Spreader beams are universally applied gear which is widely used in various types of lifting operations onshore and offshore.
Lifting spreader beam.
High quality spreader beams from grainger help lift uneven loads and keep them level for increased safety.
In this article we will explore the design of a basic spreader beam and see what design checks are needed to establish the suitability of a spreader beam for particular lifting operation.
Spreader beams designed to direct load to top rigging and hooks requires a greater amount of headroom than a lifting beam.
Find the load capacity minimum and maximum spread and headroom that fits your application.
The beam typically has connection points on the underside that hook to the cargo for lifting.