R&M LoadMate

Electric Chain Hoists

Reliable long-term performance

R&M LoadMate electric chain hoists

EASE OF
OPERATION
Innovative design enhances

LONG
LIFE
Built for tough duty,
lasting performance

versatility and ease of use

Every feature of the LoadMate hoist assembly includes rugged,

high-performance materials and quality engineering for longer

Premium-grade precision gearing contributes to the

hoists compact, low-headroom design, low noise level

service life and less downtime.

and smooth operation.

Integral control panel encloses all electrical components
(contactors, transformer, terminal strips, etc.) and is easily
accessed for maintenance.
Easy trolley mounting attachment meets various
application requirements. Slot in top of hoist body allows
easy changeover of top hook, push trolley or motorized
trolley mountings.
Crown tread wheels standard on push and motorized trolleys,
for use on standard I-beams and wide-flange W-beams.
Optional hour counter is available to assist with
scheduled maintenance.

SAFETY
Meets and exceeds industry

Thermal protection of hoisting motor prevents damage

due to overheating. A 2-speed hoist motor is available,
offering more precise load handling and longer motor life
due to less wear on the brake and contactor.
Hoist body is constructed of pressure-cast aluminum for
light weight and easy handling, epoxy-painted for corrosion
resistance, and ribbed for better heat dissipation.
5-pocket chain sprocket (6-pocket on LM16) is heat-treated
and machined to a high tolerance, providing exceptionally
smooth lifting and reduced chain wear.
Load chain is electro-zinc plated, heat-treated, and has a
high tensile strength. Chain is also specially designed for
chain hoist use.
Chain guide ensures precise alignment of chain with load
sprocket, reducing wear and prolonging chain life.

All R&M hoists are statically and dynamically tested with

a minimum of 125% rated load prior to shipping.

REDUCED
MAINTENANCE

Electromagnetic disc brake-clutch combination is designed

for efficiency, safety, easy access and adjustment. The friction-

Quality keeps your hoist on the

job long past the pay-off point.

safety standards

type torque limiter is integrated with the brake (LM1, LM05,

LM10) to ensure that the load is always stopped when the

LoadMate hoists are designed to run cool and maximize the

life of gears, brakes and motors. Longer com-

control button is released.

ponent life means less maintenance,

less downtime and lower repair

Upper/lower limit switches stop the hoisting motion

when the hook reaches the top or bottom limit of travel,
providing safer operation and longer equipment life
(optional on LM1 models).
Low-voltage controls enhance operator safety. 115-volt
electrical control panel and pushbutton control are
standard; 48-volt control is available as an option.
Emergency stop button is standard (except on LM1 models).
Both control panel and pushbutton control are designed to
meet NEMA type 3R specifications.
Load hook is drop-forged and heat-treated for strength and
durability and is provided with a safety latch.

costsand that translates to

savings over the lifetime of
your hoist equipment.

Quality, value, versatility

LoadMate hoists are designed to maximize productivity
with fast installation, easy operation and built-in durability.

Mounting Configurations

The compact design provides low headroom and allows close

trolley approaches. R&Ms advanced design and manufacturing techniques assure you of safe operation, consistent quality
and longer component life. It adds up to exceptional value

Push trolley

hoist equipment that saves on maintenance, repair and downtime costs over its lifetime.

Flexibility to meet your exact

requirements
R&M LoadMate electric chain hoists offer a range of choices for
a wide variety of applications (short ton and metric ratings).
1/8 to 5 ton capacities (125 - 5000 kg)
Choice of 3 mounting configurations
10, 15 and 20 ft. lifts standard; additional lifting heights
available up to 150 ft. single fall, 75 ft. double fall
1- or 2-speed hoist motors (2-speed hoist motor ratio is 4:1)
Lift speeds from 8 to 32 FPM single-speed, 12/3 to 32/8
FPM two-speed
0.31 to 4.7 HP hoist motors
TDU (Trolley Drive Unit) available for 2-speed or
variable-speed operation

Fixed top hook

Single-speed hoists are reconnectable for 230 or 460/3/60

460/60/3
Two-speed hoists available for 230, 460, 575/3/60
575/60/3 or
380/3/50
380/50/3 power supply

Quality features others dont

offeror offer at extra costare
standard on LoadMate hoists.
NEMA type 3R protection classification
2-speed hoist motor with 4:1 speed ratio
Braking system with load limiter
Trolley brake
Plug-in pushbutton pendant
Thermal protection of hoist motor
Epoxy-painted hoist body
Electro-zinc plated load chain
Chain container
Emergency stopbuilt-in mainline contactor (except LM1)
For other requirements contact factory.

Motorized trolley

 built to make your operation safer, more

Compact, modular design
LoadMates new compact design provides easy access to
all major components. Its modular assembly allows for
cost-efficient repair and part replacement.

Large, integral control panel

All models CSA approved
(except 380V models)

provides good heat dissipation

and easy access.

Hoist motor is 30-minute rated,

Class F insulated TENV
with thermal protection.

Electromagnetic disc brake minimizes

hook drift by bringing the motor
to a quick, smooth stop and holds
suspended loads with the power off.

LM05/10 Shown

Low-voltage pendant controller

is available with 2, 4 or 6 buttons,

Chain container is resistant

plus standard emergency stop

to oil and dirt.

button (except on LM1 models).

productive, more profitable.

ADDED
VERSATILITY
Programmable speed settings
enhance motorized trolley operation
Exclusive Trolley Drive Unit (TDU) offers 2-speed or
variable-speed trolley operation. Minimum and maximum
speed settings, as well as acceleration parameters, can be
defined to provide easy and precise load placement, reduced
Premium-grade precision
gearing contributes to
smooth, quiet operation.

load swing and less wear on equipment. The 115-volt

control is designed to meet NEMA type 3R specifications.
A plug-in connection to the hoist body allows fast
installation without special tools.

Control Method Flexibility

reduced chain wear.

braking

decel.

fast
speed

slow
speed

accel.

braking

decel.

fast
speed

accel.

accel.

selected
speed

selected
speed

accel.

design provides smooth

operation, less vibration,

TDU Variable Speed

120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0

5-pocket (6-pocket on
LM16) chain sprocket

accel.

for easy positioning of the load.

accel.

bearings allow for 360 rotation

slow
speed

Load hooks heavy-duty thrust needle

TDU Two Speed

70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0

4501 Gateway Blvd.

Springfield, Ohio 45502
Phone: (937) 328-5100
Fax:
(937) 325-5319
Nationwide Toll-Free 1-800-955-9967
www.rmhoist.com
Bulletin No. 6004
5M-SPP-1/01
2001, R&M Materials Handling, Inc.
LoadMate is a registered trademark
of R&M Materials Handling, Inc.

R&M Manual Chain

Hoisting Equipment
RM Manual Chain Hoist
Load capacities from 1/4
1/8 ton to 53 tons
Chain sprocket on mounted bearings
Weston-style braking
Lower hook limit maintained by fixed stop on load chain
Axles, pinions and gear wheels of hardened steel;
double-reduction drive train

RL Manual Lever Puller

Designed for both hoisting and pulling loads
1/4,
ton capacities
load capacities
3/4, 3/4,
1-1/21-1/2,
and 3and
ton3load
Weston-style brake prevents load from being dropped
at any time
Lever directional switch allows operation from
any direction

PT Manual Push Trolley

Converts fixed top hook hoist for push travel
1/4,
2, 33 ton
andload
5 ton
load capacities
1/2, 1/2,
1, 2 1,
and
capacities
Wheels mounted on bearings
Wheel treads compatible with any type of
monorail girder
Adjustable for a wide range of flange widths

Quality support that ensures successful results

From installation through full-scale operation, R&M provides you with comprehensive
support that includes our network of independent service technicians . . . an operations,
maintenance and spare parts manual with every product . . . and the protection of a
two-year warranty.

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R&M Materials Handling, Inc. reserves the right to alter technical specifications.