Structural Shapes Lifting Clamps

Both the Model AST and ASTL were developed primarily for lifting, turning and stacking lightweight beams and structural shapes while a constant tension is applied to the lifting shackle. The horizontal shackle permits a beam to be lifted with the web in a near horizontal position by placing the clamp on the load with the shackle positioned over the web, and between the flanges. With a beam lying in a horizontal position, and the clamp placed with the shackle overhanging the flange, the beam can be lifted, turned 90 degrees, and raised in a vertical position.

Both the Model AST and ASTL were developed primarily for lifting, turning and stacking light weight beams and structural shapes while a constant tension is applied to the lifting shackle. The horizontal shackle permits a beam to be lifted with the web in a near horizontal position by placing the clamp on the load with the shackle positioned over the web, and between the flanges. With a beam lying in a horizontal position, and the clamp placed with the shackle over hanging the flange, the beam can be lifted, turned 90 degrees, and raised in a vertical position. The Model ASTL includes all of the feature of the Model AST plus a linkage which permits the tool to be removed remotely by setting the load down with the sling slack, then lifting the crane hook.

The Model DG rail clamp is used for lifting and transporting crane rails and railroad rails. Lightness of weight allows it to be hand applied and hand removed. The Model DG possesses all the features of the Model FR. All the repair parts are identical to same tonnage of the FR, except the swivel jaw has been eliminated.

The Model M is a multipurpose clamp used for positioning, sorting, erection and handling of prefabricated sections. The split lower jaw enables the clamp to be particularly useful in handling structural shapes. The Model M incorporates a "Lock Closed" feature which facilitates attaching the clamp to the member being lifted. These clamps must be used in pairs, sets of pairs, or in a tripod arrangement for transporting plate horizontally. Handle is available on 8 ton clamp only.

The Model SEA is a clamp used primarily for erection of structural beams. Configuration of the lower hook assembly and the over center position of the shackle permits a clamp to grip closer to the beam web, stabilizing the load and holding it with the web near horizontal for easy alignment of bolt holes. The clamp incorporates a "Lock Open" and "LockClosed" feature which facilitates in attaching and removing the clamp from the beam.

The Model SX clamp is used for lifting andtransporting of angles both in fabrication anderection of steel. It possesses all the features ofthe Model S. All repair parts are identical to thesame tonnage Model S parts.