Hoisting pianos

[Ron Nossaman]

> Ron,
>         Really good info. Question. Can these things be made or do they 
> exist as rope hoist instead of chain? I'd think the right diameter rope 
> would be plenty strong enough.
> 
> Greg

With rope, you're back to block and tackle unless you can find 
rope that engages the hoist sprocket so it doesn't slip under 
load.

Ron N