In Hydraulic Hoist, Gate lifting and lowering operations are carried out by supplying high-pressure oil to the cylinder and Piston arrangement.
Hydraulic Hoisting Unit consist of
- Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly.
- Power Pack unit.
- Hydraulic Piping.
- Control Panel.
Hydraulic hoists may be Single acting or Double acting type. These types of hoisting units are compact, smooth in operation but having high cost and required skilled operator.
Hydraulic hoists may be used for the operation of Radial Gates, Intake Gates and Service Gates.