FreeHoist is the first fully wireless, battery-powered electric chain hoist for stage, exhibition, venue and industrial use: 1000 kg capacity, TÜV Rheinland D8+, real-time load monitoring and radio control – no control cabling, for clean cable management and predictable get-ins.
The battery-powered drive decouples the hoist from fixed power – simplifying rigging, logistics and operation across the live events industry.
With no control or power cabling, complex wiring is eliminated – for a tidy setup and fewer points of failure on truss and floor.
Without cabling, hoists are ready for operation immediately. Setup times get shorter and reliably plannable.
Reduced cabling and maintenance effort lowers operating cost per show.
Operate via handheld transmitter, smartphone, tablet or laptop – with single and group control.
Radio & app control, Echtzeit-Lastüberwachung und Fernschaltung – der Elektrokettenzug im praktischen Einsatz.
More clips: load monitoring, remote switching & manual control — on request or in the download area.
Permanent-magnet synchronous drive, dual braking system and real-time load monitoring – built for demanding touring, exhibition and venue use.
The figures that matter in rigging – measured, certified, documented.
Both models offer 1000 kg capacity, 3.5 m/min lifting speed, IP65 and dual-band radio control. They differ in load chain, standby time and finish.
| Parameter | FreeHoist +Recommended · RRP €2,499 | FreeHoist + SuperPrice on request |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Lifting speed | 3,5 m/min | 3,5 m/min |
| Lifting height (standard) | 20 m | 20 m |
| Brake | Dual brake | Dual brake |
| Load chain (grade) | 7,1 × 21 mm (grade 100) | 7,1 × 21 mm (grade 100) RUD |
| Standby (full charge) | 25 days | 30 days |
| Certification | TÜV Rheinland D8+ / UL | TÜV Rheinland D8+ / UL |
| Finish | Black | Premium grey |
| Net weight | 30 kg | 30 kg |
| Protection / radio | IP65 · 2,4/5,8 GHz | IP65 · 2,4/5,8 GHz |
Dimensions 550 × 140 × 257 mm · lifting height 20 m · battery 36 V / 180 Wh · duty class M5 · load chain 7.1 × 21 mm (grade 100) · conformity TÜV Rheinland D8+, EN 17206, EN 14492-2, IGVW SQP2, CE, UL & CSA · chain bag and further accessories on request.
In rigging, operational safety comes first. The FreeHoist is TÜV Rheinland certified to D8+ and meets the relevant standards for professional use.
In the entertainment industry, the D8, D8+ and C1 operating modes govern the use of chain hoists in relation to people. The FreeHoist is certified to D8+: holding loads above people is permitted under increased safety requirements – secured by a dual braking system, limit switches and real-time load monitoring.
D8+, EN 17206, EN 14492-2, IGVW SQP2, CE — for professional rigging use.
UL & CSA compliant for the North American market.
Certified to the applicable UK requirements.
Dual braking system, limit switches and real-time load cell – 8:1 safety factor, as standard.
The FreeHoist moves loads wherever safety, precision and flexibility are required – from stage to permanent installation.
Audio, lighting and trussing loads at concerts, festivals and tours – fast in, fast out.
Low-cabling builds of exhibition stands and architecture under time pressure.
Precise, quiet movement of scenery and equipment in production environments.
Permanent rigging solutions in venues, locations and sports arenas.
Material handling and special applications with defined capacity and control.
Rugged, transport-friendly hoists for mobile rental and touring operations.
Enter load, rigging points and permitted point load – the calculator gives you a first orientation for your enquiry.
Sum of truss, technology and equipment.
As specified by the venue operator or structural engineer.
Planning value with a 15 % safety buffer; hoist dead weight (30 kg) included. Guide value assuming even load distribution; not a substitute for structural calculation or inspection by a competent person.
Use result in enquiry →We support the FreeHoist across its whole lifecycle – from Germany, with short paths and a dedicated contact.
Hands-on instruction for your team on operation, radio control and safe use of the equipment.
Maintenance and repair from one source. Recurring DGUV inspection is in preparation.
Two-year warranty, support beyond that, fast response times and spare parts from Germany.
From international trade fairs to large productions – the FreeHoist carries where reliability counts.
Hoists developed exclusively for professional entertainment and rigging technology.
MODE develops chain hoists and rigging technology strictly for professional live production. The focus is on what counts in this industry: operational safety, standards compliance and day-to-day reliability.
In Germany, MODE is exclusively represented by Lexvision GmbH – a company rooted in the events industry since 2018, with in-house development, warehousing and service in Trier. As MODE Germany we combine sales, technical consulting, service and training in one place.
We combine well-engineered hoist technology with dependable support – for predictable, safe workflows in your productions.
MODE Germany serves the German market – with an exclusive focus on western and northern Germany.
From Hamburg and Lower Saxony to Saarland and Hesse we serve you exclusively — with local proximity for consulting, demos, service and training.
Auch außerhalb des Exclusive territorys liefern und betreuen wir bundesweit — sprechen Sie uns für Ihr Projekt einfach an.
London — the Mode brand on the international stage.
Integrated Systems Europe — Mode at the trade show.
Hamburg — Mode Germany on site for the DACH market.
All technical documents for the FreeHoist as PDF — operation, safety and full specifications.
Key answers about the wireless FreeHoist electric chain hoist.
Der FreeHoist ist ein vollständig kabelloser, batteriebetriebener Elektrokettenzug für die Veranstaltungstechnik. Er benötigt kein Steuer- oder Stromkabel und wird per Handsender, Smartphone, Tablet oder Laptop bedient – bis zu 168 Stunden operation per charge.
Yes. The FreeHoist is TÜV Rheinland certified to D8+ and complies with EN 14492-2, IGVW SQP2 and CE as well as UL & CSA für USA/Kanada und die Anforderungen für UK. Die Operating mode D8+ erlaubt das Halten von Lasten über Personen unter erhöhten Sicherheitsanforderungen – abgesichert durch ein doppeltes Bremssystem, Endschalter und Echtzeit-Lastüberwachung (Sicherheitsfaktor 8:1).
The RRP for the FreeHoist+ is €2,499 incl. German VAT per unit — including free delivery within Germany and a flight case with Penn Elcom hardware and castors. In stock in Trier. FreeHoist+ Super, volume and B2B pricing on request.
Yes. The FreeHoist runs on a high-performance lithium battery with radio control (2.4/5.8 GHz dual band). Without control and power cables, setup time is reduced and cable management on the rig stays clean.
Yes. We provide instruction and training, technical consulting, spare parts and maintenance. Recurring DGUV inspection is in preparation. Two-year warranty, support beyond that.
Mode Germany covers all of Germany. Western and northern Germany (Hamburg/Lower Saxony to Saarland/Hesse) is served exclusively, the remaining federal states non-exclusively.
Whether quote, availability, demo or technical consulting – you reach us directly in Trier, with a dedicated contact and fast response times.
RRP €2,499 incl. VAT, in stock in Trier.
Gottbillstr. 35 · 54294 Trier, Germany — by appointment.
Tel. +49 (0) 651 14567727
The WhatsApp contact is also the Lexvision contact.