The Yale HCH metal chain container for Yalelift 360 is a purpose-built accessory providing organised storage for the slack end of the load chain during lifting operations. It mounts directly to the Yalelift 360 hoist body with no modification, sized to suit each combination of capacity and Height of Lift across the 500 kg to 4,000 kg standard range. Use one wherever slack chain would otherwise hang free below the hoist — particularly recommended for permanent overhead installations, hire fleet equipment, clean environments and high-cycle applications.
Key Features
- Direct attachment to Yalelift 360 hoist body: Mounts using existing fixings, no drilling or modification required.
- Steel construction: Robust steel container with corrosion-resistant finish.
- Full Yalelift 360 capacity range: Sizes available for the full Yalelift 360 range, 500 kg up to 20,000 kg, in multiple Height of Lift options.
- Special-order for ATEX, Arctic, and integrated trolley variants: Compatible containers are available for the Yalelift 360 ATEX, Arctic Edition, Yalelift IT (ITP / ITG), and Yalelift LH (LHP / LHG) ranges on request.
- Protects load chain from damage: Prevents trailing chain damage, contamination, and entanglement hazards.
- Improves work area safety: Eliminates trailing chain in the operator's working space.
- Easily detachable: Removable for cleaning, inspection, or chain replacement without disassembling the hoist.
- Yalelift 360 360° rotation compatible: Container design accommodates the 360° rotating hand chain guide of the Yalelift 360 without interfering with chain travel.
Technical Specifications
| Article No. |
Compatible Yalelift 360 |
Compatible HOL (m) |
Notes |
| N04600001 |
YL 500 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600002 |
YL 500 |
6 |
Extended |
| N04600003 |
YL 1000 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600004 |
YL 1000 |
6 |
Extended |
| N04600005 |
YL 2000 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600007 |
YL 2000 |
6 |
Extended |
| N04600024 |
YL 3000 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600025 |
YL 3000 |
6 |
Extended |
| N04600026 |
YL 3000 |
9 to 12 |
Long HOL |
| N04600027 |
YL 5000 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600028 |
YL 5000 |
6 |
Extended |
| N04600029 |
YL 5000 |
9 to 12 |
Long HOL |
| N04600030 |
YL 10000 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600031 |
YL 10000 |
6 |
Extended |
| N04600032 |
YL 20000 |
3 |
Standard |
| N04600033 |
YL 20000 |
6 |
Extended |
Article number mapping shown is indicative, container sizing depends on both Yalelift 360 capacity and Height of Lift. Contact our team to confirm the correct article number for your specific Yalelift 360 model and HOL specification. Special-order containers are available for non-standard HOL or for the Yalelift 360 ATEX, Arctic Edition, and Yalelift IT or LH variants.
CE & UKCA Marked | Compatible Yale Yalelift 360 Accessory
This product is an accessory designed for use with the Yale Yalelift 360 hand chain hoist range. CE marked and UKCA marked, supplied with appropriate documentation. Selection of the correct container size for a given Yalelift 360 capacity and Height of Lift is critical, our team will help specify the appropriate size for your hoist.
More About This Product
The Yale HCH metal chain container for Yalelift 360 is a purpose-built accessory for the Yalelift 360 hoist range, providing organised storage for the slack end of the load chain during lifting operations. The container mounts directly to the Yalelift 360 hoist body, requiring no modification, and is sized to suit each combination of Yalelift 360 capacity and Height of Lift. The standard range covers Yalelift 360 capacities from 500 kg up to 4,000 kg in a range of HOL specifications. Use a chain container wherever the slack load chain would otherwise hang free below the hoist, where it can drag on the floor or load, snag on obstructions, or be damaged. The chain container is particularly recommended for permanent overhead installations, hire fleet equipment, clean environments, high-cycle applications, and any work area where chain housekeeping matters for safety, cleanliness, or chain protection.
Suitable Applications
Suitable for any Yalelift 360 installation where the slack chain would otherwise hang free. Particularly recommended for: permanent overhead lifting installations; hire fleet equipment; clean environments (food, pharmaceutical, electronics); high-cycle applications where chain wear is a concern; outdoor or exposed applications where chain debris is a problem; and any work area where trailing chain creates a hazard. This container is sized for the Yalelift 360; for VSIII hoists see the matching VSIII container, and on the heaviest capacities the fabric chain bag is more practical.
How to Use the Yale HCH Chain Container for Yalelift 360
- Confirm container size: Verify the container article number matches your Yalelift 360 model AND Height of Lift.
- Position the container under the hoist: The container hangs below the hoist body, attached at the body fixings.
- Attach the container: Following installation instructions, secure the container using the supplied fixings. No additional drilling required.
- Verify free chain travel: Manually operate the hoist through its full range of travel, confirming chain feeds smoothly into the container.
- In use: Slack chain self-collects automatically as the hoist lifts.
- Periodic inspection: Inspect the container at each LOLER examination.
Warning:
Yale hoists and trolleys are not designed for passenger elevation applications. The chain container must be sized correctly for the Yalelift 360 capacity AND HOL. An undersized container can cause the chain to back up and bind, preventing further operation.
Safety Information
- Verify the container article number matches your Yalelift 360 model and HOL.
- Inspect the container at each LOLER examination.
- Never exceed the Yalelift 360 rated HOL, the container is sized for the specified HOL only.
- Container must be removed before transporting the hoist.
Inspection and Maintenance
Inspect the chain container at each LOLER examination. Check for free chain travel, body damage or corrosion, and mounting integrity. The container requires no routine lubrication or service. Replace if damage compromises function. WOLFF Onsite supplies replacement containers and provides LOLER inspection services.
Optional Accessories
- Yale HCH Fabric Chain Bag: Lightweight alternative for portable applications. See HCH Fabric Chain Bag product.
- Replacement mounting hardware: Available as a kit.
- Special-order containers: For non-standard HOL or for Yalelift 360 ATEX, Arctic Edition, and integrated trolley variants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know which container size to order?
Container size depends on both the Yalelift 360 capacity AND the Height of Lift. Tell our team the Yalelift 360 model number AND the HOL when ordering, we'll specify the correct article number.
Q: Are containers available for the Yalelift 360 ATEX or Arctic Edition?
Yes, ATEX-compliant and low-temperature-compatible containers are available on special order. Standard catalogue items above cover the standard Yalelift 360, contact us to specify variants.
Q: Are containers available for Yalelift IT (ITP / ITG) and LH (LHP / LHG)?
Yes. The integrated trolley variants use containers compatible with the hoist body, which is shared with the standalone Yalelift 360. The same article numbers apply, contact us to confirm sizing for trolley variants.
Q: Should I choose the metal container or the fabric chain bag?
Choose the metal container for permanent installations and durability. Choose the fabric chain bag (HCH Fabric Chain Bag, product N04600060) for portable, lightweight applications where weight and pack-down volume matter.
Q: Does fitting a container affect the Yalelift 360's WLL or 360° rotation?
No. The container is designed specifically to accommodate the 360° rotating hand chain guide of the Yalelift 360 without interfering with hoist operation. WLL and HOL ratings are unchanged.
Q: Can I retrofit a container to an existing Yalelift 360?
Yes, the HCH container attaches via the existing body fixings on the Yalelift 360. Retrofit takes 10 to 15 minutes per hoist with standard hand tools.
