“SLX chain hoist is reliable, increases performance and adds value to the customers,” explains Kaushik Chakraborty, AGM – Workstation Lifting Systems, WMI Konecranes India Ltd.
SLX chain hoist by Konecranes is an advanced version of its predecessor CLX. Kaushik Chakraborty talks on why their SLX cranes are ideal for general manufacturing environments.
Latest crane Konecranes invests heavily in R&D to bring new technologies and innovations to the market. The company recently launched sleek, compact SLX chain hoist for light-lifting material handling segment. Konecranes has built on decades of experience with proven technologies to introduce this robust and durable unit to the market.
SLX chain hoist is an advanced version of its predecessor CLX, which won Red Dot Design Award in 2013. SLX electric chain hoist has been designed to meet and exceed industrial requirements and to provide a reliable solution for various processes in many different industries.
SLX is ideal for general manufacturing environments, where it can be used for high-speed load transfers and precise assembly work.
SLX chain hoistSLX chain hoist is reliable, increases performance and adds value to the customers through innovative technology, extended lifetime and increased safety. With dual-lifting speed, a standard limit switch and versatile configuration like hook suspension, push trolley and motorised trolley version, the SLX chain hoist can be used for a range of applications such as workstation cranes, overhead cranes, jib cranes and variety of fixed configurations.
Technical features• Models with single fall chain• The new 6:1 speed ratio enables high main speed and a slow second speed• Faster hoisting/lowering with partial loads• Programmable limit switch• Innovative 5-pocket chain sprocket with 5-intermediate teeth• New clutch concept with increased safety.
Advantages of SLX chain hoistSLX chain hoist has been developed to benefit customers’ bottom line.• Compact size provides exceptional headroom and lifting height• Robust design helps in significantly longer lifetime compared to standard 1 AM-rated chain hoists• Wide capacity range of 60 – 2,500 kg• In-built Inverter helps in smooth movement, saving time and increasing efficiency• Different levels of customisation for the exact solution• Suitable for extended temperature range -20 C to +50 C• Hoist body without any plastic and electrical designs are protected inside hoist covers.
Reliable performance with easy operationEnergy efficiency is the crucial parameter while selecting any crane as it increases the operating cost. Crane operation requires frequent starting and stopping. During each braking period and load lowering, the generated energy is either wasted or fed back to the supply line.
Konecranes designs its products with focus on improving the performance and reliability of the system, which in turn helps the customers in long run. SLX chain hoist is an electric chain hoist which provides efficiency with less usage of electricity. SLX has reliable performance with easy operation. With such performance packed features, SLX hoist is one of a kind.
Safety featuresA crane isn’t just lifting equipment, but helps keep production process and business running smoothly. Hence, safety is very important and Konecranes tries its best to provide features which help in smooth functioning. Its safety features are:• Shock load absorption: Reduces effect of a sudden shock load• Electronic overload device: With strain gauge sensor overload can be detected easily• Polygon dampening: Reduces vibration of the load by 40 per cent
Clutch control/brake control• Stops operation when speed in the secondary side of clutch is below set limit• Ensures that brake is open when motor is activated• Checks that brake is closed when motor is not running.
Availability of after-sales servicesKonecranes doesn’t supply lifting equipment but is committed to provide complete lifting solutions make clients’ operations even safer and productive. Konecranes has always been focusing on developing new technology and provide prompt service to customers. Konecranes has a team of more than 100 well-qualified, experienced service engineers. The company has also introduced new service concepts like crane reliability survey and equipment technical audit which are very helpful to maintenance staff to plan their activity and reduce downtime.
Based in Pune, Konecranes operates across India, including Mumbai, Vadodara, Nagpur, Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai.