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Otto Systems
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Santa Fe Springs, CA
800-596-7392
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As a master distributor of material handling products, Otto Systems has an extensive inventory of wire rope and chain electric hoists, as well as air and manual hoists, trolleys and crane components. Offering repair and installation services by trained on-staff technicians, Otto Systems provides stock and custom electric hoists from top manufacturers such as Columbus McKinnon, Budgit and Chester.
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Brehob Corporation
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Indianapolis, IN
800-632-4451
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Brehob is a leading provider of high-quality electric and hand hoists, wire rope hoists, air hoists, chain hoists, pullers and other parts. Our seasoned professionals provide outstanding fabricating services, 24-hour emergency service, inside repair, customized training and more. Not in our inventory? We can get it for you. With ISO 9001-2000 certification, we have been in business since 1953.
Atlanta Crane & Automated Handling serves as a major supplier of material handling equipment from leading manufacturers such as Demag, R&M Materials Handling, Gorbel and Cleveland Tramrail. Offering wire rope and chain electric hoists, air hoists and intelligent lifting devices, Atlanta Crane can fully integrate different equipment into long-term material handling systems for optimum performance.
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With 28 years of experience, Crane & Hoist Sales, Inc. has the knowledge and capacity to fulfill diverse material handling needs. Offering electric, manual, air and level-operated hoists, Crane & Hoist Sales supplies major brands such as Yale, Budgit and Coffing. Offering solutions for foundry, mining, steel industries and more, Crane & Hoist Sales features both custom building and a full stock.
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Since 1969, American Equipment, Inc. has proven to be an exceptional full service material handling equipment supplier. Serving companies throughout the U.S, American Equipment provides a comprehensive line of electric, air, manual and lever-operated hoists along with equipment such as cranes and monorails. American Equipment also offers hoist rentals, on-site training and 24-hour parts service.
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CraneVeyor Corp
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South El Monte, CA
800-423-4180
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As a major distributor of electric hoists since 1946, CraneVeyor Corporation offers high-quality products, exceptional customer service and an in-house repair shop. An employee-owned company, CraneVeyor supplies material handling products including wire rope and chain electric hoists, air hoists, hand and lever operated hoists, electric winches, cranes and a large stock of parts and accessories.
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Winch

A winch is a mechanical lifting device that uses a crank to wind up a cable around a cylindrical spool. Winches can be operated manually or powered by a pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric motor. Winches are used for towing, lifting, and anchoring. Unlike a hoist, which is used to lift loads vertically, a winch generally pulls horizontally.

Winches differ by diameter, load capacity, line material, length, and maximum loaded line speed. They manage loads that humans cannot physically lift or lower alone. Winches can employ wire, rope, cable, or chain to move heavy loads.

Winches are used both in commercial and residential environments. Industrial winches are used for automotive, construction, manufacturing, marine, military, mining, and transportation purposes. Winches come in an abundance of sizes, from small hand winches for light jobs to large units capable of moving heavy machinery.