AMH Hoist Trolleys
AMH hoist trolleys mount on I-beam runways and carry AMH chain hoists along the beam, extending the hoist's working range across the full beam length. The trolley sits on the beam flange and rolls under load, manually pushed or hand-chain driven depending on the model.
AMH Hoist Trolleys for I-Beam Installations
A hoist trolley is a wheeled carrier that suspends from the bottom flange of an I-beam and rolls along the beam under load. The trolley accepts the hoist mounting — the chain hoist hangs from the trolley's lower hook or frame, and the trolley carries the combined hoist and load weight along the runway. Trolleys are specified by the beam flange width they fit, the working load limit, and the drive method.
AMH hoist trolleys are designed to pair with AMH chain hoists, giving a matched system for beam-mounted overhead lifting. They cover the flange widths and capacity ranges used in shop, warehouse, and light industrial crane installations.
Holloway Houston stocks AMH trolleys for I-beam runways and can advise on flange width, wheel spacing, and capacity matching for your beam installation.
Types of AMH Hoist Trolleys
Push Trolleys
Push trolleys are moved along the beam by hand, the operator positions the hoist by pushing or pulling the load. Push trolleys are the standard for low-frequency operations where the hoist stays near a fixed work zone and repositioning is occasional. They are lighter and less expensive than geared trolleys and work well in shops, maintenance bays, and light manufacturing.
Geared Trolleys
Geared trolleys are driven by a hand chain, the same hand chain concept used in manual chain hoists. Pulling the chain drives the trolley along the beam without requiring the operator to reach or push. Geared trolleys are specified when the beam is high overhead, when the load is heavy enough that pushing is impractical, or when the work zone spans a long runway. The hand chain drive allows precise positioning from floor level.
Electric Trolleys
Electric trolleys use a motor to drive the trolley along the beam, controlled by a pendant. They are paired with electric chain hoists for fully powered hoist systems. Electric trolleys are specified for production lines, repetitive pick-and-place cycles, and applications where speed and operator efficiency matter.
Related AMH Products
- AMH Chain Hoists : Manual and electric chain hoists designed to pair with AMH hoist trolleys.
- AMH Lifting Clamps : Below-the-hook lifting devices for steel plate and beam handling in hoist installations.
- AMH Hooks : Hook assemblies for hoist lower blocks and trolley connections.
Why Holloway Houston for AMH Hoist Trolleys
Holloway Houston has been in the rigging and lifting business for over 65 years, operating out of Houston, Texas. We are an authorized AMH distributor and stock hoist trolleys for I-beam installations across the capacity and beam flange ranges used in shop and industrial applications.
Our rigging specialists can help match the right AMH trolley to your beam profile, load, and hoist model. We also offer rigging inspection services for overhead lifting equipment per ASME and OSHA standards.
Hoist Trolley Standards and Safety Awareness
AMH hoist trolleys are used in overhead hoist installations governed by ASME B30.16 (Overhead Hoists) and ASME B30.17 (Overhead and Gantry Cranes, Top Running Single Girder, Underhung Hoist and Gantry Cranes) where applicable. Awareness points:
- A trolley's working load limit applies to the trolley alone, the combined rating of the system (trolley plus hoist) is limited by the lower-rated component.
- Trolley wheels are matched to the beam flange width and profile. Installing a trolley on a beam outside the manufacturer's specified flange width range can cause the trolley to ride off the flange under load.
- The supporting beam, beam clamps, and structure above the trolley carry the full load, the beam needs to be rated for the trolley's working load limit plus the hoist and any dynamic loading from the lift cycle.
- Frequent inspection of a trolley before each use covers wheel condition, side plate condition, and the attachment point where the hoist connects. Damaged wheels or bent side plates warrant the trolley's removal from service.
Holloway Houston offers rigging inspection services, qualified inspectors examine hoist trolleys, hoists, and overhead lifting equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
A push trolley is moved by hand, the operator repositions the hoist by pushing or pulling the load along the beam. A geared trolley uses a hand chain to drive the trolley along the beam from floor level, allowing precise positioning without reaching overhead. Geared trolleys are suited to high beams, heavy loads, or frequent repositioning.
Trolley selection is based on beam flange width, beam type (standard I-beam or wide flange), and the working load limit needed. Contact Holloway Houston at 1-888-496-4700 with your beam profile and load requirement, our rigging specialists can identify the matching AMH trolley model.
AMH trolleys are designed to pair with AMH chain hoists, but the trolley's lower hook or frame accepts standard hoist mounting in many cases. Hoist mounting dimensions are checked against the trolley's hook or frame specification before mixing brands. Holloway Houston can advise on compatibility.
Contact Holloway Houston at 1-888-496-4700 for current AMH trolley working load limit availability. We stock AMH trolleys across the capacity ranges matched to AMH hoist models.
No. The I-beam, beam clamps, and overhead structure are separate from the trolley's working load limit. The beam and structure need independent capacity evaluation for the imposed load. The trolley working load limit applies to the trolley itself, the overall system capacity is set by the lowest-rated component in the load path.
DISCLAIMER
Hoist trolleys are load-bearing equipment. Selection and use call for training consistent with applicable ASME standards and OSHA regulations. Beam compatibility, load ratings, and installation follow manufacturer documentation and applicable design standards. The information on this page is provided for general product awareness.