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Economy Mobile Cart Sky Hooks

The Mobile Cart Sky Hooks are by far the most popular Sky Hooks we offer. Due to their versatility around the facility, full 360° Sky Hook rotation and ability to reach into machines and over benches, these Sky Hooks are often found to be invaluable pieces of equipment. These Sky Hooks are very popular for CNC machines and other equipment where there is not room enough to extend legs beneath the load. As part of the Economy Sky Hook product line, these models incorporate our economical, lever operated friction braking mechanism. The friction brake allows for safe, efficient operation, giving the operator the ability to position the load with precision.

The mobile cart is designed to match common utility cart dimensions for easy integration and maneuverability into any facility. With 6” x 2” casters and a structural steel construction the cart provides a stable platform for transporting heavy parts. This Sky Hooks with Mobile Carts are unique in that they offer full 360° rotation without legs extending forward beneath the load. This is accomplished through the use of built in load bearing support legs which can be extended for lifting or retracted for transport and storage. With the base support legs retracted, the Sky Hook can be transported though a standard 3’ doorway.

These mobile Sky Hook industrial lifting devices are designed to require counterweight to the amount of 125% of the load being lifted or 630 lbs. for the maximum load capacity. While many of our customers choose to utilize weights they already have, we do offer the counterweight as well if desired. The counterweights are sold separately or in kit form, depending on the application requirements.

The Economy Mobile Cart Sky Hooks are available in both roller chain and cable configurations. Be sure to also check out the Premium Sky Hook Product Line which incorporates our LoadLock clutch brake for a more simplified, easy-to-use brake operation.

Model #: 8570
Economy Chain Sky Hook with Mobile Cart Base

Chain Sky Hook

#35 Steel Roller Chain
Consistent Drive Rate
Chain Stored Inside Vertical Tube
Chain Travel: 75”
Rate of Lift: 1”/ Handwheel Revolution
Hand Wheel Height: 63.8”

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Model #: 9570
Economy Cable Sky Hook with Mobile Cart Base

Cable Sky Hook

3/16” Galvanized Steel Wire Rope
Easy Inspection
Cable Stored On Spool
Cable Travel: 100”
Rate of Lift: 1.5”/ Handwheel Revolution
Hand Wheel Height: 63.0”

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Economy Mobile Cart Sky Hooks Features & Benefits:

Reaches easily into machine without legs beneath load
Prevents lifting injuries
Uses one hand operation that does the work of four people
Safely lifts and positions up to 500 lbs. with one person
Designed for precision positioning
Lifts, transports, and stores machine accessories, material, or heavy awkward items.
Designed to fit a 3-foot standard aisle and tight, hard to reach areas
Use on CNC equipment and all other general lifting requirements
Economical brake style while allowing safe and controlled lifting up to 500 lbs.
6" x 2” polyolefin casters allows for easy, precise movement
Heavy duty 12ga. steel top shelf with angle posts for maximum strength
Constructed of high strength steel
Maintenance free
Limited manufacturer’s warranty
Meets applicable O.S.H.A. & ASME requirements
Made in the U.S.A. since 1969

Economy Mobile Cart Sky Hooks Specifications:

Load limit 500 lbs. / 227 kg.
Brake style: Lever Operated Friction Brake
Overall height (including base): 71.6”
Overall reach (center of hook to center of vertical tube): 21.3”
Sky Hook rotation in base: 360° (under load with support legs extended)
Sky Hook weight: 26 lbs.
Base weight: 128 lbs.
6" x 2” polyolefin casters (2-swivel w/ brakes, 2-rigid)
33.1" overall cart width with support legs retracted
Controlled lowering of the load by pulling back on the friction brake lever while applying a slight amount of pressure to the hand wheel with the palm of your hand
Brake automatically locks when hand is removed from brake lever
Custom modifications available
Counterweight Required!
o Option 1: Customer supplies own counterweight. Note: Counterweight minimum MUST be at least 125% of lifted load.
o Option 2: Purchase counter- weight kit, load capacity 500 lbs. (See Part# CW-630-KIT)
o Option 3: If load is less than 500 lbs., purchase individual counterweights. Note: Counterweight minimums MUST be at least 125% of lifted load. (See Part# CW-42LB)

Recommended Accessories:

Vise Hook

Spreader Bar with Sling Safe Hooks

Complete Cast Steel Counter Weight Kit

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Economy Sky Hooks have a simple and easy to use friction brake as well as some additional features making them ideal for applications requiring lower cost solutions. The Economy level Sky Hooks have the same structural integrity and quality of our premium level Sky Hooks. They are built and tested to the same standards to ensure they can consistently and safely lift the required load.

With a friction brake mechanism, the operator can easily lift the load by cranking the handwheel in the clockwise direction. If at any point the operator lets go of the handwheel, the brake will engage leaving the load to remain at that set height. Lowering the load requires the operator to ease back on the brake lever next to the handwheel while controlling the rate of descent with their hand on the handle or by lightly applying pressure of their palm on the outer surface of the handwheel.

Many customers find this brake style to be ideal for their application as it allows them to rapidly extend the chain during rigging. The friction brake is also beneficial for lowering the load quickly and efficiently. Alternatively many larger corporations require a clutch brake mechanism due to its more predicable operation and easily controlled lowering speed for operators who are not familiar with the friction brake lever control.

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Premium Sky Hooks are equipped with our LoadLock clutch brake and improved hard rubber casters for bases which utilize 6” caster wheels. This Premium line has quickly become the preferred Sky Hook product line, providing favored brake functionality with the more ergonomic, rotated handwheel location and upgraded base features. Our customers in Canada and the UK/Europe can also enjoy the Premium Sky Hook product line due to their ability to be CSA and CE certified.

Installed on all Premium Sky Hook models, our LoadLock clutch brake provides the seamless, easy to use operation our customer’s expect from a premium lifting device. Based on the industry proven Weston style clutch brake design, the brake increases holding strength as more load is applied. The key benefit to this brake is that no lever control is required to lower the load. To raise the load, the operator can easily crank the handwheel in the clockwise direction. If at any point the operator lets go of the handwheel, the brake will engage leaving the load to remain at that set height. To lower the load, the operator simply needs to crank the handwheel in the opposite direction. The internal brake mechanism does all of the work!

At times the Sky Hooks will be utilized for maintenance and repair situations. In these cases there may be long intervals between uses with a different person operating it each time. The Premium Sky Hooks with internal LoadLock clutch brakes provide the full functionality of a lifting device without the complex training of how to use it.

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When ergonomics in the workplace is a key concern, the Sky Hook lifting devices can be easily customized to reduce operator strain and improve posture during use. Studies show that ergonomic environments prevents workplace related injuries due to muscle strain and sustained work associated with high force. Ergonomics is also shown to increase employee productivity which in turn boost efficiency and improves product quality.

With custom Sky Hook modifications like ‘Lowered Dual Handwheels’, the operator can benefit from a handwheel position that is closer to waist height instead of shoulder height. Having two handwheels allows the operator the opportunity to use both hands to crank the wheels at the same time, much like a bicycle crank. For repetitive operation, this position reduces the strain on joints, making the operation faster and easier!

Other custom modifications can be incorporated to improve ergonomics for your specific lifting application. Check out our Customize page for more information on the custom Sky Hook modifications that can be incorporated into your design!

Roller Chain vs. Cable

All Sky Hook models are offered in both roller chain and cable configurations. Each configuration has unique benefits which may make all the difference depending on the lifting application. From the first Sky Hooks built in 1969, roller chain has been the primary lifting tether for these one of a kind lifting devices. Even though cable is definitely more of an industry standard for lifting, roller chain has benefits that have to be considered before making the determination as to which is best suited for your application.