Lifting and Rigging Experts
Zimbabwe's oldest chain manufacturer
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1875
Founded in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Columbus McKinnon Corporation traces its roots back to 1875 when the Columbus Chain Company was founded in Columbus, Ohio. McKinnon Chain, another key predecessor, was founded in Yonkers, New York, in 1927
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1962
CM Chain Established in Zimbabwe
Columbus McKinnon Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd was established as a subsidiary of Columbus McKinnon Corporation USA, which is a World leader in
manufacture of Welded Steel chains and Lifting Chain Blocks and Lever Hoists in
the United States of America. -
2006
Donation to Hwange National Park
Columbus McKinnon delivered 9 x 10metre lengths of chain, that were necessary for animal rescue operations and lifting operations in the park.
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2008
CM Chain Zimbabwe is Independent
CM Chain began the process of changing ownership with a partnership of local investors eventually acquiring 100% of the business.
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2018
New Partnerships