Atex Manual Chain Blocks

Atex hand chain blocks are designed to be used in potentially explosive areas and are often referred to as spark proof/resistant, anti-sparking or explosion proof hand chain hoists. Please ensure that the hoist is suitable for your Atex area classification before order.

We offer a variety of atex certified chain blocks from the industry leading manufacturers, suitable for different atex areas or classifications. All of which can be supplied with a top hook suspension point (for hooking in to a beam clamp, lifting eye or trolley suspension eye, as well as a range with built-in push travel of geared travel trolleys that are often adopted where headroom is in short supply.

Atex hoists are often used offshore by the oil and gas industry though are also used in many other industries such as the chemical or pharmaceutical industry. If you are unsure please feel free to contact our sales or technical team for information or advice; we will be pleased to offer you a competitive quotation for a hoist that will meet your needs.

Spark resistant hand chain hoists (chain blocks / block and tackle) are available ‘Hook Suspended’ or with integrated low head room trolley. These hoists are designed for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. Yale EX spark resistant Zone 1 and Zone 2 certified lifting hoists are sometimes referred to as suitable for use in ‘explosion proof’ areas, or environments the ideal solution for your lifting application where only a spark resistant chain hoist is suitable.