Application: General purpose hoist for bulk carrier ship operations
Customer: Canada Steamship Lines (Baie St. Paul bulk carrier)
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Hoist Model: Columbia HF2100-4A33-L-02 AC Electric Hoist
Performance:
- Line Pull: 2,100 pounds on the first layer
- Line Speed: 24.1 feet per minute on the first layer
- Wire Rope Capacity: 285 feet x 5/16″ diameter wire rope with latching hook
- Power Source: 460 VAC / Three Phase / 60 Hz
Special Features:
- Marine-grade construction for Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway conditions
- Extended wire rope capacity for versatile deck operations
- Proven design used throughout the C.S.L. fleet
- Reliable AC electric operation for continuous marine duty
Why APPI:
Operating a 740-foot bulk carrier that traverses the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway requires equipment that can withstand harsh marine conditions. When the Chief Engineer aboard Canada Steamship Lines’ Baie St. Paul needed a reliable general purpose hoist, he contacted Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) with specific requirements.
The Chief Engineer’s familiarity with Columbia hoists came from years of experience with multiple APPI units operating throughout the C.S.L. fleet. Consequently, he requested the Columbia HF2100 by model number, knowing it would meet the vessel’s demanding operational needs.
Through discussions about the application, APPI and the Chief Engineer confirmed that the HF2100 would provide the ideal combination of lifting capacity, line speed, and wire rope capacity for the vessel’s general purpose requirements. Additionally, the hoist needed to handle various deck operations reliably in marine conditions.
Key features of this proven bulk carrier hoist include:
- 2,100-pound line pull capacity suitable for a wide range of shipboard lifting tasks, from maintenance equipment to cargo handling accessories.
- Extended 285-foot wire rope capacity providing exceptional reach for multi-deck operations and various lifting scenarios.
- 24.1 feet per minute line speed offering efficient operation while maintaining precise load control during critical lifts.
- Marine-duty construction designed specifically for the challenging conditions encountered on Great Lakes bulk carriers.
This solution offers several operational advantages. First, the proven reliability of Columbia hoists throughout the C.S.L. fleet reduces maintenance concerns. Second, the general purpose design provides versatility for various shipboard tasks. Third, the AC electric power source integrates seamlessly with the vessel’s existing electrical system.
By selecting APPI’s Columbia HF2100 bulk carrier hoist, Canada Steamship Lines continues their successful partnership with proven equipment. The hoist’s robust construction and reliable performance ensure safe, efficient operations aboard the Baie St. Paul.
For more information about general purpose bulk carrier hoists or any of APPI’s other specialized marine products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc. With over 40 years of experience in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes tailored to specific application requirements, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the marine transportation industry.