Ladder Hoists
Ladder hoists are becoming increasingly popular tools in construction and roofing industries, designed to lift heavy materials such as tiles, bricks, and cement bad to high levels. Built utilising a combination of a ladder and motorised platform, this type of hoist significantly streamlines operations, reduces the need for manual labour, and improves safety on site.
WHAT IS A LADDER HOIST?
Also known as material or shingle hoists, ladder hoists are specialised machines consisting of a ladder frame and a mechanical lifting platform. Equipped with a motorised pulley system, ladder hoists transport materials vertically along the ladder. Most ladder hoists can support between 150-200kg and are typically available in manual and electric versions.
BENEFITS OF A LADDER HOIST
- INCREASED EFFICIENCY: Unlike conventional ladders that rely on manual lifting, ladder hoists automate the process, allowing workers to focus on other tasks. This increased efficiency can speed up project completion times, saving on both labour cost and time.
- IMPROVED SAFETY: Ladder hoists minimise accident risks by providing a stable and motorised solution for transporting materials, reducing physical strain. Additionally, ladder hoists typically come with safety mechanisms to prevent accidental drops and misalignment.
- REDUCED PHYSICAL STRAIN: Ladder hoists reduce strain on workers, lowering the risk of fatigue-related injury. A reduction in strain allows workers to maintain productivity throughout the day without experience the exhaustion associated with repeated manual labour.
- COST SAVINGS: Investing in a ladder hoists poses long-term savings by reducing the amount of time and labour needed to transport materials. Fewer injuries on the job site also means fewer medical costs and less downtime.
MOST COMMON APPLICATIONS
Ladder hoists are versatile tools and widely used in industries where vertical material transportation is essential. For example:
- Roofing
- Construction
- Solar Panel Installation
- Moving & Material Transport
