Air Chain Hoist (Pneumatic Chain Hoist)

Product Overview

FLAGCRANE pneumatic chain hoists revolutionize material handling in hazardous environments.

Engineered for ‌oil & gas, chemical plants, and grain processing facilities‌, our compressed-air-powered hoists eliminate ignition risks while delivering 0.25 ton to 100 ton lifting capacity‌ with millimeter precision.Depending on your actual use, there are different hoist for customers to choose from.

We have an experienced team of crane engineers.

We design the right hoist type for you, and provide a full range of after-sales services to enable your crane to operate quickly, stably and reliably.FLAGCRANE pneumatic chain hoists revolutionize material handling in hazardous environments.

Engineered for ‌oil & gas, chemical plants, and grain processing facilities‌, our compressed-air-powered hoists eliminate ignition risks while delivering 0.25 ton to 100 ton lifting capacity‌ with millimeter precision.Depending on your actual use, there are different hoist for customers to choose from.

We have an experienced team of crane engineers.

We design the right hoist type for you, and provide a full range of after-sales services to enable your crane to operate quickly, stably and reliably.

FLAGCRANE pneumatic chain hoists revolutionize material handling in hazardous environments.

Engineered for ‌oil & gas, chemical plants, and grain processing facilities‌, our compressed-air-powered hoists eliminate ignition risks while delivering 0.25 ton to 100 ton lifting capacity‌ with millimeter precision.

Depending on your actual use, there are different hoist for customers to choose from.

We have an experienced team of crane engineers.

We design the right hoist type for you, and provide a full range of after-sales services to enable your crane to operate quickly, stably and reliably.

Key Advantages

This crane model is engineered for long service life and low maintenance in demanding industrial environments. Buyers choose it because it is built by the factory itself, with steel structure processed by CNC cutting and automated welding for dimensional accuracy and consistent quality.

• Excellent Explosion-Proof Performance: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists do not generate electric sparks, making them suitable for flammable and explosive environments.No Overload Risk: Due to the characteristics of the pneumatic system, when the load exceeds the rated value, the pneumatic (air) chain hoists automatically stop running instead of causing motor burnout like electric hoists.High-Frequency Operation Capability: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists can operate continuously in high-frequency work environments without overheating, making them especially suitable for assembly lines and continuous production processes.Flexible Operation: The control of pneumatic (air) chain hoists is usually simple and responsive, allowing for precise load positioning.Compact and Lightweight: Due to the simple structure of the pneumatic motor, pneumatic (air) chain hoists are typically lightweight, making them easy to install and move.Low Maintenance Costs: The simple design of pneumatic (air) chain hoists makes them easy to maintain, with fewer electrical components and lower failure rates.Wide Temperature Range: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists can operate across a broad temperature range, maintaining stable performance even in extreme conditions.Excellent Explosion-Proof Performance: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists do not generate electric sparks, making them suitable for flammable and explosive environments.No Overload Risk: Due to the characteristics of the pneumatic system, when the load exceeds the rated value, the pneumatic (air) chain hoists automatically stop running instead of causing motor burnout like electric hoists.High-Frequency Operation Capability: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists can operate continuously in high-frequency work environments without overheating, making them especially suitable for assembly lines and continuous production processes.Flexible Operation: The control of pneumatic (air) chain hoists is usually simple and responsive, allowing for precise load positioning.Compact and Lightweight: Due to the simple structure of the pneumatic motor, pneumatic (air) chain hoists are typically lightweight, making them easy to install and move.Low Maintenance Costs: The sim
• ple design of pneumatic (air) chain hoists makes them easy to maintain, with fewer electrical components and lower failure rates.Wide Temperature Range: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists can operate across a broad temperature range, maintaining stable performance even in extreme conditions.
• Excellent Explosion-Proof Performance: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists do not generate electric sparks, making them suitable for flammable and explosive environments.
• No Overload Risk: Due to the characteristics of the pneumatic system, when the load exceeds the rated value, the pneumatic (air) chain hoists automatically stop running instead of causing motor burnout like electric hoists.
• High-Frequency Operation Capability: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists can operate continuously in high-frequency work environments without overheating, making them especially suitable for assembly lines and continuous production processes.
• Flexible Operation: The control of pneumatic (air) chain hoists is usually simple and responsive, allowing for precise load positioning.
• Compact and Lightweight: Due to the simple structure of the pneumatic motor, pneumatic (air) chain hoists are typically lightweight, making them easy to install and move.
• Low Maintenance Costs: The simple design of pneumatic (air) chain hoists makes them easy to maintain, with fewer electrical components and lower failure rates.
• Wide Temperature Range: Pneumatic (air) chain hoists can operate across a broad temperature range, maintaining stable performance even in extreme conditions.

Main Features

Every Air Chain Hoist (Pneumatic Chain Hoist) leaves the factory complete with the following standard features, verified during final inspection and load testing:

• As an efficient and safe lifting device, pneumatic hoists exhibit the following core features:I. Power & Environmental Performance1. ‌Clean Energy-Driven‌Powered by compressed air, they eliminate risks of fluid leakage and electrical sparks, making them ideal for flammable/explosive environments (e.g., chemical plants, coal mines)‌.2.‌Low Energy Consumption & Eco-Friendly‌Integrated lubrication systems minimize air pollution, and operation requires no electricity, aligning with sustainable production standards‌.II. Operational Capabilities1. ‌Precise Positioning‌Control accuracy reaches centimeter-level, outperforming traditional hoists and reducing manual adjustments‌.2. ‌‌Infinitely Variable Speed & High Efficiency‌Adjustable intake valves enable stepless speed control. Lifting speeds are 3x faster than electric hoists and 5-10x faster than manual chain hoists, supporting high-frequency operations‌.III. Safety & Reliability1. ‌Multi-Layered Safety Protections‌Equipped with overload protection, air-loss braking, and fail-safe brakes. Automatically halts during overloads and suspends loads during air supply interruptions‌.‌Harsh Environment Resilience‌Stable performance in extreme temperatures, humidity, or dusty/explosive/corrosive conditions‌.IV. Design & Maintenance1. ‌Compact & Lightweight Construction‌Small footprint and easy mobility suit confined spaces, with load capacities ranging from 250kg to 100 tons‌.‌Low Maintenance Costs‌Simple mechanics ensure minimal downtime and support continuous operation‌.V. Application Flexibility ‌Versatile Configurations‌Compatible with jib cranes, rails, and custom fixtures, adapting to mining, automotive assembly, and other specialized scenarios‌.Pneumatic hoists excel in safety, efficiency, and environmental adaptability, making them superior to traditional lifting equipment—particularly in explosion-proof, precision-critical, and high-speed industrial settings.As an efficient and safe lifting device, pneumatic hoists exhibit the following core features:I. Power & Environmental Performance1.
• ‌Clean Energy-Driven‌Powered by compressed air, they eliminate risks of fluid leakage and electrical sparks, making them ideal for flammable/explosive environments (e.g., chemical plants, coal mines)‌.2.‌Low Energy Consumption & Eco-Friendly‌Integrated lubrication systems minimize air pollution, and operation requires no electricity, aligning with sustainable production standards‌.II. Operational Capabilities1. ‌Precise Positioning‌Control accuracy reaches centimeter-level, outperforming traditional hoists and reducing manual adjustments‌.2. ‌‌Infinitely Variable Speed & High Efficiency‌Adjustable intake valves enable stepless speed control. Lifting speeds are 3x faster than electric hoists and 5-10x faster than manual chain hoists, supporting high-frequency operations‌.III. Safety & Reliability1. ‌Multi-Layered Safety Protections‌Equipped with overload protection, air-loss braking, and fail-safe brakes. Automatically halts during overloads and suspends loads during air supply interruptions‌.‌Harsh Environment Resilience‌Stable performance in extreme temperatures, humidity, or dusty/explosive/corrosive conditions‌.IV. Design & Maintenance1. ‌Compact & Lightweight Construction‌Small footprint and easy mobility suit confined spaces, with load capacities ranging from 250kg to 100 tons‌.‌Low Maintenance Costs‌Simple mechanics ensure minimal downtime and support continuous operation‌.V. Application Flexibility ‌Versatile Configurations‌Compatible with jib cranes, rails, and custom fixtures, adapting to mining, automotive assembly, and other specialized scenarios‌.Pneumatic hoists excel in safety, efficiency, and environmental adaptability, making them superior to traditional lifting equipment—particularly in explosion-proof, precision-critical, and high-speed industrial settings.
• As an efficient and safe lifting device, pneumatic hoists exhibit the following core features:
• I. Power & Environmental Performance
• 1. ‌Clean Energy-Driven‌
• Powered by compressed air, they eliminate risks of fluid leakage and electrical sparks, making them ideal for flammable/explosive environments (e.g., chemical plants, coal mines)‌.
• 2.‌Low Energy Consumption & Eco-Friendly‌
• Integrated lubrication systems minimize air pollution, and operation requires no electricity, aligning with sustainable production standards‌.
• II. Operational Capabilities
• 1. ‌Precise Positioning‌
• Control accuracy reaches centimeter-level, outperforming traditional hoists and reducing manual adjustments‌.
• 2. ‌‌Infinitely Variable Speed & High Efficiency‌
• Adjustable intake valves enable stepless speed control. Lifting speeds are 3x faster than electric hoists and 5-10x faster than manual chain hoists, supporting high-frequency operations‌.
• III. Safety & Reliability
• 1. ‌Multi-Layered Safety Protections‌
• Equipped with overload protection, air-loss braking, and fail-safe brakes. Automatically halts during overloads and suspends loads during air supply interruptions‌.
• ‌Harsh Environment Resilience‌
• Stable performance in extreme temperatures, humidity, or dusty/explosive/corrosive conditions‌.
• IV. Design & Maintenance
• 1. ‌Compact & Lightweight Construction‌
• Small footprint and easy mobility suit confined spaces, with load capacities ranging from 250kg to 100 tons‌.
• ‌Low Maintenance Costs‌
• Simple mechanics ensure minimal downtime and support continuous operation‌.
• V. Application Flexibility
• ‌Versatile Configurations‌
• Compatible with jib cranes, rails, and custom fixtures, adapting to mining, automotive assembly, and other specialized scenarios‌.
• Pneumatic hoists excel in safety, efficiency, and environmental adaptability, making them superior to traditional lifting equipment—particularly in explosion-proof, precision-critical, and high-speed industrial settings.
• It is our pleasure to work with you to find the right solution for your problem, no matter how complex or unique. Our professional technical team will build you a custom crane that has everything you need to effectively lift materials within your facility.If you require custom options, let us know and we will work with you to build a customized hoist that meets your needs.Fixed or TravelingLifting capacity: ____ tonLifting height: ____ mLifting speed: ____ m/min‌Working Air Pressure：______ MPaWhat purpose will use the hoist?______________________________Detailed working conditions of the Hoist:________________________Other requirements:__________________________________________It is our pleasure to work with you to find the right solution for your problem, no matter how complex or unique. Our professional technical team will build you a custom crane that has everything you need to effectively lift materials within your facility.If you require custom options, let us know and we will work with you to build a customized hoist that meets your needs.Fixed or TravelingLifting capacity: ____ tonLifting height: ____ mLifting speed: ____ m/min‌Working Air Pressure：______ MPaWhat purpose will use the hoist?______________________________Detailed working conditions of the Hoist:________________________Other requirements:__________________________________________Tailored Your Crane
• It is our pleasure to work with you to find the right solution for your problem, no matter how complex or unique. Our professional technical team will build you a custom crane that has everything you need to effectively lift materials within your facility.
• If you require custom options, let us know and we will work with you to build a customized hoist that meets your needs.
• Fixed or Traveling
• Lifting capacity: ____ ton
• Lifting height: ____ m
• Lifting speed: ____ m/min
• ‌Working Air Pressure：______ MPa
• What purpose will use the hoist?______________________________
• Detailed working conditions of the Hoist:________________________
• Other requirements:__________________________________________

Applications & Working Conditions

The Air Chain Hoist (Pneumatic Chain Hoist) is used across industrial plants, warehouses, steel mills, power stations, ports and logistics centers. It is available with optional lifting attachments such as lifting beams, electromagnets, grabs, C-hooks and coil tongs for special material handling.

Standard models operate in ambient temperatures from -20°C to +50°C. For special environments, we can supply explosion-proof electrics, high-temperature paint systems, dust-proof protection or corrosion-resistant coatings. Tell us your working condition and our engineers will confirm the correct configuration.

Customization Options

We customize span, lifting height, working class, control mode (pendant, wireless remote or cabin), and add frequency conversion speed control, explosion-proof protection or special coatings to suit your environment. Tell us your requirements and our engineers will prepare a tailored proposal.

Standard Supply Scope

Your order includes the complete crane structure, travelling mechanism, hoisting trolley or hoist, electrical control system, safety devices (limit switches, overload limiter, buffers, emergency stop), operation manual and inspection certificates. Optional extras include wireless remote control, frequency inverter, cabin with heater/air conditioner, lighting and special lifting attachments.

Quality Control & Testing

All structural welding is performed by certified welders and inspected before painting. Each crane undergoes no-load and full-load testing on our test bench, including brake test, limit switch verification and electrical safety check. Third-party inspection (SGS or buyer-nominated) is available before shipment.

Packing & Shipping

Cranes are shipped in knockdown form with steel structure, wheels, trolley, electrics and hardware carefully packed to prevent damage during ocean freight. Export packing follows our standard seaworthy specification, with wooden cases for electrics and control panels. Delivery options include FOB, CIF and DDP to your port.

Installation & After-Sales

We offer installation supervision and commissioning by our engineers, or fully turnkey installation by our experienced team. After commissioning we provide operator and maintenance training, a complete documentation package, and 24/7 spare parts and technical support for the lifetime of the crane.

What to Include in Your Inquiry

To receive an accurate quotation, please send us the following details with your inquiry: required lifting capacity (ton), span or working radius, lifting height, duty / working class, control method (pendant, radio remote or cabin), power supply voltage, site environment (indoor, outdoor, high temperature, dusty, explosion-proof area), and quantity. The more detail you provide, the faster our engineers can confirm the design and price.

Why Buy This Model from FLAGCRANE

You are buying directly from the factory that designs and manufactures the equipment. That means factory-direct pricing, engineering support before and after the order, consistent quality across repeat purchases, and a single accountable partner from drawing approval to commissioning. Our 30+ years in crane manufacturing, 850,000 m² plant and export experience to 50+ countries give buyers the confidence to plan around our delivery schedule.

Typical Configurations

The table below shows common configuration combinations for this model line. Final specifications are always confirmed by our engineers against your site conditions before production.

Parameter	Standard Range
Lifting Capacity	125kg–100 tons
Lift Speed	2.2–10m/min
Working Air Pressure	0.5–0.7 MPa (≈6 bar)
Lifting Height	3m
Ambient Temperature	-20℃ to +80℃