Columbus McKinnon Corporation (VC3)

Overview

Columbus McKinnon Corporation, founded in 1875 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of motion solutions for the efficient movement, lifting, positioning, and securing of materials. The company serves a wide variety of markets, including electric vehicle (EV) production, aerospace, energy and utilities, process industries, industrial automation, construction and infrastructure, food and beverage, entertainment, life sciences, consumer packaged goods, and the e-commerce supply chain and warehousing sector. Through its extensive product lineup, Columbus McKinnon addresses the needs of diverse clientele, ranging from end users to distributors, independent crane builders, material handling specialists and integrators, original equipment manufacturers, government agencies, and engineering, procurement, and construction firms.

Products and Services

• Hoists and Jacks

Offerings include manual, battery, electric, and air hoists, along with steel, rack, and pinion jacks. These products are designed for a variety of lifting and moving tasks.

• Winches, Trolleys, and Clamps

The company manufactures winches and hydraulic jacks and tools, plus trolleys and clamps, catering to different rigging and moving needs.

• Material Handling and Moving Systems

Columbus McKinnon provides skates and heavy load moving systems, lifting tables, and other material handling equipment to facilitate the transportation and manipulation of goods.

• Cranes and Crane Components

Product lines include mobile, workplace, and jib cranes, with a selection of crane components and kits for customized lifting solutions.

• Lifting and Securing Devices

The company offers below-the-hook lifting devices, lifting slings, and lashing systems to secure and manage loads effectively during lifting operations.

• Motion and Control Systems

Columbus McKinnon’s products in this category include linear motion products, elevator and mining drives, brakes, radio controls, collision avoidance systems, and drive and motor control systems among others, supporting a variety of industrial applications.

• Underfloor Lifting Systems and Workshop Equipment

This range encompasses underfloor lifting systems, lifting jacks, and workshop equipment, providing solutions for vehicle and machinery maintenance.

• Conveyor Systems and Rotary Unions

Offerings include fabric and modular belt, and sanitary, stainless steel conveyors; pallet systems; and rotary unions and swivel joints, facilitating the movement and processing of products through production lines.

• Load Handling Accessories

The lineup includes hooks, shackles, textile slings, clamps, and load binders for securing and handling loads during transport and lifting.

• Push Button Pendant Stations and Power Delivery Systems

Products such as push button pendant stations, collision avoidance, and power delivery subsystems complement the company's extensive range of material handling and movement solutions.