Ingersoll Rand offer in the UK through LiftingSafety two ranges of hand chain hoist. The SMB hand chain hoist and the Top of the range VL2 hand chain hoist. The SBM Silver series lifting blocks have a capacity range from 500kg to 5 tonne They meet ASME B30.16 Specifications and HST - 2M standards and have overload Protection to deter and reduce downtime and repair costs resulting from abuse. They are all steel, low headroom, light weight construction and have self-adjusting disc type double pawl mechanical load brake and hardened roller bearings for maximum efficiency and durability. Corrosion resistance is provided by 4 layer finish of nickel, copper, nickel, and chrome which results in a rugged and robust finish Ideal for the Rental and Construction markets. The Top Quality Ingersoll Rand VL2 Range of hand chain hoists has Premium alloy steel grade 100 load chain and "Accu-Feed" hand chain guide articulates for use and allows for operation from either side of the hoist resulting in the user being away from the load lifted. The Forged steel hooks with non-slip design have extra-wide throat openings for easy rigging and they are fitted with grade 10 (100) load chain. Needle bearings reduce friction and provide low hand chain pull. Basically both Ingersoll Rand’s range of hoists great quality though with slightly different features to meet the demands of our customers working environments.