Twin Hook Kito Electric Chain Hoists for Hydropower Industry

Hydropower Customer Specification

A leading hydropower station operator contacted our sales team to procure a twin hook lifting solution for replacing two sluice gates. A sluice gate is a movable barrier that controls water flow in rivers, canals, dams, and other water systems. It regulates water levels and flow rates by opening or closing. As a result, the project required equipment with precise lifting and lowering capabilities, as well as reliable performance in a challenging aquatic environment.

To ensure an optimal solution, the client shared detailed layout drawings, allowing us to tailor the hoists to their project’s needs. their project’s specific needs.

Twin Hook Hoist Solution

To meet these requirements, we supplied two 5 tonne Kito Electric Twin Hook Chain Hoists, model TWER2-050-IS. By incorporating custom features, our team designed a solution to handle the complexities of the sluice gate replacement project. As a result, the twin hooks hoist provides high precision, durability, and safety in the hydropower station’s environment.

Key features of the supplied hoists include:

1. Synchronized Lifting:
   • Each 5 tonne hoist is equipped with an inverter for synchronized lifting and lowering of the twin hooks. This not only ensures accurate sluice gate positioning but also prevents load imbalance or damage during installation and removal.
     
     
2. Corrosion Resistance:
   • Nickel-plated load chains and stainless-steel bottom blocks provide robust performance in water-exposed conditions.
   • Epoxy-painted surfaces in Kito yellow additionally offer exceptional protection against corrosion, making the hoists suitable for offshore and aquatic environments.
     
     
3. Enhanced Safety Features:
   • Thermal protectors safeguard the hoists against overheating during prolonged operations.
   • Upper and lower limit switches prevent over-travel, minimizing the risk of equipment damage.
     
     
4. Precision and Maintenance Monitoring:
   • The twin hook hoists dual-speed lifting results in precise control of the sluice gates during installation and removal.
   • A counter hour meter tracks equipment usage, enabling proactive maintenance planning, reducing the risk of unexpected breakdowns and extending the lifespan of the hoists.
     
     
5. Custom Design Fit:
   • The 3048 mm span width between hooks and 10-meter height of lift suited the layout requirements provided by the client.
   • The hook suspension evidently facilitates straightforward integration into the existing steel structure without requiring significant modifications.
     
     
6. Ease of Operation:
   • Pendant controls provide the operators with intuitive and efficient control of the twin hook system over the lifting process.
     

Twin Hook Hoist Purpose and Benefits

The Kito Electric Twin Hook Chain Hoists will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless replacement of the hydropower station’s sluice gates. Not only do these hoists ensure precision, reliability and durability, but they also offer cost-efficiency. Consequently, their easy integration and user-friendly design support smooth project completion and operational costs.

Red Rooster Lifting delivered a tailored lifting solution to meet the client’s stringent specifications for replacing the hydropower station’s sluice gates. Ultimately, This case study demonstrates our commitment to providing customized solutions for challenging industrial applications.

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