Lever Chain Hoists
When a lift calls for a hoist you can carry to the job, set up quickly, and control with precision, a lever chain hoist is hard to beat. Also called ratchet chain hoists or chain come alongs, they work vertically, horizontally, and at an angle, so one tool covers lifting, pulling, tensioning, and positioning in tight or rugged spaces. A ratcheting lever handle moves the load in small, controlled increments, which keeps raising and lowering smooth.
Lever Hoist or Hand Chain Hoist?
The deciding factor is direction. A hand chain hoist is built for vertical lifting only. A lever hoist handles vertical, horizontal, and angled work, and its compact, portable build suits field jobs and confined spaces where a larger hoist won't fit.
Choosing a Brand
Atlas Series: Premium Strength
Atlas Lifting & Rigging builds its premium Atlas Series lever chain hoists for maximum strength in demanding industrial environments. Atlas is known for engineering, in-house manufacturing, and value, and each hoist is proof tested to 150% of its rated capacity with serialized certification for traceability.
Hoistek Series: Value for Essential Jobs
The Hoistek Series is the value-based option from Atlas, designed for essential jobs where safety and cost-efficiency matter most.
CM: Decades of Field Reliability
CM lever hoists have a long record of reliability in industrial and construction settings. Known for rugged builds and smooth ratcheting performance, they're a go-to choice for professionals on lifting and pulling jobs where consistency matters most.
Custom Lever Hoists
When a standard hoist doesn't match your lift height, capacity, or configuration, we can build to your requirements through our custom lever chain hoist program. That includes specialized setups for bull rigging, where crane access isn't available. Our product experts can help you spec the right solution.
Questions?
Not sure which hoist fits your job? Need other lifting hardware like wire rope, blocks and pulleys, lifting clamps, or hooks? Call to speak with one of our product specialists.
