CMCO Announces New Digital Hoist Selector Tool for Smarter, Simpler Decision Making
Take the guesswork out of hoist selection for your application.
By Columbus McKinnon | Jul 27, 2026
Selecting the right hoist is an investment in safety, efficiency, and long-term performance but with so many options available, knowing where to begin can be difficult. CMCO’s new digital Hoist Selector Tool simplifies the selection process, helping you quickly identify the best hoist for the application in just a few clicks.
Whether you already know the type of hoist needed or are looking for guidance, this tool helps navigate options and make informed decisions with ease.
Choosing the wrong equipment can lead to safety risks, equipment damage, costly downtime, and unnecessary expenses. The Hoist Selector Tool assesses lifting requirements and quickly identifies the hoist best suited to an application, eliminating guesswork and helping ensure optimal performance from the start.
How the Hoist Selector Tool Works
To get started, the Hoist Selector Tool gathers a few important details about the application’s lifting requirements:
- Hoist type even if users are unsure of what they need, the Hoist Selector Tool can still help navigate the options available
- Power source
- Load requirements, including the load weight, shape, and lifting frequency
- Lift height
- Operating environment
Recommendations Tailored to Your Lift
Based on your responses, you’ll receive personalized recommendations from our vast portfolio of high-quality hoist brands such as, CM®, Harrington®, and more. Each recommendation includes key product details, literature, and technical resources, giving you the information you need to evaluate features, compare options, and determine the best fit for the application.
Recommendations will also be delivered directly to your inbox, allowing you to review at your convenience. In addition, a quote for any recommended product can be requested with just a few clicks. CMCO’s team of lifting experts is also available to answer questions and assist with confidently selecting the ideal hoist suited for the application.
Finding the Right Hoist Starts Here
Backed by more than 250 years of combined lifting and material handling expertise, CMCO brings extensive knowledge and experience to every recommendation. No matter the application, the Hoist Selector Tool leverages this experience to take the guesswork out of hoist selection and empowers users to choose a solution that enhances safety, boosts productivity, and delivers long-term performance and value.