Hoist refers to a suspended machinery unit that is used for lifting and lowering a freely suspended (unguided) load; can be powered by hand, air or electricity; lifting medium either chain, wire rope or roller chain.
See also:
 "Hoist" is in the UNSPSC Code "24101633"
   Hoist drums
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