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Traction hoists for suspended access.

Traction systems for temporary suspended platforms and exterior building access.

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The application

The hoist, the rope, and the platform

On suspended access, the UNILIFT is the traction hoist in the system. The wire rope passes through the hoist instead of winding onto a drum, so working height follows the rope deployed.

This page focuses on the North American UNILIFT traction hoist and its role within suspended access systems. Platform, rigging and project-specific access equipment are defined separately for each installation.

Technician on a suspended access cradle at the exterior of a building.
How it works

The parts of the system

UNILIFT moves along the wire rope. The platform, rigging and other access equipment are defined separately for each installation.

UNILIFT traction hoist
01

Traction hoist

UNILIFT moves along the wire rope.

02

Wire rope

FAS-authorized 3/8 in (9.5 mm) rope. Working height follows the rope deployed.

Suspended platform at a building exterior.
03

Suspended platform

The working deck the hoist travels with or lifts.

04

Project-specific rigging

Support and rigging are defined separately for each installation.

05

Vertical access

Exterior work on the building, with the hoist as part of the suspended system.

US range

US UNILIFT range

Three North American configurations. These models are certified to UL 1323 and CSA Z271 for powered suspended scaffold and suspended access applications.

UNILIFT traction hoist
208 V · 1-PHASE
UNI70A-9P11-S
1,500 lbs
680 kg WLL
Motor2 hp (1.5 kW)
Rated current12 A
Control box1P
Connector3-pin / 3-core
208 V · 3-PHASE
UNI70A-9P11-T
1,500 lbs
680 kg WLL
Motor3 hp (2.2 kW)
Rated current9 A
Control box3P
Connector4-pin / 4-core
208 V · 3-PHASE
UNI100A-9P11-T
2,200 lbs
1,000 kg WLL
Motor3 hp (2.2 kW)
Rated current9 A
Control box3P
Connector4-pin / 4-core
Lifting speed 35 fpm (10.7 m/min) Wire rope 3/8" (9.5 mm) Net weight 159 lbs (72 kg) UL 1323 · CSA Z271

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Key benefits

The traction hoist

No drum

The rope passes through the hoist. It is not stored on a drum.

Height follows the rope

Lifting height is set by the rope deployed.

US power options

208 V / 60 Hz. Single-phase where three-phase power is not available.

Secondary safety

An independent OSLA device locks the rope if descent exceeds the rated limit.

Support

From selection through service

01

Define the setup

Platform load, number of hoists, voltage and rope are reviewed before a model is chosen.

02

Prepare the installation

Documentation for mounting, electrical connection and the safety devices that ship with the hoist.

03

Keep it running

Hour meter, service intervals and a 500-hour overhaul cycle, with parts and technical support from FAS-Tech.

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