The BATTEN HOIST (with Circuits) complies with all safety standards set forth by the Internationally recognized testing authorities of VBG 70 and by UL laboratories standards. These standards are directly associated with the safety of suspensions systems mounted above an assembly of people. The safety features incorporated into the BATTEN HOIST include, a self sustaining worm-geared set motor to prevent back winding in a static position and backed up by a breaking system when moving. The flexibility, ease of installation and the length of the batten it carries, makes it an ideal product for stage or architectural applications.