What size electric hoist do I need?

Choose a hoist rated above your heaviest single load, not at it. Vovlift's Bison Lifting hoists run from 1/4 ton for light assembly to 10 ton for heavy fabrication. Sizing above the working load protects the motor and duty cycle. Call +1 (307) 441-5529 for help matching capacity.

Do I need a hoist with a trolley?

Add a trolley when you must move the load horizontally along an overhead I-beam, not just lift it vertically. Top-hook hoists stay fixed at one point; hoist + trolley builds roll the load across a bay. Vovlift stocks both configurations across most capacities.

How are electric hoists shipped and warrantied?

Electric hoists ship by insured LTL freight to protect the equipment in transit. Each Bison Lifting hoist carries the manufacturer warranty listed on its product page. Review the individual listing for warranty terms, or call +1 (307) 441-5529 with questions before you order.

Electric Hoists

Overhead lifting for workshops, fabrication shops, and warehouses — Vovlift stocks Bison Lifting electric chain hoists from 1/4 ton up to 10 ton. Choose single-phase, three-phase, one-speed or dual-speed control, top-hook or push-trolley builds to match your beam and duty cycle. Every listing carries a full spec table so you order the right voltage and capacity the first time.

✓ Capacities from 1/4 ton to 10 ton · ✓ Single-phase & three-phase options · ✓ Manufacturer warranty · ✓ Insured LTL freight · ✓ Sizing help: +1 (307) 441-5529

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Bison Lifting 1/4 Ton Single Phase Hoist

Entry-level single-phase hoist for light assembly and shop tasks

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Bison Lifting 2 Ton Single Phase Hoist

Versatile 2-ton single-phase pick for general workshop lifting

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Bison Lifting 5 Ton Three Phase Hoist

Heavy-duty three-phase capacity for fabrication and machinery work

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Bison Lifting 2 Ton Three Phase Hoist + Trolley

Three-phase hoist plus trolley for moving loads across a beam

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Bison Lifting 10 Ton Three Phase Hoist + Trolley - Dual Speed

Top-capacity dual-speed hoist and trolley for the heaviest lifts

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How to Choose an Electric Hoist

What is an electric hoist?

An electric hoist is a powered lifting device that raises and lowers loads on a chain or wire rope using an electric motor. Mounted to a fixed hook or a trolley that rolls along an overhead beam, it replaces manual chain pulling for faster, repeatable lifts in shops and warehouses.

What capacity do I need?

Match the hoist to your heaviest single load, then leave headroom. Vovlift's Bison Lifting range runs from 1/4 ton for light assembly work up to 10 ton for heavy fabrication and machinery moves. Rate the hoist above your working load rather than at it to protect duty cycle and motor life.

Single phase or three phase?

Single-phase hoists run on standard shop power and suit lighter, lower-frequency lifting. Three-phase models deliver more capacity and support dual-speed control for precise positioning on high-cycle work. Confirm your building's available voltage and phase before ordering — check the spec table on each listing or call us to verify.

Do I need a trolley?

Add a trolley when you need to move the load horizontally along an I-beam, not just up and down. Top-hook hoists stay fixed at one point, while hoist + trolley builds roll the load across a bay. Vovlift offers both configurations across most capacities.