Hoists, Jacks, Carts & Ladders

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Hoists, jacks, carts and ladders handle the lifting, moving and reaching jobs that come up in every shop and facility. This subcategory includes manual chain hoists and lever hoists, bottle jacks and floor jacks, jack stands, hand trucks, utility and platform carts, and step, extension and platform ladders. Maintenance techs, fleet shops and facility crews use them for equipment repair, stocking and overhead work.

What to check before you order

  • Rated capacity. Hoists, jacks, carts and ladders each carry a capacity rating from the manufacturer. Choose equipment rated for your heaviest expected load, including the person and tools on a ladder.
  • Support the load after lifting. Jacks are for lifting only. Use rated jack stands or blocking before anyone works under a raised load.
  • Hoist type and lift. Chain hoists suit vertical lifts from a fixed point. Lever hoists also work for pulling and tensioning. Confirm the lift height or chain length you need.
  • Ladder type and duty rating. Ladders are given a duty rating by type. Pick the height so you do not stand on the top rungs, and use nonconductive fiberglass near electrical sources.
  • Cart wheels and handles. Consider wheel material for your floors and whether you need brakes.

Follow the manufacturer's instructions, OSHA requirements and your site's safety program. Related items are in casters and wheels and hooks, shackles and eye bolts, or browse Material Handling & Rigging.

Common questions

What does a ladder duty rating mean?

It is the maximum combined weight of the user, tools and materials the ladder is built to support, from Type III light duty up to Type IAA special duty, as shown on the label.

Should I use a hand truck or a platform cart?

A hand truck tilts stacked loads back on two wheels for tight spaces. A platform cart carries bulky loads flat on four casters.

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