Columbia Barge Positioning Hoist
Application: AC electric hoist used to position barges for dredging operation
Customer: Equipment Specialties/Piranha Pumps
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Hoist Model: Columbia HG4500-4A17-X-00 AC Electric Hoist
Performance Based on 460 VAC / 3 Phase / 60 Hz:
Line Pull: 4,500 pounds on the first layer
Line Speed: 11 feet per minute on the first layer
Wire Rope Capacity: 38 feet x 3/8″ diameter stainless steel wire rope with latching hook
Special Features: 2.0 HP brakemotor with spring applied electrically released brake to maintain dredge position. Left hand grooved drum for 3/8” wire rope with a custom cable tension plate to prevent “bird nesting” during slack line conditions during dredge movement….