Chain Hoists
Dependable manual hoisting comes down to matching the hoist to the job. We carry hand chain hoists, lever chain hoists, and compact lever hoists, built for performance, safety, and efficiency from the shop floor to field work.
Types of Chain Hoists
Hand Chain Hoist
Also called a manual hoist or chain winch, a hand chain hoist lifts loads vertically by pulling a hand chain in a loop. It suits fixed installations and heavier lifting tasks, and it's a common fixture in warehouses and industrial settings.
Lever Chain Hoist
A lever chain hoist works for both vertical lifting and horizontal pulling, using a push/pull lever for operation. It offers precise directional control and portability, which suits field applications, rigging, and utility work.
Compact Lever Hoist
Compact lever hoists use a lightweight, small-footprint build for tight spaces and quick lifts. They're smaller than a standard lever hoist but still deliver strong lifting power and control, which makes them a fit for light-duty, on-the-go jobs.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature |
Hand Chain Hoist |
Lever Chain Hoist |
Compact Lever Chain Hoist |
| Operation Method |
Pull hand chain in a loop |
Push/pull lever handle |
Push/pull lever handle |
| Primary Use |
Vertical lifting of suspended loads |
Vertical and horizontal lifting, pulling, bracing |
Tight-space lifting and light-duty adjustments |
| Control Precision |
High lift precision |
Good directional control |
Quick, lightweight use |
| Portability |
Moderate, often fixed in place |
High, mobile and easy to carry |
Very high, fits in tool bags or rigging kits |
| Typical Applications |
Shops, warehouses, fixed lifting stations |
Construction, field rigging, utility work |
HVAC, tight rigging spaces, mobile repairs |
Chain Hoist Brands
Atlas Lifting & Rigging
Atlas Lifting & Rigging pairs strong performance with an accessible price, and as a leading manufacturer of manual hoists it builds a full range of chain-driven hoists for every budget and job type. Each hoist is made in-house using advanced forming and CNC machining, with 150% operational load testing and serialized proof test certification for traceability. Atlas organizes its hoists into three lines, each aimed at a different kind of job.
Atlas Series
The top tier. Atlas Series chain hoists and lever hoists are built for rugged durability and demanding environments.
Titon Series
The middle ground. Titon Series hoists offer balanced, everyday manual hoisting at an accessible price, built for long-lasting performance.
Hoistek Series
The value line. Hoistek Series hoists cover essential lifting tasks where reliability and cost-efficiency matter most.
CM
For professionals who value brand legacy and field-tested trust, CM chain hoists are known for durability and decades of dependable use, a good fit for industrial operations where reliability and familiarity matter. The lineup runs from the classic Cyclone hoist to compact mini hoist options.
Questions?
Not sure which chain hoist fits your job? Looking for other lifting hardware like wire rope, blocks and pulleys, lifting clamps, or hooks? Call to speak with one of our product specialists.
