Columbus McKinnon Corporation (CMCO), a designer, manufacturer and marketer of motion control products, technologies and services for material handling, has expanded its line of CM Tornado 360° ratchet lever hoists with the introduction of 9-ton capacity units.

Ergonomically designed for increased safety, the patent-pending CM Tornado 360° allows the operator to be more productive with significantly less effort compared to conventional ratchet lever tools. 

The CM Tornado 360° redefines ratchet lever hoists with its unique Sidewinder lever handle that features a 360-degree rotating lever and a fold-out revolving handle. Working in unison, these integrated components allow the operator to realize the full potential of 360° rotation while working in a safe and ergonomic position. This helps reduce repetitive wrist action experienced with pulling operation of traditional lever hoists, letting the operator utilize a full 360 ̊ range of motion to work up to 12 times faster. 

Ergonomically designed for increased safety, the patent-pending CM Tornado 360° allows the operator to be more productive with significantly less effort compared to conventional ratchet lever tools.

Other features of the CM Tornado include a highly visible, easy-to-use directional indicator located on the handle that clearly shows the operating direction as lifting, lowering or neutral. The hoist also has a cast chain end stop that allows the user to easily position the chain in free-chaining mode, preventing it from entering the liftwheel and jamming the hoist. Bolt-on swivel hooks with nylon locks help users comply with ASME B30.21 and B30.10 inspection requirements. 

The CM Tornado is available in 3/4, 1-1/2, 3, 6 and 9 ton capacities with standard lifts up to 20 feet. Additional lifts are also available. The hoist features an industry-leading lifetime warranty and meets ASME B30.21 and EN 13157 manually operated hoist standard.