Flexible Configurations and Multiple Options Make the Yale® Global King & Shaw-Box® World Series Some of the Most Versatile Wire Rope Hoists on the Market Today

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Dec 16, 2014, 10:16 ET

AMHERST, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether you need long lifts, special control options or features for hazardous environments, the Yale® Global King™ and Shaw-Box® World Series™ wire rope hoists can be configured to meet your unique needs. Developed by Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCO), a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, these wire rope hoists deliver best-in-class performance and reliability that customers have come to rely on around the world.

Yale Global King and Shaw-Box World Series wire rope hoists are built for global appeal. Manufactured in Wadesboro, North Carolina, the Global King and World Series hoists are some of the most competitive wire rope hoists on the market today. With industry-leading safety features, flexible configurations and a variety of options, including longer lifts, fast shipping, special control options and features for hazardous environments, these hoists are designed for ease of use and long life.

Columbus McKinnon can specially engineer the Global King and World Series hoists for even the most challenging applications.

Variable Frequency Drives
For greater speed adjustment, improved load control and increased hoist life, the Global King and World Series hoists are available with Magnetek variable frequency drives. One of the industry's premier VFD controls, Magnetek drives provide reliable, user-friendly controls and a keypad for easy programming and on-the-spot troubleshooting.

Hazardous Environments
When you need protection against hazardous or corrosive environments, Columbus McKinnon's explosion-proof Global King and World Series models are the ideal hoists for the job. Engineered and built for use in Division 2, Class I, Groups B, C and D hazardous environments, these hoists are available with explosion-proof features, spark-resistant options and added corrosion resistance, if required.

Longer Lifts
Meeting industry demand for longer lifts, we have expanded our Global King and World Series offering to include 60 and 80 foot lift hoist models. Our 60-foot lift models are available as monorail or top-running units with capacities up to 15 tons and lifting speeds of 20/5 FPM. Our 80-foot lift models are available as monorail units with capacities up to 7-1/2 tons and lifting speeds of 40/10 FPM.

Electronic Hoist Monitoring
To ensure long service life and operator safety, Global King and World Series hoists are available with our Pulse Monitor Electronic Hoist Data Interface. The Pulse Monitor system records key performance data during normal operation to assist you in troubleshooting and determining preventative hoist maintenance solutions.

To learn more about the Global King and World Series wire rope hoists or our other material handling products, contact CMCO customer service at 1-800-888-0985 or visit our website.

About Columbus McKinnon
Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, systems and services, which efficiently and ergonomically move, lift, position and secure materials. Key products include hoists, cranes, actuators and rigging tools. The Company is focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by its superior design and engineering know-how. Comprehensive information on Columbus McKinnon is available on its website at http://www.cmworks.com.

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