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  • Horizontal Lifting Clamp HLC-C type
  • Horizontal Lifting Clamp HLC-C type
  • Horizontal Lifting Clamp HLC-C type

Horizontal Lifting Clamp HLC-C type

No.1604

The HLC-C Type Horizontal Lifting Clamp is a robust handling tool designed specifically for the safe lifting and horizontal transport of steel plates and profiled bars.

  • Horizontal Transport: Safely moves steel plates and structural materials in a flat position.
  • Paired Operation: Must be used in pairs, multiple sets, or tripod arrangements for load stability.
  • Durable Construction: Forged from high-quality alloy steel to ensure maximum strength and safety.
  • Load Rating: Working Load Limits (WLL) apply when used in pairs at a specified lifting angle (typically 60°).
  • Technical Data

  • Safe Use of Lifting Clamp

Horizontal Lifting Clamp HLC-C Type
*Must be used in pairs or sets to ensure stable horizontal lifting.

Product Features

  • Horizontal Lifting Specialist: Specifically designed for the horizontal lifting and transporting of steel plates and flat materials.
  • Self-Gripping Cam Mechanism: Features a cam-style jaw that ensures a secure grip. The clamping force increases in proportion to the load weight, enhancing safety.
  • Lightweight & Durable: Engineered with a lightweight yet robust body, making it easy to handle while providing long-lasting durability.
  • Wide Capacity Range: Available in capacities ranging from 1.5 tonnes up to 9 tonnes (per pair).
  • Versatile Jaw Openings: Accommodates plate thicknesses from 0mm up to 100mm.
  • Safe Operation: Designed to lift single plates efficiently while maintaining load balance.

⚠️ Operational Safety Notes

  • The capacities shown in the table are based on a set of two clamps.
  • The top angle between the chain/rope legs must not exceed 30° from vertical (60° included angle).

Technical Specifications

*Refer to the diagram above to identify dimensions B, C, D, E in the table below.
Item No. Capacity (Per Pair) Jaw Opening Dimensions (mm) Net Weight Product Code
B C D E
(t) (mm) - - - - (kg)
HLCC150 1.5 0 - 50 210 130 100 30 4.30 160401500
HLCC300 3.0 0 - 50 236 203 110 36 6.00 160403000
HLCC500 5.0 0 - 60 273 251 130 40 12.00 160405000
HLCC900 9.0 0 - 100 380 290 165 40 28.40 160409000
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Selecting the Correct Lifting Clamp

Lifting clamps utilize various mechanisms (lever, cam, roller, or screw) to provide a friction grip on the plate. When selecting a clamp, consider:

  • Type of Action: Lever, cam, roller, or screw.
  • Capacity & Thickness: Ensure the clamp is rated for the weight and the plate thickness.
  • Rigging: Determine if a pendant chain sling is required to provide articulation.

IMPORTANT: Minimum Load Requirement
Some clamps (especially cam action types) rely on a minimum load to engage the gripping force safely. Unless specified otherwise by the manufacturer:
• The load should not be less than 20% of the Safe Working Load (SWL).
• The plate thickness should not be less than 20% of the maximum jaw opening.

Safety Guidelines

Always

  • Inspect clamps and accessories before use and before storage.
  • Ensure the clamp is seated fully onto the plate (as far as it will go).
  • Position the clamp directly over the center of gravity of the load.
  • Ensure the locking mechanism is fully engaged/tightened before lifting.
  • Ensure the plate is fully supported and stable before releasing the clamp.
  • Store clamps in a dry, clean place protected from corrosion.

Never

  • Never use clamps on hard or polished plates unless specifically designed for them.
  • Never put packing/shims between the plate and the jaws.
  • Never lift more than one plate at a time in a single clamp.
  • Never lower from vertical to horizontal (or vice-versa) unless the clamp is designed for it.
  • Never obliquely side load a vertical clamp.
  • Never force or wedge the hoist hook into the eye of the clamp.

Operation & Maintenance

Using Clamps Safely

Do not use defective clamps. Place the clamp over the load center. If the plate is long and tends to bend, use two clamps with a spreader beam to prevent the clamps from twisting. Keep oil, grease, and contaminants away from the gripping jaws.

In-service Inspection

Regularly inspect for:

  • Wear, damage, or distortion to fixed and moving jaws.
  • Cracks in the frame or opening out of the body.
  • Insecure, worn, or bent pins and bolts.
  • Worn friction grip material (teeth).
  • Damaged locking levers or tight threads.
⚠️ WARNING: Teeth of jaws must NOT be re-sharpened or re-cut unless specifically approved by the manufacturer.

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