Yale YL LHP Low-Headroom Hand Chain Hoist with Integrated Push Trolley

Model YL LHP | Capacity 500 kg to 2,000 kg | Ultra-Low Closed Headroom | Push Travel | 360° Rotating Hand Chain Guide | CE & UKCA Marked

The Yale YL LHP is the ultra-low-headroom development of the YL ITP, using a specially developed chain reeving system and chain guide that pulls the bottom hook block laterally up to the hoist body and almost against the beam flange itself. This gives a significantly smaller closed headroom (Dim. A) than even the integrated YL ITP, making the YL LHP the ideal choice for applications with extreme height constraints, such as work between low ceiling beams, inside compact plant rooms, or under crane gantries where every millimetre of clearance counts. The trolley component is shared with the YL ITP series, including the stepless beam-width adjustment, anti-drop bolts, anti-tilt devices, and 14% maximum beam profile incline rating. The push-trolley operation suits general beam-travel applications where the operator can physically push the load along the beam. The integrated hoist remains the Yalelift 360 with its patented 360° rotating hand chain guide.

Technical Specifications

Specifications quoted are for Size A beam range at standard 3 m Height of Lift. Size B (180 to 300 mm beam flange) is available on request. All YL LHP capacities use single chain fall to give the lowest possible closed headroom.

Key Features

• Integrated Yalelift 360 hoist: Built around the Yale Yalelift 360 hand chain hoist with its patented 360° rotating hand chain guide, allowing operation from any angle.
• Approved stepless adjustment system: Trolley fits a wide range of beam profiles (e.g. INP, IPE, IPB) via adjusting nuts, enabling quick and simple installation by a competent person.
• Two beam size ranges: Size A fits beam flange widths up to 180 mm (covers approximately 80% of applications); Size B fits 180 to 300 mm and is available on request.
• Anti-drop and anti-tilt devices as standard: Built-in safety features prevent the trolley from dropping off or tipping during operation.
• Encapsulated, pre-lubricated ball bearings: Wheels run on sealed ball bearings for excellent rolling characteristics and minimal maintenance.
• 14% maximum beam profile incline: Trolley wheels rated for beam profiles to DIN 1025-1, supporting standard structural steelwork.
• Reduced minimum headroom on smaller capacities: All units up to 3,000 kg are built with single chain fall, giving the lowest possible Dim. A headroom for low-ceiling applications.
• Drop-forged load and suspension hooks: High tensile steel hooks rotate 360°, fitted with robust safety latches, yield under overload rather than breaking.
• Easily reconfigured: The base Yalelift 360 hoist can be modified between standalone, integrated push (ITP), integrated geared (ITG), and low-headroom (LHP, LHG) configurations.
• Ultra-low closed headroom: The specially developed chain reeving system pulls the bottom hook block almost against the beam flange, giving significantly smaller Dim. A than even the integrated YL ITP.
• Specially developed chain guide: Allows lateral chain reeving without compromising load chain alignment or sheave wear.
• Push travel: Operator pushes the load along the beam by hand. Simple, no trolley hand chain required.

Suitable Applications

The Yalelift YL LHP is engineered for applications where headroom is critically constrained. Typical uses include lifting under low ceiling beams, working in compact plant rooms, under existing crane gantries, in basement plant rooms, between mezzanine floors, and in any structural environment where every millimetre of vertical clearance is at a premium. The push variant suits general beam travel applications. For precise positioning or sloping beams, see the YL LHG geared variant.

How to Use the Yale YL LHP Low-Headroom Hand Chain Hoist with Integrated Push Trolley

1. Verify beam compatibility: Confirm the beam flange width and thickness are within the trolley's rated range. Verify the beam is rated for the combined hoist plus load weight.
2. Adjust the trolley side plates: Adjust the side plate width to match the beam flange using the supplied adjusting nuts. Refer to the Operating Manual for the correct tolerance.
3. Fit the trolley to the beam: Open the trolley, position over the beam, close and tighten the adjusting nuts to the specified torque.
4. Verify anti-drop and anti-tilt operation: Anti-drop bolts and anti-tilt devices must engage correctly and freely. Do not use if either device is damaged or missing.
5. Mount the integrated hoist: The hoist is permanently integrated with the trolley. Verify suspension hook safety latch is engaged.
6. Inspect before each use: Visual check of load chain, hooks, safety latches, hand chain, trolley wheels, beam contact area, and beam end stops.
7. Engage the load and lift: Attach the load to the bottom hook using suitable lifting accessories. Lift using the hoist hand chain.
8. Traverse the beam: For push trolleys, push the load manually along the beam. For geared trolleys, pull the trolley hand chain to drive the trolley along the beam.
9. Position precisely: Geared trolleys hold position when the hand chain is released (gear-driven, will not creep). Push trolleys must be physically restrained at the stopping position.

Warning: Yale hoists and trolleys are not designed for passenger elevation applications and must not be used for this purpose. Push trolleys do not hold position automatically. Physically restrain at the stopping position or use a beam locking device.

Safety Information

• Verify beam flange width and thickness are within the trolley's rated range before each use.
• Verify the supporting beam structure is rated for the combined hoist plus full WLL load.
• Confirm anti-drop bolts and anti-tilt devices are present and operational before lifting.
• Never exceed the Working Load Limit stamped on the hoist body.
• Beam end stops must be fitted at both ends of the travel range to prevent trolley runoff.
• Never side-pull or angle-pull the load at the suspension point.
• Keep all personnel clear of the load travel path.
• Ensure adequate headroom for the loaded hoist plus chain travel.
• Remove from service immediately if chain elongation exceeds the discard criteria in the Operating Instructions.
• LOLER 1998 thorough examination required every 12 months by a competent person.
• Push trolleys do not hold position automatically. Physically restrain at the stopping position.
• Beam profile must be level. Push trolleys are not designed for sloping beams.
• Maintain the minimum clearance between hoist body and beam flange during operation. The LH chain reeving runs very close to the beam.

Inspection and Maintenance

The YL LHP requires the same routine maintenance as the standard YL ITP, with additional attention to the LH-specific chain reeving and guide system. The lateral chain path must be checked for clean chain travel at each inspection. Lubricate the load chain regularly with a thin-film lubricant suitable for Grade T alloy chain. Trolley wheel bearings are pre-lubricated and encapsulated. WOLFF Onsite provides full LOLER inspection, spare parts, and overhaul services for all Yalelift LH products.

Optional Accessories

• Adjustable overload protection device: Factory-fitted slip-clutch overload limiter on the hoist.
• Chain container: Sized to match each capacity.
• Rubber buffers: Optional rubber buffers fitted to the trolley side plates.
• Corrosion-resistant version: Enhanced surface protection for marine and offshore applications.
• Beam locking device: Secures the unloaded trolley in a fixed position on the beam.
• Size B beam range: 180 to 300 mm beam flange range available on request.
• Extended Height of Lift: Greater HOL than 3 m standard available on request.

Downloads

• Yalelift LH (LHP / LHG) Datasheet (EN, 2024) , full spec tables and dimensional drawings (PDF, 1.5 MB)

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