Wire Rope Hoists

Custom Wire Rope Hoists

When your operation demands more than a standard hoist, SATURN delivers purpose-built wire rope hoists engineered for performance, reliability, and safe operation. From non-standard trolleys and suspension styles to application-specific builds and heavy-duty feature packages, we tailor the hoist to your system and service conditions. 

Browse examples of our custom work below. To learn more about any hoist shown – or to discuss a new project – contact SATURN and connect with one of our knowledgeable professionals.

Special Configurations

SATURN builds hoists in a wide range of configurations, each specifically engineered to meet the exact form, fit, and function of your overhead lifting application. From trolley and suspension styles to multi-hook and rotating designs, these configurations help optimize headroom, improve load control, reduce wheel loads, and support challenging operating conditions. 

Hoist and Tractor Combinations

  • Tractor OUTPERFORMS standard motorized trolley
  • Tractor negotiates curves and inclines efficiently
  • Tractor acts as a system brake with its inherent beam tension
  • Tractor eliminates nuisance slipping with its positive drive action
  • Handles slack cable conditions
  • Fits 1 to 6 ton single reeved hoists

Under-Running Raised Hoists

  • Hoist frame raised up between bridge girders
  • Maximize ALL overhead space
  • Improve headroom
  • Parallel or cross mount
  • Handles slack cable conditions
  • Fits 1 to 6 ton single reeved hoists

Single Line Hoist

  • Long lifts over 100 FT
  • Fast speeds over 30 FPM
  • Less any running sheaves

Top Running Trolley Hoist

  • Reduce wheel loads with dual-rail operation
  • Save headroom running above girders
  • Single or double reeved
  • Parallel or cross mount

Twin Hook, Rotating Hoist

  • Rotate load 90 degrees
  • Handle long loads, paper rolls, etc.

Under Running Dual Rail Hoist

  • Design new or built-to-fit girder gauge
  • Reduce wheel loads
  • Stabilize trolley
  • Parallel or cross mount

4-Hook Hoist

  • Very stable 4-point lift
  • Trolley or fixed suspension
  • Handle wide loads
  • Car frames, trash/oven lids, etc.

Cross Mounted Hoist

  • Drum perpendicular to rail(s)
  • Monorail or dual rail suspensions
  • Up to 3-ton capacity

Whip Style Hoist

  • Isolates hook/load away from main hoist drive and controls

Built Up Base Mounted Hoist

  • Designed to suit
  • Single or twin hook designs
  • Handles heavy loads, dam gates, etc.

Special Applications

Some environments call for more than a standard hoist configuration. Our special-application hoists are purpose-built to match your equipment and operating requirements – delivering reliable, heavy-duty performance with H4/H4+ duty ratings in demanding service conditions.

Car Shaker Hoist

  • Heavy service (H4/H4+ duty)
  • Rated for 15,000 LBS
  • Built to fit shaker

Bucket Hoist

  • Heavy service (H4/H4+ duty)
  • Built to fit bucket
  • Open/close & lifting drums
  • Under running dual rail (most common)

Magnet Hoist

  • Heavy service (H4/H4+ duty)
  • Built to fit magnet
  • Power cord reels optional
  • Monorail, dual rail or top running

Special Hoist Features

Increase hoist robustness, efficiency, and operating safety with performance-driven design features. Longer-lasting components and reduced downtime deliver higher reliability in the field – supporting safer operation and stronger lifecycle value.

Rope Guide System

  • Heavy duty BRONZE rope guide on machined steel slide
  • Drum deep grooved at 100% depth of cable
  • Keeps cable running in its proper groove
  • Allows for moderate side pulling
  • Handles slack cable conditions
  • Fits 1 to 6 ton single reeved hoists

Oil Shear Brake

  • Heavy service
  • H4-H4+ duty
  • High cycles
  • Low maintenance

Drum Brake

  • Secondary braking
  • Drum/output shaft

Slack Cable Limit Switch

  • Control unfavorable slack conditions

Overload Devices

  • Set at 115% capacity
  • Various types/monitor frame deflection
  • Load cable stretch
  • Load pin strain

Bumpers

  • Soft stop
  • Spring/rubber

Encoder

  • Automated operations
  • Precise positioning

Drum Pressure Roller

  • Keeps cables seated

Warning Devices

  • Flashing light
  • Horn

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Other Wire Rope Hoists

Single Hook Monorail
(Standard)

Single Hook Monorail
(Semi-Low)

Single Hook Monorail
(Ultra-Low)

Twin Hook Monorail

Base Mounted Winches

Custom Hoists

Headroom As low as 25″ As low as 20″ As low as 12″ As low as 25″ As low as 16″ Custom headroom available
Capacities 1 ton to 10 tons (standard) Up to 50 tons (custom) 1 ton to 10 tons (standard) Up to 50 tons (custom) 1 ton to 10 tons (standard) Up to 50 tons (custom) 1 ton to 10 tons (standard) Up to 50 tons (custom) 1,000 – 3,000 LB (standard) Over 3,500 LB (custom) Up to 50 tons
Lifts Up to 100ft Up to 50ft Up to 50ft Up to 50ft Up to 44ft Custom longer lifts available
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Custom Hoists

  • Headroom Custom headroom available
  • Capacities Up to 50 tons
  • Lifts Custom longer lifts available