William Hackett L4 Lever Hoist
The William Hackett L4 Lever Hoist is a heavy-duty ratchet lever hoist engineered for exceptional strength, reliability, and operational safety in demanding lifting and pulling applications. Designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom, William Hackett L4 lever hoists are trusted across construction, offshore, marine, utilities, manufacturing, and heavy industrial environments where dependable manual lifting equipment is essential.
Built to the stringent requirements of EN13157, the William Hackett L4 manual lever hoist provides safe and controlled lifting, pulling, and tensioning of loads in confined or challenging workspaces. Its heavy-duty steel construction, precision-machined gearing, and premium grade load chain ensure smooth operation under load while delivering long-term durability in harsh working conditions.
The L4 ratchet lever hoist is widely used for rigging operations, load securing, maintenance tasks, equipment positioning, and general industrial material handling. Whether operating on construction sites, shipyards, utilities infrastructure, or manufacturing facilities, the William Hackett L4 lever hoist offers the strength, safety, and reliability professionals depend on.
Each William Hackett L4 lever hoist is manufactured and proof tested in the UK, providing full traceability and assurance of quality. Combined with robust safety features and precision engineering, the L4 lever hoist range delivers consistent performance even in the most demanding lifting applications.
Key Features of the William Hackett L4 Lever Hoist
Light Load Capability
The William Hackett L4 lever hoist is tested and certified at 2% of its rated capacity, allowing safe and controlled lifting even when handling very light loads.
Twin Pawl Safety Mechanism
The L4 features a twin pawl braking system, providing double safety and enhanced load security during lifting and lowering operations.
Heavy-Duty Safety Latches
Both the top and bottom hooks are fitted with heavy-duty cast steel safety latches, with integrated latch and hook tips creating a strong and secure hook closure.
Hook Overload Indicators and Traceability
Hooks include overload indicator marks on either side of the hook throat (500kg to 10 tonne models), allowing quick visual inspection for potential overload. Both hooks are also embossed with batch codes, manufacturer identification, and working load limits, ensuring full traceability and compliance with international standards.
Hook Housing for Full Inspection
The hook assembly is secured using socket head cap screws or hex bolts with nyloc locking nuts, allowing straightforward inspection and maintenance.
Cross Hauling and Fleeting Capability
William Hackett L4 lever hoists are tested and certified for fleeting or cross-hauling applications up to 45° from vertical without deration, making them ideal for complex rigging and pulling operations.
Premium Grade Load Chain
Each hoist is fitted with a high-quality load chain compliant with BS EN818-7 Grade T (Grade 8), delivering outstanding strength and durability in demanding lifting environments.
Optional Features and Customisation
The William Hackett L4 lever hoist can be configured with optional safety and operational enhancements, including:
Overload Limiter
Available upon request for applications requiring additional load protection.
Top and Bottom Hook Adaptors
Adaptors can be supplied to suit specific rigging or connection requirements.
Travelling End Stop
Optional travelling end stops are available for specialised lifting setups.
Additional Chain Lengths Available
Additional chain lengths and custom configurations are available upon request.
For bespoke requirements or further information, please contact:
Sales@CarlStahlEvita.co.uk