LTM offers a range of lifting and rigging equipment including the Lodestar and Prostar electric chain hoists, which are being highlighted at the show. The Lodestar is now the entertainment industry standard hoist and these products can be found on most tours, events and in many venues around the world. High integrity hoisting systems are also available including equipment to BGV C1 German safety standard. Special features include double brakes, load sensing and multiple limit switches. Variable speed units and manual or computerised controllers are available to monitor safety features and drive the equipment.
LTM offers a comprehensive range of spare parts for Lodestars and Prostars plus repairs and routine servicing, with staff fully trained in both standard equipment and BGV C1 certified equipment.
Also showing is the new compact CM Prostar hoists, with increased capacities and speeds. This higher speed version will lift at six or 10 m/min (increased from the industry standard four metres a minute). A new 250 kg @ 4m/minute version is also shown.
LTM started manufacturing hoist controllers a year ago and has constructed systems for Direct Control and Low Voltage controlled hoists. Flight cased units as moveable controllers and wall-mounted systems for permanent installations have also been supplied. LTM can also design and construct bespoke control systems to fit client's exact and specific requirements. LTM will show an extended range of hand winches, previewed in their third catalogue which is available at the ABTT show.
LTM has just opened a new training facility at its Wirral, Merseyside HQ, and is aiming to hold comprehensive product training schools for Lodestar hoists there - having completed numerous on site training courses over the last 12 months. The new facility offers great opportunities for those eager to expand their technical horizons.
(Chris Henry)
