Stuart Rush · Entertainment Lifting

CM Proffesional Electric Chain Hoist

Professional electric chain hoists trusted by riggers at the world's biggest concerts, theatres and live events.

D8+
Certified
IP65
Protection
70+
Years Lodestar
8:1
Safety factor
Lodestar hoist
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CM Electric Chain Hoists
CM Lodestar Klassiek
Lodestar · Classic
Lodestar
Classic
Electric chain motor

The industry workhorse. From world touring rock concerts to Broadway musicals and Las Vegas shows, the Lodestar Classic is the benchmark standard for professional riggers worldwide.

125 – 2000 kg4 – 16 m/minIP65BGV-D8TEST
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CM Lodestar Volgende Gen
★ Featured · Lodestar
Lodestar
Next Gen
New generation electric chain motor

The evolution of the Lodestar. Redesigned cast aluminium housing, heavy-duty DC brake, 5-pocket liftwheel and easy-access control panel. Compliant with BGV-D8, BGV-D8+ and igvw SQ P2.

125 – 2000 kg4 – 16 m/minIP65BGV-D8+SQ P2
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CM Lodestar D8+ - 1000 kg
Lodestar · D8+
Lodestar D8+
1 Tonne
1000 kg — D8+ Certified

Meets all SR2.0 requirements. Clutch outside the load path as a precise overload device. Mechanical design factor 10:1 with double brake. In accordance with VPLT Code of Practice.

1000 kg10:1 design factorDouble brakeIP65TEST
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CM Lodestar D8+ - 500 kg
Lodestar · D8+
Lodestar D8+
1.5 Tonne
1300 kg — D8+ Certified

Mid-high capacity D8+ model. Precision-machined heat-treated gears, black PVC-coated internal chain guide for quiet operation. H4 duty cycle, FEM class 2M.

1300 kg10:1 design factorFEM 2M / H4IP65TEST
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CM Lodestar Takel D8 - 2000 kg
Lodestar · D8+
Lodestar D8+
2 Tonne
2000 kg — Maximum D8+ capacity

Top capacity of the standard D8+ range. Electromechanical double brake, 10:1 mechanical design factor, certified for the most demanding live entertainment rigging.

2000 kg10:1 design factorDouble EM brakeBGV-D8+TEST
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CM StageStar
StageStar · D8+
StageStar
D8+
250 kg — Compact D8+ hoist

Lightweight and easy to transport, the StageStar D8+ is built for safety and reliability in any entertainment application. Modular design, lifetime-lubricated gearbox, slip clutch overload protection.

250 kgD8+ / SQ P2Double brake std.IP55TEST
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CM Lodestar Klassiek
Prostar · Small venues
Prostar
136 – 500 kg — Compact & quiet

Lightweight, quiet and portable — the CM Prostar is designed and built for the unique rigging needs of small venues. Non-adjusting DC electro-mechanical brakes for low maintenance. CM-patented 10-pocket oblique liftwheel. The industry's best lifetime warranty.

136 – 500 kgFEM 2M/H4Low Voltage ControlLifetime Warranty
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MTN CM Prostar kettingtakeltas (dubbele haak)
Accessory · Prostar
Prostar
Chain Bag
Cloth chain bag for Prostar

Durable, easy-to-mount cloth bag for the CM Prostar. Keeps the load chain tidy during operation, protecting both the chain and the working environment below.

Prostar compatibleQuick mountIP65BGV-D8TEST
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CM BatteryStar-takel
BatteryStar · Cordless
Battery
Star
1000 kg — No mains power required

CM × Milwaukee Tool® industry-leading technology. Powered by an M18™ Red Lithium battery. True variable speed, wireless remote up to 60 ft. away. Ideal for temporary installs or areas without electrical access. IP55 rated.

1000 kg8 FPMIP55Wireless remoteMilwaukee M18™
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About Stuart Rush
STUART RUSH · INDEPENDENT BY DESIGN

Stuart Rush is the independent home of trusted overhead-lifting brands — Lodestar, Prostar, BatteryStar, Coffing, Chester, Budgit and Herc-Alloy. Engineered and built in Tennessee and Virginia, with the same part numbers and the same people behind them.

Entertainment products meet BGV-D8, BGV-D8+, igvw SQ P2 and SR2.0. Trusted worldwide by riggers since 1955.

IP65
Protection class
8:1
Chain safety factor
40%
FEM 2M duty cycle
USA
Built in TN & VA
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