Mobile Cart Skyhook with Articulating Arm

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The Mobile Cart Sky Hook with Articulating Arm features a 250 lb capacity mobile crane attached to an easily maneuverable cart, making it ideal for lifting and moving application in tight, hard-to-reach locations with the added convenience of a utility cart. More flexible than an overhead crane, this mobile lifting device can be moved from location to location, and is designed to fit narrow aisles - it  is designed to fit a 3 foot standard aisle.

It is ideal for the CNC industry in that it has a counter balance design, allowing to you to creep the crane with your attached load right up to the machine without having to extend any legs under your machine. It also has the added benefit of a top shelf for storing tools, materials, or components. CNC users are not our only users–this lifting device is also the ideal solution for many other general lifting applications.

The Mobile Cart Sky Hook with Articulating Arm allows you to reach into equipment, lift an object up to 250 lbs. and rotate it 360° and extend it as well thanks to the benefit of the special articulating arm. Using Sky Hook allows you to lift, transport and store machine accessories, material, or heavy awkward items while preventing serious back injuries. This design enables us to assist companies in virtually all industries with their lifting requirements.

The Mobile Cart Sky Hook with Articulating Arm is available in 4 different models:

A8570 Economy  - Lever Operated Friction Brake with Roller Chain
A8770 Premium - Loadlock Clutch Brake with Roller Chain
A9570 Economy - Lever Operated Friction Brake with 3/16" Cable
A9770 Premium - Loadlock Clutch Brake with 3/16" Cable

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See the Q & A tab above for the benfits of each feature.  All models features an easy to use hook system, allowing you to attach it directly to you load, or to use it with one of our popular add on accessories (see below). We can also customize these units, see detailed images above for details.

Please Note: Counterweights are required and must be at least 250% of the lifted load.
There are two options:
1) Supply you own counterweights 
2) Purchase counter- weight kit, load capacity 250 lbs. as an add on option (See image in pictures above) 

Specs:

  • Load limit 250 lbs.
  • Pivots 360° under load with support legs extended
  • 71.6" Length of lift
  • Sky Hook weighs 46 lbs.
  • Mobile Cart weighs 128 lbs.
  • Overall height of Sky Hook including base is 72"
  • 33" Overall cart width with support legs retracted
  • One rotation of the hand wheel = approximately 1" of vertical lift
  • 6" ball bearing casters allow for easy movement, 2 rigid, 2 360 swivel with locking brakes
  • Heavy duty 12ga. steel shelf with angle posts for maximum strength
  • Constructed of high strength steel
  • Custom modifications available
  • Counter Weight Required!
  • Totally maintenance free
  • Meets applicable O.S.H.A. requirements
  • Made in the USA

Optional Accessories:

  • Counter Weight Kit - 630 lb. counter weight kit, Easy to maneuver steel weights with handles. Includes bolt-down locating brackets and all mounting hardware.
  • Vise Hook - Safely and easily lift your vise. Takes the strain out of removing your vise from your mill every time you need to change your setup, Designed to lift a 6-10" vise jaw.
  • Chuck Hook - The safest and easiest way to handle your chuck Just tighten the jaws against the Chuck Hook and lift. No slings to slip off; no drilling or tapping needed. Capable of handling up to a 20" chuck or 300 lbs
  • Nylon Lifting Slings - Heavy duty nylon double loop construction. Available in 3', 4', 5', and 6' lengths.
  • Choker Collar - Reduce the lifting reach of your Sky Hook for custom lifting applications. Allows for operation in tight working conditions
  • Floor Mount Base - Allows you to install the lifting crane in areas where you cart will not fit
  • Lift Hitch Attachment - Slips directly into a standard 2" Class 3 truck receiver hitch. Receiver base weighs 20 lbs.

 

Mobile Cart Skyhook with Articulating Arm - Reviews
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Q & A

What is the difference between the chain and cable lifts?

All the Sky Hook models are available in either roller chain or cable configurations.  Each configuration has unique benefits and are best suited for the appropriate lifting application. 

The Steel Roller Chain option provides a consistent travel rate and precise load positioning. Cables on the other hand stack up on the spool, requiring a slightly more amount of force as the cable is reeled in.

Cables are typically quicker and easier to inspect, and many large corporations require cable only for all their lifting devices.

The chain option creates a smoother lowering and raising of your load, smoother braking, as well as providing a stronger solution, therefore needing to replace your cables less often. The cable option is more useful in wet areas where moisture and rust build up is more common.

What is the difference between a friction style brake and a clutch brake?

There are two brake styles offered for the Sky Hook lifting devices. Each brake style offers specific benefits for different applications.

Friction Brake (Economy):

The standard Friction Brake utilizes the friction of a brake on a hub to hold the load applied to the hook of the Sky Hook. This brake style has a lever that protrudes from the top of the Sky Hook gearbox by the hand wheel. Using the Friction Brake is a simple one-hand operation. For the operator to raise the load he must simply rotate the hand wheel clockwise*.

To lower the load, the operator will need to slowly pull back on the brake lever while controlling the rate of descent with the palm of the same hand against the outer ring of the hand wheel. The operator can lower the load as slow, or fast, as desired. If there is a very light load or no load at all on the hook of the Sky Hook, the operator may need to either rotate the hand wheel counter-clockwise*, or pull down on the hook, while pulling back on the brake lever. If at any point the operator lets go of the brake lever, the Sky Hook will hold the load at that position.

The benefits of this brake style can be seen in that it is very economical in that it does not add any cost to the Sky Hook unit. It is also a great option for customers requiring quick operation especially when lowering the load. Customers lowering the load long distances would find it to be beneficial because of the ease of operation.  

Clutch Brake (Premium - Weston Style Brake):

The Clutch Brake option uses the design concept used commonly in handchain operated chain hoists. The Clutch Brake uses mechanical screw forces to hold the load at all times. Releasing the brake is done by the operator rotating the hand wheel counter-clockwise*. There is no lever required to operate this brake. Operation of the Clutch Brake is seamless and convenient.

Raising the load with a Clutch Brake requires the operator to simply rotate the hand wheel clockwise* same as on the Friction Brake. The difference between the two brake styles is in the operation of lowering the load. Lowering the load with a Clutch Brake requires the operator to simply rotate the hand wheel the opposite direction from raising it. The brake does all the work for releasing when necessary.

If at any point the operator lets go of the hand wheel, the Sky Hook will hold the load at that position. The benefits of this brake are in simplicity. It does not require explanation to operate. Employers can trust that the Sky Hook brake will not likely be used incorrectly as the room for error is nearly non-existent. The extra cost of this brake style is easily respected with the additional ease of use it offers.

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Item - A8570
Our price - $4393.99
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Add-On Accesories:
Vise Hook - Part# 8515( +$110.00)
Chuck Hook - Part# 8520 ( +$167.00)
Choker Collar - Part# 8507 ( +$250.00)
Counter Weight Kit - Part# CW-630-Kit( +$3414.00)
Floor Base - Part#8550-B ( +$661.00)
Hitch Option - Part# 8540-B( +$498.00)
Nylon Lifting Slings:
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