Adjustable Lifting Beam

Up to 10,000kg WLL | 4995mm | 4 Slidable Lifting Points | Grade S355 Steel | Manufactured in the UK | Fully Certified

A fully certified adjustable lifting beam for securely transporting heavy or uneven loads by crane. Four slidable lifting points reposition along the beam to achieve even weight distribution — including loads where the centre of gravity is not centrally positioned — and the chains do not need adjusting for uneven loads, reducing the number of test lifts required and manual handling. Manufactured in the UK from Grade S355 British and European steel.

Key Features

• 4 slidable lifting points can be repositioned along the beam to achieve even weight distribution across a wide variety of load configurations, including offset and uneven loads.
• Handles on the slidable lifting points reduce the risk of injury to personnel when adjusting the beam.
• Locking pins secure each slidable lifting point in position before lifting. Check all pins are fastened and locked before each use.
• Up to 10,000kg WLL for the transport of heavy loads, dependent on lifting point position.
• Reduced manual handling compared to adjusting chains for uneven loads, improving both efficiency and on-site safety.
• Grade S355 steel construction throughout, manufactured in the UK from British and European steel.

Technical Specifications

The WLL is dependent on the position of the slidable lifting points. For the maximum WLL of 10,000kg, the distance between the two top lifting points must be no less than 1620mm. If the distance between the top lifting point and drop chain is between 1440mm and 1620mm, the WLL reduces to 6,000kg. The weight of the beam must be added to the weight of the load when calculating the total load on the crane hook. No single point lift is permitted.

More About This Product

A fully certified adjustable lifting beam for securely transporting heavy or uneven loads by crane. Four slidable lifting points can be repositioned along the beam to achieve even weight distribution, including loads where the centre of gravity is not centrally positioned. The chains do not need to be adjusted for uneven loads, which reduces the number of test lifts required and manual handling. Manufactured in the UK from Grade S355 British and European steel.

Suitable Applications

The adjustable lifting beam is suited to lifts requiring a 4-point lift or where the centre of gravity is offset or not centrally positioned. Typical site applications include lifting modular pods, prefabricated plant rooms, structural steel assemblies, and other large or irregular loads by tower crane or mobile crane.

How to Use the Adjustable Lifting Beam

1. Inspect the beam before each use. Check all lifting eyes, slidable lifting points, locking pins and structural members for damage, deformation or corrosion. Do not use if defects are found.
2. Ensure exclusion zones are in place prior to lifting.
3. Adjust the four slidable lifting points along the beam to align with the attachment points on the load. Lifting point positions must be mirrored and symmetrical on both ends of the beam to maintain stability.
4. For maximum WLL of 10,000kg, ensure the distance between the two top lifting points is no less than 1620mm. Check all locking pins are fastened and locked before proceeding.
5. Attach a suitably rated chain sling to the topside attachment points and connect to the crane hook or shackle. Ensure the crane hook gate is fully closed and secured.
6. Attach the load to the four underside lifting points using suitably rated lifting chains and safety accessories.
7. Confirm the total load including beam weight does not exceed the crane's rated capacity. Lift slowly, confirming balance before proceeding to full lift height.
8. Transport to the required location and place onto stable, firm ground capable of accepting the combined load. Disconnect the lifting chains from the load and move the beam into position for the next lift.

Important:
A site-specific risk assessment and lift plan must be completed before use. All personnel involved must be competent and briefed in accordance with LOLER 1998. No single point lift is permitted.

Inspection and Maintenance

Inspect before every use, including checking lifting eyes for wear or elongation, adjuster pins, adjuster safety pins and safety shackles. Arrange thorough examination by a qualified engineer at least every 6 months when in regular use, in accordance with LOLER 1998. Remove from service if any lifting eye, sliding lifting point or structural member shows signs of deformation, cracks or corrosion. Store in a clean, upright condition in a secure location when not in use.

Warranty & Support

All Conquip lifting beams are covered by a 12-month product warranty against defects in material or workmanship from the date of purchase.

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