OUR PASSION & DEDICATION
Arie Stinis founded the company in 1830 as a smithy, making horse shoes and skates for the community of Krimpen aan de Lek. Located close to the port of Rotterdam, Stinis became involved in the development, manufacture, certification and maintenance of chains, hooks and accessories. Today we design, manufacture not only chains and hooks but also service spreaders and custom lifting equipment for container handling.
We make sure to always listen closely to what the customer needs. Partnering with Stinis means joining our family. Being our customer means you get continuous support from a seasoned pioneer in cutting-edge spreader technology.
Certified Quality, Proven Performance
Safety, quality and reliability are at the core of everything we do. Every product is engineered to meet specific operational requirements and undergoes thorough quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process. Our experienced team ensures that each lifting solution delivers long-term performance, even in the most challenging environments. Our commitment to quality is backed by internationally recognized certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and ISO 45001. These standards reflect our dedication to quality management, environmental responsibility, information security and workplace safety.
As a family-owned company, we take pride in every product that leaves our facility. Our reputation is built on craftsmanship, technical expertise and long-term partnerships, giving customers worldwide the confidence to trust Stinis with their most critical lifting operations.
Chains & Hooks Catalogue
Our catalogue includes a comprehensive range of high-quality chains, hooks and lifting components designed for demanding industrial, offshore, port and heavy handling applications. Whether you are looking for grade 8, grade 10 or specialized lifting chains, master links, shortening clutches, sling hooks, self-locking hooks or complete chain sling assemblies, we offer reliable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, durability and performance.
Every product is carefully selected and manufactured to withstand heavy loads and harsh operating conditions. Thanks to our extensive experience in lifting technology, we can advise you on the most suitable chain and hook configuration for your specific application. Our team considers factors such as load capacity, lifting angles, environmental conditions and operational requirements to ensure maximum safety and efficiency.
Quality is at the core of everything we do. Our products are supplied with the required certifications and are subject to strict quality control procedures. As a company certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 and ISO 45001 standards, we are committed to delivering reliable products and maintaining the highest levels of quality, environmental responsibility, information security and workplace safety.
In addition to our extensive standard range of chains and hooks, we also specialize in custom lifting solutions. When a standard product does not fully meet your requirements, our engineering team can design, manufacture and supply tailor-made lifting equipment developed specifically for your operation. From custom lifting beams and spreaders to specialized lifting attachments and engineered lifting assemblies, we provide solutions that help customers safely and efficiently handle their most challenging lifting tasks.
Whether you require a single lifting component or a complete custom-engineered solution, Stinis is your trusted partner for chains, hooks and lifting equipment worldwide.
Lifting equipment
Stinis container spreaders are a trusted foundation for efficient and dependable global shipping. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and continuous innovation, we offer a wide range of lifting solutions tailored to the demands of modern logistics. Each product is engineered with …
Our Organization
Stinis headquarters are located in Krimpen aan de Lek in The Netherlands. The Holding company determines group strategy and sets global policies there aimed at fostering efficiency, consistency, cooperation and growth. Corporate planning, product development …
Our roots
In 1830 Arie Stinis founded his smithy, making horse shoes and skates for the community of Krimpen aan de Lek. As the company passed from father to son for five generations, its focus shifted from general blacksmithing to specialized engineering of marine lifting equipment …
Our Passion & Dedication
Arie Stinis founded the company in 1830 as a smithy, making horse shoes and skates for the community of Krimpen aan de Lek. Located close to the port of Rotterdam, Stinis became involved in the development, manufacture, certification and maintenance of chains, hooks and accessories. Today we design, manufacture not only chains and hooks but also service spreaders and custom lifting equipment for container handling.
We make sure to always listen closely to what the customer needs. Partnering with Stinis means joining our family. Being our customer means you get continuous support from a seasoned pioneer in cutting-edge spreader technology.
Certified Quality, Proven Performance
Safety, quality and reliability are at the core of everything we do. Every product is engineered to meet specific operational requirements and undergoes thorough quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process. Our experienced team ensures that each lifting solution delivers long-term performance, even in the most challenging environments. Our commitment to quality is backed by internationally recognized certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and ISO 45001. These standards reflect our dedication to quality management, environmental responsibility, information security and workplace safety.
As a family-owned company, we take pride in every product that leaves our facility. Our reputation is built on craftsmanship, technical expertise and long-term partnerships, giving customers worldwide the confidence to trust Stinis with their most critical lifting operations.
Chains & Hooks Catalogue
Our catalogue includes a comprehensive range of high-quality chains, hooks and lifting components designed for demanding industrial, offshore, port and heavy handling applications. Whether you are looking for grade 8, grade 10 or specialized lifting chains, master links, shortening clutches, sling hooks, self-locking hooks or complete chain sling assemblies, we offer reliable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, durability and performance.
Every product is carefully selected and manufactured to withstand heavy loads and harsh operating conditions. Thanks to our extensive experience in lifting technology, we can advise you on the most suitable chain and hook configuration for your specific application. Our team considers factors such as load capacity, lifting angles, environmental conditions and operational requirements to ensure maximum safety and efficiency.
Quality is at the core of everything we do. Our products are supplied with the required certifications and are subject to strict quality control procedures. As a company certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 and ISO 45001 standards, we are committed to delivering reliable products and maintaining the highest levels of quality, environmental responsibility, information security and workplace safety.
Whether you require a single lifting component or a complete custom-engineered solution, Stinis is your trusted partner for chains, hooks and lifting equipment worldwide.
WE ARE FULLY
CUSTOMIZABLE
When you join Stinis as a customer, an employee or a supplier, you join our family. It means we build a long-term partnership based on trust and friendship, because our company and family reputation are inseparable. We will go to extremes when we design and build Custom Lifting Equipment for you. We are devoted to giving you a bespoke product that we can all be proud of. That's why our name is on your spreaders.
ALMOST 200 YEARS
OF EXPERIENCE
Stinis has nearly 200 years of experience in giving others the tools to do their jobs. We know what is expected from us. We promise to advise you in good conscience about what we think you really need. We promise to solve your problems, not just sell you our Custom Lifting Equipment. Most importantly, you are guaranteed of a lifetime of support, regardless of warranty periods. And you get to talk to specialists – people who love what they do and do it for you.
CHAINS & HOOKS
We offer more than 5000 Custom Lifting Equipment based on a combination of chains, slings, hooks and other accessories. We weld the combination into a whole, customized according to the wishes of the customer. We know exactly what the customer needs. Stinis is a company that stands for pure quality based on the years of experience and knowledge of its employees. A trusted supplier of lifting tools, based on quality, durability and safety.
