Application: Plant hoist for multiple locations in a poultry processing facility
Customer: George’s Foods, LLC
Location: Harrisonburg, VA
Hoist Model: Columbia HD2000-P-01 Pneumatic Hoist
Line Pull: 2,000 pounds on the first layer
Line Speed: 19 feet per minute on the first layer
Wire Rope Capacity: 84 feet x 5/16″ diameter wire rope with latching hook
Power Source: Pneumatic – 80 SCFM and 70 PSI
Why APPI:
George’s Foods, LLC, a leading poultry processing company, sought a reliable and low-maintenance hoist solution for their facility in Harrisonburg, VA. The hoist would be a critical component in their production process and needed to operate efficiently in multiple locations within the plant, including hazardous areas.
Phil Shifflet, a sales representative from Ferebee-Johnson Company, an industrial supplier in Harrisonburg, VA, was tasked with finding the ideal hoist for George’s Foods. After conducting thorough research and engaging in application discussions with Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI), it was determined that the Columbia HD2000 pneumatic hoist would best meet the customer’s requirements.
The Columbia HD2000 pneumatic hoist offers a line pull of 2,000 pounds on the first layer and a line speed of 19 feet per minute, providing ample power and speed for the poultry processing plant’s needs. With a wire rope capacity of 84 feet x 5/16″ diameter and a latching hook, the hoist ensures secure lifting and positioning of materials throughout the facility.
One of the key advantages of the Columbia HD2000 pneumatic hoist is its versatility in installation and use across multiple locations. The hoist’s pneumatic power source, requiring 80 SCFM and 70 PSI, allows for flexible placement and operation within the plant, including hazardous areas where electric hoists may not be suitable.
The ease of installation and reliable performance of the Columbia HD2000 pneumatic hoist have greatly satisfied George’s Foods, as reported by Phil Shifflet. The hoist has seamlessly integrated into their production process, enhancing efficiency and minimizing maintenance requirements.
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