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Engineered for Uptime. Designed for Smart Infrastructure Upgrades.
Built for Performance.
Backed by Engineering Insight.
Maximizing uptime while navigating infrastructure upgrades isn’t just part of your job — it is your job. And in heavy manufacturing environments, that’s no small task.
Whether you're planning a capital improvement project or evaluating retrofit options, you need systems that reduce technical risk, enhance reliability, and make long-term financial sense.
That’s where Columbus McKinnon comes in.
With more than 150 years of experience supporting plant engineering teams, we design lifting and motion control systems that are built to work with the infrastructure you already have — not against it.
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Make Modernization Work with the Infrastructure You Already Have
A complete rebuild isn’t always the answer. That’s why our approach starts with what’s already working — then builds on it.
Our modular, retrofit-ready systems are engineered for easy integration. Technologies like Magnetek® variable frequency drives (VFDs) and wireless controls offer precise motion capabilities without disrupting existing layouts. And wire rope hoists like the Yale® YK and Shaw-Box® SK are designed to fit into current crane systems with minimal structural changes.
To support your process, we provide the technical know-how that engineers expect:
- Downloadable spec sheets, CAD files, and clearance drawings
- S.-based technical support throughout your project
- On-demand access to installation and maintenance resources
Improve System Performance Without Starting from Scratch
You don’t always need a full system replacement to move forward. Our retrofit solutions help you extend the life of your equipment while improving safety, diagnostics, and operational control.
Examples include:
- Upgrade hoists with models like the CM® Lodestar or Yale® Cable King
- Modernizing motion control with Magnetek® VFDs
- Adding diagnostic capabilities through Intelli-Connect™ Mobile
These upgrades are proven in demanding environments and support compliance and performance goals—without requiring a full teardown
Build a Smarter System with Support That Goes Beyond the Sale
You’re not just buying equipment. You’re investing in the safety, efficiency, and reliability of your operation, and you need a partner who understands that.
We work closely with engineering leaders to deliver solutions that make sense not only on paper, but on the floor. Whether you’re modernizing legacy systems, integrating new tech, or standardizing across multiple sites, you’ll have:
- Application and engineering support from quote to commissioning
- Hands-on training: online, onsite, or at our Getzville, NY, facility
- Fast, U.S.-based technical assistance
- A nationwide service and parts network
Meet Your Heavy Machinery Manufacturing Specialist: Jim Orme
When you reach out, you’ll connect with Jim Orme.
Jim has spent more than forty years helping plant leaders solve real material handling challenges. He brings deep experience in hoists, cranes, patented track crane and monorail systems, along with a practical, customer-first mindset.
He works directly with plant managers, contractors, and engineering teams to design solutions that support your safety standards, your performance needs, and your budget. If you want straightforward guidance from someone who understands the realities of heavy manufacturing environments, Jim is ready to help.
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