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hoisting machine [′hȯist·iŋ mə‚shēn]
(mechanical engineering) A mechanism for raising and lowering material with intermittent motion while holding the material freely suspended. hoisting machine A power-operated machine, used for lifting or lowering a load, that utilizes a drum and wire rope (excluding elevators); includes but is not limited to a cableway, crane, or derrick. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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