Application: Float Plane Lift System
Customer: International Marine Flotation Systems (IMFS)
Location: Delta, BC Canada
Hoist Model: Columbia HL9000-2A17-L-02
Performance:
- Line Pull: 9,000 pounds
- Line Speed: 10 feet per minute
- Power Source: 230 VAC / Single Phase / 60 Hz
Special Features: Custom controls, water-tight hoist housing, radio remote control
Why APPI:
International Marine Flotation Systems (IMFS) approached Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) with a unique challenge: to design a lift system for seaplane maintenance that could operate efficiently in both air and water environments. The result was an innovative floating platform that transforms from a square to an “H” shape, with two 32-foot by 20-foot ramps that submerge to lift seaplanes weighing up to 10,000 pounds.
APPI’s solution centered around the Columbia HL9000-2A17-L-02 AC electric hoist, specifically engineered for this marine application.
Key features of this float plane lift system include:
- Dual Columbia HL9000 hoists per ramp, providing a combined lifting capacity of 18,000 pounds.
- Water-tight boxes housing the hoists below deck level, ensuring safety and longevity of the equipment.
- 5/8″ wire ropes designed for marine environments, kept clear of personnel, equipment, and aircraft.
- CSA-rated 3 HP brake motors for reliable performance in demanding conditions.
- CUL-listed control enclosure with both local and radio remote control options.
- Selector switch allowing for individual or simultaneous operation of each hoist pair.
This custom-designed system offers IMFS and their clients several benefits:
- Efficient maintenance procedures for seaplanes
- Easy dewatering of floats
- Safe and controlled loading and unloading of aircraft
- Versatility in handling various seaplane models up to 10,000 pounds
By implementing APPI’s Columbia float plane lift system, IMFS has significantly improved their seaplane maintenance capabilities. The system’s innovative design and robust construction ensure safe, efficient operations in the challenging marine environment.
For more information about this float plane lift system or any of APPI’s other specialized marine and aviation products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc. With over 30 years of experience in providing custom winches, hoists, and lift systems for unique applications, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the marine and aviation industries.
