Tips & Tricks | Ratchet hoists

We regularly highlight a product in our Tips and Tricks, with this month: the ratchet hoist. It is now impossible to imagine the industry without them. They come in handy in many situations, for example hoisting, towing and tensioning. We give you tips, tricks, pros and cons and work instructions to keep the life of your ratchet hoist as long as possible and to ensure safety on the shop floor.

Ratchet Hoists for your lfting jobs

In our range you will find various types of ratchet hoists, with and without overload protection. Our Mitari ratchet hoists vary hoisting height and tonnage, suitable for hoisting jobs from 250 KG to nine tons. Hoisting heights start at 1.5 meters with a limit of 10 meters. Find the suitable ratchet hoist for your lifting job here!

Cons fort the Mitari Ratchet Hoists MRT and MRO

+ Galvanized chain and sturdy molded valves;

+ Swiveling hook at top and bottom;

+ All shafts have bearings;

+ Metal operating knob;

+ Robust powder-coated housing;

+ The force required remains minimal due to sophisticated transmission;

+ Standard NEN-EN-ISO 12100-1/2;

+ Maximum manual force on the handle is 30 kg.

This is how you use your Ratchet Hoist

A ratchet hoist is great for securing loads on a truck. Always be sure to observe both the manual and tension force specified on the nameplate;
The hook on both the top and bottom must be in a perpendicular line above the center of gravity of the load when lifting, to prevent the load from swinging;
It is not permitted to stand under a lifted load;
Loads shall not be left in lifted condition for long periods of time or unattended;
Do not move a load until you are satisfied that the load is properly hooked or that there are no persons in range for danger;
When suspending the device, take care that the hoisting tool can be operated in such a way without danger from the device itself, the carrier or the load;
The device can be operated within a temperature range of -10 °C and +50 °C. In extreme conditions, consult the manufacturer;
At temperatures below 0° Celsius, check the brake for freezing;
The accident prevention and safety regulations for hand-operated hoisting equipment in the country in which you use the device must be observed at all times.

Inspectiondata on Lifting gear

Marking of lifting and hoisting equipment can be done with paint, plastic label or an inspection sticker in the year color according to the IMO (International Maritime Organization) color system used. The color gives an indication of the year of inspection. If your materials do not match the correct year colors, please contact us for certification.