Top stories from 2025

New products and product line expansions

Kito FER2 Food Grade Electric Hoist — Engineered for purity, reliability, and customization in hygienic lifting environments, the Kito FER2 is designed to meet the unique demands of food, beverage, and pharmaceutical operations and is available in bronze, silver, and gold feature levels.

– Up to 5,000kg load capacity
– Food-grade components: epoxy paint, stainless steel load hook & chain, nickel-plated accessories
– Supports HACCP compliance
– Tailor-made configurations available

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Gunnebo Industries LPE lifting point – a safer, smarter alternative to eye bolts. Designed to address the limitations of conventional eye bolts, particularly under side loads, the LPE Lifting Point offers a robust and smart solution for modern lifting needs.

360° rotation with ball bearings for smooth, controlled movement, even under load
Patented bail design to reduce the risk of shock loading
Three installation options: hand tightening, hex wrench, or spanner
High-visibility finish for enhanced safety and identification
Available in seven thread sizes, from M8 to M30

(Sold under the Kito brand in Japan.)

Gunnebo Industries Clevis Grab Hook GG with locking pin – expanded line now includes ranges from 6 to 20 mm. This is not just a shortening hook, the Clevis Grab Hook GG LP with Locking Pin is designed to enhance safety and boost the efficiency of your material lifting operations and ideal for in-line shortener and lashing applications.

Featuring supporting cradle lugs, it allows use at full WLL. The stainless steel chain locking pin ensures easy handling and minimizes the risk of accidental release when not under load.

Worker operating industrial equipment in a factory with safety gear and caution indicators.

Erikkila moveable workstation jib cranes — delivering enhanced performance and efficiency. The newly designed cranes are easier to install, come with an improved slewing limiter, and are available in round cable, hot-dip galvanized, and in custom colors.

Harrington TCK Air Hoist — two new heavy-lifting capacities, 10 Ton and 25 Ton. Built for low maintenance and high performance, these models deliver the power and reliability required for lifting extremely heavy materials in the most demanding environmentsWith robust cast iron construction, corrosion-resistant premium load chains, and a weather-resistant powder-coated finish, the new TCK models are engineered to thrive in harsh industries such as mining, shipyards, heavy construction, and petrochemical applications.

Premium features include an unlimited duty cycle for continuous operation, a robust rotary vane motor tested to M4 (10 Ton) and M3 (25 Ton), adjustable overload limiter to detect overload and automatically block air flow for lifting, upper/lower mechanical limit switches protect from over-traveling, a fail-safe automatic internal disc brake and an emergency stop pendant to enhance operator safety.

Harrington TCEM-II B Series Air Trolley Hoist – built for safety, reliability, and performance. Certified to the latest ATEX standards, these hoists are spark resistant and designed to operate in environments where explosive gases and dust may be present. These trolley hoists are certified to Ex II 2G Ex h IIB T4 Gb for gas and Ex II 2D Ex h III B 130°C Db for dust, ensuring protection in some of the most demanding industrial settings. The hoists are fully compliant with the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU, ensuring they meet European safety regulations for explosive atmospheres.

Expanded eepos product availability in the Americas — In August, we announced that eepos cranes would now be available through the Harrington sales channel in the US, Mexico, and South America. This collaboration combines the Harrington industry-leading sales network and customer support with the eepos world-class modular aluminum crane systems and accessories, offering expanded options and innovative material handling solutions.

Two new hammers in Cradley Heath — Earlier this year, we marked a significant milestone at our Cradley Heath facility with the inauguration of newly installed forging hammers. This investment strengthens our capabilities and reflects our commitment to safety and innovation.

Australia facilities expansion — a new distribution center, product showcase space, and state-of-the-art training center that will serve channel partners and end users in the region.

Aluminum die casting in Yamanashi — Investments in aluminum die casting were made at the Kito Crosby Yamanashi plant to increase high-volume production of complex and precise hoist components more quickly and cost-effectively.

Elizabethtown expansion — Following the announcement of eepos products being available through the Harrington sales channel in the Americas, eepos US operations were physically integrated into our Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, facilities, creating additional synergies between the eepos and Harrington brands to better serve customers in the region. A grand opening was held in conjunction with the Americas Hoist & Crane sales meeting in November.

Digital enhancements

New Crosby & Gunnebo Industries digital catalog — completely redesigned and includes detailed information for more than 4,300 of the world’s leading lifting, rigging, and securement products. The new catalog is available in 12 languages, is always up-to-date, and delivers enhanced search functionality, dynamic product pages, new CAD file integration, and supporting marketing materials.

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New CAD experience — Kito Crosby has partnered with SolidComponents to deliver a new CAD file experience for both the Crosby and Gunnebo Industries brands. The digital catalog is now fully integrated with SolidComponents so users can download CAD files for projects directly from the digital catalog product pages. Files are also available on solidcomponents.com.

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New resources section — the latest and most popular digital content is now available in one convenient place. Catch the latest episodes of our podcast, read blog posts, download white papers, and watch product videos and on-demand webinars hosted by our product experts.

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New interactive industry maps — easily find the best products for various types of applications within specific industries. Construction, Oil & Gas, and Mining are available now (more industries are coming soon).

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New training section — find all information about our Academy events (for channel partners) and University events (for end users) programs in one place. Register for courses, request on-site training, and order training materials online.

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New podcast — Our Raise Your World podcast launched this year on Spotify, featuring host Sean McLaughlin. The podcast features insightful conversations with industry professionals on topics ranging from special heavy lift projects, hydrogen embrittlement, wind energy, and more. New episodes are in the works for 2026.

Listen to the latest episodes

Training

More than 30,000 people trained — through one of our seminars, demo vehicle clinics, lunch and learns, repair courses, or online course in 2025. Since 1991, we have trained more than 630,000 people. No other company delivers the practical training, comprehensive resources, and technical support at to the products’ point-of-use.

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Inaugural Crosby Academy — In March, we hosted the first-ever Crosby Academy in Texas, bringing together our valued channel partner for an in-depth training experience focused on safe lifting and rigging best practices. Attendees engaged in hands-on demonstrations, expert-led sessions, and collaborative learning—all designed to strengthen industry knowledge and safety awareness.

Learn more about Crosby Academy

New training centers — new world-class training centers opened in Arlington, Texas; Mississauga Ontario; and Melbourne, Australia. These centers will serve both channel partners and end users throughout the year. In October, the Arlington training center was named after legendary Crosby trainer Danny Bishop in honor of his decades of service to the company and the industry.

Team member achievements

RAISE Awards – More than 750 nominations were cast this year for the Kito Crosby RAISE Awards. Team members are invited to nominate fellow team members and project groups quarterly, and a committee votes to award winners who most exemplify one or more of our core values of Reliability, Accountability, Innovation, Safety, and/or Excellence through their work. One team member is selected for the CEO Award for Employee Excellence. This year, Garrett Lambert at our Winona, Minnesota, plant was selected for his leadership in implementing an acid reclamation system drastically reduced waste and improved operational efficiency—an innovative step forward for both sustainability and safety.

Mr Kiyomi Tamari celebrates 50 years of service — Mr Yoshio Kito and the team in Yamanashi celebrated Kiomi Tamari’s incredible 50-year anniversary, recognizing his dedication and inspirational journey with the company.

Community engagement

Bridges to Prosperity team completes Rwanda bridge — 10 team members from across the world traveled to Rwanda this year to replace a deteriorating bridge for the local community. The new bridge will serve more than 4,400 people, providing safe access to critical resources.

Lifting for the Troops campaign hits new record — Together with our channel partners, industry partners, team members, friends, and family, we raised a record $82,000 for the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation this fall. All proceeds go directly to help fund scholarships and educational services for US military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. To date, we have raised a grand total of $350,000 for Fallen Patriots, enough to cover full scholarships for 14 students.

Kito Crosby announces new partnership with The Ocean Cleanup — Through this new partnership, Kito Crosby will provide high-quality lifting and securement products, as well as expert training and technical support, to help The Ocean Cleanup in its mission to remove plastic waste from the world’s oceans and rivers.

Japan Paralymic Ski Team – Each year, we are proud to sponsor the Japan Para-Ski Federation and its mission of supporting disabled athletes.

Bauma 2025 – In April we attended Bauma in Munich, Germany, where more than 600,000 attendees and more than 3,600 exhibitors from 57 countries gathered to share insights and showcase innovation. Our stand was a hub of activity, filled with customers, partners, and exciting new features. Visitors explored an interactive factory landscape, watched engaging videos, discovered our latest products, and joined in fun competitions. It was an incredible opportunity to connect, demonstrate our commitment to innovation, and strengthen relationships across the industry.

UK Customer Event — In November, we marked a significant milestone at our Cradley Heath facility with the inauguration of newly installed forging hammers — completed with zero accidents. These investments strengthen our capabilities and reflect our commitment to safety and innovation. To celebrate, we hosted an unforgettable customer event, welcoming business partners from across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The program was packed with highlights; from factory tour showcasing the new hammers to engaging presentations, training demos and a magical evening at Warwick Castle.

Company news

Kito Crosby to combine with Columbus McKinnon — In February, it was announced that Kito Crosby will combine with Columbus McKinnon. The business combination is expected to be complete in 2026.