil

level plug
bearings

permits

easy inspection

throughout

for a long

of oil level

lasting

hoist

train

Positive action mechanical load lowering control brake, also acts

as a part of the hoist holding

brake system

hoist line has a steel mounting lug integral with the

for maximum gearing life

one-piece welded frame, and is designed for stationary

~

mounting

Deep grooved, large diameter rope drum helps prevent rope

overwrap for longer wire rope life

from an overhead structure, or with any of our

monorail trolley options. Standard featuresof this rugged

Triple reduction helical/spur gearing operatesin oil bath lube

CiI

Heavy welded steel frame ensuresprecise fit for long hoisting

machinery life

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SPECIFICATIONS
CAPACITY RANGE:

1/2-5 Tons

LIFT: 20-60 Feet

LIFTING SPEEDS: 8-48 FPM
AC CURRENT: 208/23014601
575-3-60
CONTROL:

SUSPENSION:

Single speed,
Two Speed,
Variable Frequency Control
Lug, Push Trolley,
Hand Geared Trolley
and Motor Driven
Trolley

SHAW-BOX

700 Series wire rope hoists are

designed and manufactured for heavy-duty service,

frame, and is designed for stationary mounting from an

overheadstructure or with any of our trolley options.

This workhorse is built to deliver, day-in and day-out,

FEATURES
under tough operating conditions. 700 Series

One-piece welded steel frame ensuresprecise fit and long

hoisting machinery life

hoists are built to take even the most demanding job

cyclesin stride, yet can be relied upon to handle your

Alloy aluminum gear caseand cover is lightweight yet rugged

Direct acting D.C. brake solenoid for smooth braking action

Multiple disc motor brake for long life and maximum braking
efficiency

most delicate loads with precision control.

Bearings supported in an independent gear casespider give a

Their compact design, with

precise fit, and allow removal of

the gear casecover without

high hook lift and closer end

disassemblyof the gearing

approaches,maximizes hook

Hinged control panel cover

permits easyaccessto the
control components

coverage within an existing

Improved plow steel preformed

wire rope for maximum

facility, reducing or eliminating

strength and life

the need for costly rebuilding or

remodeling. 700 Series.hoists

Full-swiveling,heat-treatedforged
steelhook with spring loaded latch
Shrouded lower block to help
prevent pinched fingers

achievean unusually high hook

Push-button control pendant for

easyone-handed operation

lift, without resorting to design compromises.

This line offers the greatestrange of lifting

a.

Rugged, low-maintenance magnetic contactor control

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High torque, heavy-duty hoist motor for smooth load handling

Watershed and gasketsfor tight frame cover sealand protection
of internal components

speeds,controls, headroom and mounting options of any

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Inregrally welded mounting lug permits various trolleyattachment options

hoists on the market today. 700 Series hoists are available

in both electric and air powered models. Options include

Block operated limit switch limits upward hook travel

Rope anchor, easily accessiblefor inspecrion and maintenance

standard and low headroom, deck and base mounted

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models, with a choice of single reeving or true vertical lift.

Double reduction helical gearing provides a smoorh, quiet drive

train

The lug is integral with the all-steel, one-piece welded

Deep grooved, large diameter rope drum helps prevent rope

overwrap for longer rope life

Positive action mechanical load loweting

control brake, also acts

as a part of the hoist holding brake system

SPECIFICATIONS
CAPACITY RANGE:

1-25 Tons

liFT: 18-259 Feet

liFTING SPEEDS: 8-56 FPM
AC CURRENT: 208/23014601
575-3-60
CONTROL:

SUSPENSION:

Single speed,
Two speed,
Variable Frequency Control
Lug, Push Trolley,
Hand Geared Trolley,
Motor Driven Trolley,
Deck and Base

Welded

Steel Frame

Automatic

One-piece welded frame, fabricated

Load

Brake

Weston selfadjusting

type, operates

from rolled steel sections, precision

in the oil bath of the hoist gear case

machined far long life and accurate

for smooth lowering control. Capable

bearing and component alignment.

of holding the load independent of the

(700 Seriesframe illustrated)

hoist motor brake. (700 Series load

brake illustrated)

Lug

Hoist

Suspension

Motor

Brake

Permits the hoist to be mounted in a

Short stroke, 150% torque spring-set

permanent

D.C. rectified disc type brake provides

location. (Mounting

hardware not included}

quiet operation and long lift.

(700 Series multiple

disc brake

illustrated)

Precision

Machined

For uniform

Gearing

tooth mesh and large

Machined

Rope

Large diametel;

Drum

welded

contact surface. Operates in a totally

comtruction

enclosed, oil bath lubricated gear case.

precision machined to give

Gear traim consist of two or three

maximum

reductiom,

is a right and left hand grooved

using helical and/or

spur gearing.

-deep

grooved and

rope life. Pictured

true verticallifi

drum.

Dead End Rope Anchor

Heavy-Duty

Usedon single reevedhoists.Easily

Designed for a clean, open layout to

accessible
and part of the one-piece

maximize performance and ease of

weldedframe, it securelyanchorsthe

maintenance.

rope compressionthimble fitting

Controls

Contactors are oversized

for increased life. PaneL. are housed in

which is swagedto the rope end..

a dust resistant compartment

True vertical lift hoistshave both

for easy accessand serviceability.

end. of the steelrope dead endedto

designed

(700 Series hoist control illustrated)

the rope drum.

Shrouded

Lower

Block

Hoist Motors

Helps prevent fingers from being

High starting torque type, designed

pinched between rope and sheaves

specificallylor hoisting, with

and prevents dirt buildup. All hooks

permanently lubricated ball bearings.

are provided

Motors are totally enclosed,non-

with spring loaded

safety latches.

ventilated (I'E.N. 1-:)with classF

insulation, and provided with an
automatic reset,temperatureactuated
switch in the windings to provide over
current protection.

Block

Operated

For additional

Limit

protection

Switch
of

Convenient
Push-Button

Control

operator, hoist, and load. Positive

All motiom can be controlled from

acting, momentarily

a convenient, easy to operate push-

reverses the

hoisting motion iflower

block drifts

too high. (700 Series block limit

switch illustrated)

button control station suspended from

the hoist. An external strain reliever
cable extends cable life and prevents
pulling

the control cable from the

hoist electrical connection on four

button and larger statiom.

Push

Trolley

Suspension

Deck

Mounted

Hoists

Push trolleys are used for mounting

Used lor applications

hoists on monorails or single girder

stationary hoist, or lor construction of

crane bridges. Operator can quickly

a top-running

that require a

trolley.

move loads by pushing on the load.

Hand
Trolley

Geared
Suspension

Top

Running

Girder

Double

Trolleys

For moving loads where accurate

Provides a combination

spotting is essentialor when operator

headroom, higher hook lift, and closer

should not touch the load.

end approaches. Maximizes

erage within

of lower

existing facility,

hook covwithout

costly remodeling or rebuilding.

Motor

Driven

Air

Trolley

Suspension

Air operation is available lor all

Used for moving loads quickly over

long distances and where accurate
load spotting is needed. Control push
buttom can be suspended from hoist
or crane bridge.

Operated

SHA~BOX

Hoists

hoists where precise

spotting or slow hoisting speedsare

required, or where an electrically
powered hoist may not be suitable.
(Illustrated

is an air-piston

driven 700 Series hoist)

motor

Explosion

Proof

In addition

to normaloperating

Hoists

Variable

conditions, all SHAWBOX

hoists

Control

hoist or trolley motion where precise

may be customized for operation in

hazardous locations. Lifi-1ech

Frequency

Can be provided for any SHA~BOX

spotting or slow hoisting speedsare

designs

required Availoble

in two, three,

each hazardous location hoist to meet

or five step control, or two step

or exceed National

infinitely

standard,.

Electrical Code

variable.

(800 Series explosion proof

hoist illustrated)

Bronze and high bronze alloys

Weight Watcher
Overload Control

incorporated in key components

A factory set mechanicaloverload

Spark

Resistant

Features

such as hooks, lower blocks and

clutch built into the hoist drive train

wheels, along with stainless steel

preventslifting excessive
overloads.

wire rope, help prevent incidental

(700 Seriesoverloadclutch illustrated

sparking in hazardous locatiom.

with the coverremoved)

Special

Application

Motors

For special applications such as 60

minute rating, mill and chemical
dury, and tropical proofing are
available on many hoist model,.

Other

Options:

.Low Headroom Hoists

.Radio Control
.Screw
.Power
.Hot

1Jpe Limit Switches

Circuit Limit Switches

Metal Applications

.Magnet Applications
.Epoxy Paint
.NEMA
12, 3R, or 4 Control Enclosures
.Panel Heaters
.Motor Heaters
.Over Capacity Lift Protection
.Warning
.Patented
.Double

Photos shown are for illustrative

purposes

Lights/Horns
Track Wheelr
Hook Hoists

only. The actual products

may vary in color and design.

YaleLift-Tech, division of
Columbus McKinnon Corp.
414 West Broadway Avenue
P.O. Box 769
Muskegon, MI 49443-0769
Customer Service:Phone (800) 742-9269
Fax (800) 742-9270

Printed in U.S.A. / Copyright 2000 YaleLift-Tech, division of Columbus McKinnon Corp. / Bulletin No. LT/SC-H1016-0300