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.

WIDE RANGE OF CAPACITIES AND LIFTS Monorail 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 CONFIGURATIONS Hoists can be configured to your unique application needs. Available in 5 frame sizes with 16 load capacity variants. SHORT LEAD TIMES You’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 DESIGN Exceptionally 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 MAINTENANCE High-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 FEATURES Standard safety features include paddle limit switch*, adjustable geared limit switch, motor temperature control, and overload protection. SMOOTH OPERATION With an integrated motor management module and flywheel trolley motors, the YK features extremely smooth starting and braking with controlled starts and stops for extended brake life. RELIABLE PERFORMANCE IN HEAVY-DUTY APPLICATIONS Hoists available with H3, H4, and H4+ duty cycles. COMPLIANCE WITH INDUSTRY STANDARDS Hoists meet CMAA and HMI standards. CSA labeled. Explosion-protected models available in compliance with NEC guidelines.   *Currently, paddle limit switch is standard on monorail units with flange widths less than 12” (300mm)