The Yale YK delivers industry-leading technology, safety and performance for your lifting applications in a compact and easy-to-maintain design.
When you need quality and performance in a wire rope hoist, turn to the Yale® YK™ hoist from Columbus McKinnon. Based on German technology, the YK delivers the industry-leading technology and safety you need for your lifting applications in a design that is compact and easy to maintain. Precision engineered for optimal performance, these monorail units are built for reliable operation, high efficiency, and long service life and are competitively priced for the U.S. market.
FEATURES
WIDE RANGE OF CAPACITIES AND LIFTSMonorail units up to 30 tons and top-running, double-girder units up to 55 tons. Standard lifts up to 131 ft. Metric rated models also available.FLEXIBLE CONFIGURATIONSHoists can be configured to your unique application needs. Available in 5 frame sizes with 16 load capacity variants.SHORT LEAD TIMESYou’ll get the high-quality product you need, fast. Assembled in Wadesboro, North Carolina, our most commonly requested models feature short lead times to meet tight deadlines.COMPACT DESIGNExceptionally short approach allows for optimum use of work area when space is limited. Paddle limit switch allows for lowest headroom possible while maintaining safe operation.* Low-headroom monorail units are extremely compact due to U-shape design.LOW MAINTENANCEHigh-quality components designed for safety and longevity, providing you with minimal downtime and a low total cost of ownership. Local availability of common spare parts means that your products can be serviced quickly, helping to reduce
EXTENSIVE SAFETY FEATURESStandard safety features include paddle limit switch*, adjustable geared limit switch, motor temperature control, and overload protection.SMOOTH OPERATIONWith an integrated motor management module andflywheel trolley motors, the YK features extremely smoothstarting and braking with controlled starts and stops forextended brake life.RELIABLE PERFORMANCE IN HEAVY-DUTY APPLICATIONSHoists available with H3, H4, and H4+ duty cycles.COMPLIANCE WITH INDUSTRY STANDARDSHoists meet CMAA and HMI standards. CSA labeled.Explosion-protected models available in compliance withNEC guidelines.*Currently, paddle limit switch is standard on monorail units withflange widths less than 12” (300mm)