icon ZKE Medium Electric Chain Hoists: Optimal Design for Low Headroom

The ZKE medium electric chain hoists feature several improvements over the HHBB standard electric chain hoists: a one-piece cast aluminum body for dust and spray protection, and a newly added friction clutch to effectively prevent damage to the body and load chain during overload and lifting. The ZKE medium electric chain hoists can be widely used for lifting heavy objects or installed on single-girder overhead cranes, straight and curved I-beams, and also on double-girder overhead cranes, portable gantry cranes, or cantilever cranes. They are commonly used lifting devices in industrial and mining enterprises, on railways, at docks, and in warehouses.

Price List of ZKE Medium Electric Chain Hoists: Long-Term Cost Savings

For more information on the specifications and reference prices of ZKE medium electric chain hoists, please refer to the following table. 

TypeCapacity (ton)Lifting Height (m)Lifting Power (kW)H (mm)I Beam (mm)Price (USD)
ZKEQ01-01141.548080-160$660
ZKEQ02-0124353080-160$922
ZKEQ02-02241.557080-160$728
ZKEQ03-01343.6550100-178$970
ZKEQ03-02343700100-178$1,009
ZKEQ05-02543.6750100-178$1,184
ZKEQ75-037.543.6960100-178$1,766

Product Features of ZKE Medium Electric Chain Hoists

  • Low-Headroom Optimized Design: The compressed body structure effectively shortens the distance between the crossbeam track and the machine body, allowing for higher lifting heights and solving the problem of insufficient lifting stroke in low-ceilinged factories.
  • Dual Safety Protection: A new friction clutch overload protection system, coupled with upper and lower limit switches, prevents overload and overtravel, offering a safety level higher than the standard model.
  • High-Protection and Durable Body: IP55 protection rating + M5 working class, cast aluminum housing for excellent motor heat dissipation, suitable for use in harsh conditions such as humid and dusty environments.
  • Stable Dual-Axis Trolley Operation: Utilizing dual drive shafts and dual sets of wheels, it ensures even force distribution, prevents deviation, and resists swaying, resulting in smoother long-distance/heavy-load travel.
  • High-Strength Load-Bearing Connection: Forged lifting rings and high-strength bolts ensure reliable bearing of suspended and impact loads, offering convenient assembly and disassembly, and robust durability.

Component Details of ZKE Medium Electric Chain Hoists

Aluminum-Alloy Shell

Aluminum Alloy Shell
  • Features a unibody aluminum alloy casing with a fully sealed design, making it lightweight yet robust.
  • Equipped with an external cooling fan, offering high heat dissipation efficiency, and achieving up to 40% continuous operation.
  • Suitable for use in harsh operating environments, such as chemical plants, electroplating plants, and other specialized locations.

Aviation Connectors

Aviation Connectors
  • High-voltage, high-current connectors with devices to prevent mis-insertion or reverse insertion.
  • Waterproof and dustproof features for enhanced safety during use.
  • Provides power and signal transmission for electric hoists.

Electric Trolley

Electric Trolley
  • Dual-axis running trolley with two drive shafts and a horizontal guide wheel design.
  • Even force distribution for smoother operation.
  • Significantly reduces machine sway and load swing, improving positioning accuracy.
  • More suitable for long-distance travel and production lines and workshops requiring anti-sway operation.

Chain

Chain
  • Uses imported FEC G80 grade high-strength lifting chain.
  • Professionally heat-treated, breaking strength > 800MPa.
  • Wear resistance is approximately 3 times higher than that of ordinary chains.
  • Corrosion-resistant, can be used stably in harsh environments such as humid, chemical, and coastal areas.

Hook

Hook
  • High-strength forged hooks, 50% more resilient, less prone to breakage
  • 360° flexible rotation, easy to hook

Motor

Motor
  • Uses a 100% pure copper coil motor
  • High conductivity and strong power
  • High temperature resistance, no power degradation during continuous operation
  • Equipped with a high-frequency electromagnetic contactor to meet frequent start-stop requirements

Security Protection System of ZKE Medium Electric Chain Hoists

Security Protection System of ZKE Medium Electric Chain Hoists
  • Friction clutch: It automatically activates when the load exceeds the rated value, cuts off the power supply, prevents the motor from burning out or the chain from breaking, and protects the overall structure of the machine.
  • Upper and lower limit switch: Automatically stops when reaching the limit position, preventing chain overtravel, top-to-bottom collisions, and damage to the equipment, thus improving operational safety.
  • Side magnetic braking device: Provides instant braking upon power cut-off, with rapid response, ensuring absolute braking safety during heavy lifting.
  • Hook with latch: Standard high-strength safety tongue effectively prevents hook slippage, improving lifting stability and making high-altitude operations safer.

Comparison of Three Different Models

To meet diverse lifting needs, ZKHOIST has launched three electric chain hoists with different positioning and differentiated designs for different typical applications:

Comparison ItemsHHBBZKEZKKN
Factory with insufficient ceiling space, medium-load, and continuous operation.610mm480mm380mm
Security ConfigurationUpper and lower limit switch
Side magnetic braking device
Hook with latch
Friction clutch
Upper and lower limit switch
Side magnetic braking device
Hook with latch
Motor overheat protection
Electro-disc brake
Micro limit switch
Friction clutch
Hook with latch
Other ConfigurationSingle-axle trolley
Single lifting speed
G80 grade chain
Dual-axle trolley
Single lifting speed
G80 grade chain
Dual-axle trolley
Double lifting speed
DAT alloy steel chain
Work DutyM4M5M6
Core AdvantagesLow Price
Lightweight structure
Dual-security protection
Low headroom design
Multiple protections
Dual-speed lifting
H-class insulation
Typical ApplicationFactory with ample top space, light-load, short-distance operation.Factory with insufficient ceiling space, medium-load and continuous operation.Workshop with precision assembly, heavy-load operation, and humid or dusty environments.

Free Expert Support: Choose the Right Hoist for Your Project

ZKE medium electric chain hoists are designed for low-ceilinged factories, stable operation, and continuous work scenarios. If you are unsure about the suitable tonnage, lifting height, or rail specifications, or want to compare the compatibility of the HHBB standard electric chain hoists and ZKKN premium electric chain hoists, ZKHOIST engineers will provide you with a free one-on-one selection solution to help you choose a product that better suits your working conditions and offers the best cost performance.

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