He points out that on electric chain hoists a slip clutch is used, while with rope hoists an electronic overload safety device is a better option.
He says: “An electronic overload safety device works substantially more precisely than a slip clutch. The electronic overload safety device switches off the device at 125% – with a normal slip clutch it can be 130% or more.”
Kito offers optionally an electronic overload safety device for its electric chain hoists.
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