What is a chain block?

What is a Chain Block? Often referred to as a Chain Block Hoist, Manual chain block, Block & Tackle, and Manual Hoists, a lifting Chain Block is a piece of lifting equipment for hoisting heavy loads up to 5000 KG. By using gears and chain, when the chains pass around the gears and the hand chain is pulled, it will lift the load that is attached.

Where can I buy a manual chain block hoist?

Lifting Gear Direct has a vast choice of manual chain block hoists for sale from all the key brands as well as a number of cheaper alternatives, so there is a chain pulley block to suit all pockets. We are now supplying our own Lifting Gear Direct manual chain hoist in order to offer a cheaper alternative to bigger brand models.

What are the different types of blockchains?

Other types of blockchains include consortium blockchains and hybrid blockchains, both of which combine different aspects of public and private blockchains. Research from the McKinsey Technology Council suggests that by 2027, up to 10 percent of global GDP could be associated with blockchain-enabled transactions.

Are chain blocks CE approved?

Fully tested and approved to CE standards, they feature mechanical load brakes, hardened... Well suited to general workshop and light industrial use, these robust chain blocks are fully tested and are fully approved to CE standards. They feature mechanical load brakes for safe operation and compact...