Bison Electric Chain Hoists: Power, Safety & Precision for Every Job

When it comes to lifting equipment, few names deliver the combination of strength, safety, and reliability like Bison Lifting Equipment. Their electric chain hoists are designed for professionals across industries — from small workshops to heavy-duty manufacturing plants.

Whether you need a single-phase hoist for light-duty applications, a three-phase single-speed hoist for industrial use, or a dual-speed hoist for precision and efficiency, Bison offers a solution built to last.

🔌 Single-Phase Electric Chain Hoists

Ideal for shops, garages, and facilities without access to three-phase power.

Key Features:

• Runs on 115V/230V single-phase power

• Lifting capacities from ¼ ton up to 3 tons

• Electromagnetic brake for load security

• Upper & lower limit switches for safety

• Supplied with pendant control and chain container

• Uses Grade 80 FEC Japanese load chain

👉 Best For: Light-to-medium duty applications, small shops, maintenance areas, and retrofit jobs.

⚡ Three-Phase Single-Speed Chain Hoists

A step up in power and durability, these hoists are made for continuous heavy-duty lifting.

Key Features:

• Wired for 460V, convertible to 230V three-phase

• Pull-rotor motor brake for heavy-duty reliability

• Compact aluminum body saves headroom

• Overload protection and phase-reversal relay

• Meets ASME B30.16 safety standards

👉 Best For: Manufacturing plants, warehouses, fabrication shops, and high-load environments.

🎯 Three-Phase Dual-Speed (Two-Speed) Chain Hoists

For applications where speed + precision matter, dual-speed hoists give operators more control.

Key Features:

• Two lifting speeds (fast mode for efficiency, slow mode for precision)

• Ideal for positioning heavy loads with accuracy

• Available in 2-ton and 3-ton models

• Retains all safety features of single-speed models

• Includes motorized trolley options for horizontal movement

👉 Best For: Assembly lines, production facilities, equipment alignment, and delicate load positioning.

📊 Choosing the Right Bison Hoist

✅ Why Choose Bison Lifting Equipment?

• Safety First: Overload protection, brakes, and limit switches are standard.

• Built to Last: Durable chain, compact frames, and weather-resistant components.

• Flexibility: Options for power supply, lift speeds, and configurations.

• Compliance: Meets ASME B30.16 and comes with load test certificates.