Expanding its line of high‐quality, forged rigging hooks, Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCO), a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, now offers high‐capacity rigging hooks with capacities ranging from 31‐1/2 to 60 tons.

These competitively priced hooks are well suited for heavy‐duty lifting applications, with features such as:

•   5:1 design factor – the same design factor as wire rope, so there is no need to downgrade
•  Ultra‐strong, forged latch tab, pre‐drilled for easy latch installation
•   Quenched and tempered material to deliver maximum strength with minimal unit weight and size
•   Highly visible load rating marking for easy identification to help ensure safe and proper use

In addition to high‐capacity hooks, Columbus McKinnon also offers rigging hooks in capacities ranging from 3/4 to 15 tons. All CM rigging hooks are machined and heat treated in the U.S.A. For more information, call Columbus McKinnon Channel Services at 800‐888‐0985 or www.cmworks.com.