Lifting Beam TPK-C for Cargo Container

The Lifting Beam TPK-C is a highly specialised and robust spreader device designed for the safe, stable, and highly efficient lifting of shipping containers. Engineered for demanding industrial, maritime, and logistical applications, the TPK-C features a heavy-duty construction, outstanding durability, and exceptional ease of use for rigging personnel.

Whether you are operating in busy commercial seaports, managing marine transportation, or overseeing a sprawling logistics terminal, this lifting beam is the perfect, reliable solution for your daily container handling requirements.

Key Features & Operational Benefits

• Exceptional Load Capacity: Features a massive Working Load Limit (WLL) ranging from 16,000 kg up to 30,500 kg, ensuring the safe lifting of heavy, fully loaded standard and High Cube (HC) shipping containers.
• Durable, European Construction: Proudly manufactured in the EU from high-quality structural steel. This guarantees long-lasting reliability and resistance to wear, even in the harshest marine and industrial environments.
• Safe & Stable Operation: Designed with precise attachment points and optimal geometry, the spreader minimises the risk of operational errors, prevents load sway, and ensures absolute stability during lifting and transit.
• Efficient Assembly: The user-friendly design allows for quick installation to your crane and straightforward dismantling once handling operations are complete, significantly reducing costly downtime.

Uncompromising Safety & Compliance

At Craneplex, your site safety is our ultimate priority. The TPK-C Lifting Beam is rigorously tested and manufactured in strict accordance with industry-leading harmonised standards and regulations:

• UKCA Marked for fully compliant operation within the Great Britain market.
• Fully adheres to the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
• Manufactured according to strict harmonised standards: BS EN 13155 (Cranes. Safety. Non-fixed load lifting attachments).
• Meets stringent design and electrical safety protocols: BS EN 13001 and BS EN 60204-32.
• Comprehensive Product Marking: Every unit is clearly and permanently marked with the manufacturer's mark, UKCA marking, explicit load capacity (WLL), unique factory serial number, and year of production for full traceability.

Ideal Industry Applications

The versatility and high capacity of the TPK-C spreader make it an essential lifting asset for:

• Seaports & Terminals: Efficiently lifting and transporting shipping containers from dockside to vessel, or within sprawling storage warehouses.
• Marine Transport: Facilitating safe, balanced, and rapid loading and unloading processes on cargo ships.
• Logistics & Handling Hubs: An indispensable tool for inland container depots and transhipment centres requiring precise and secure container manoeuvring.

Container Hook Options

To suit your specific operational requirements and site risk assessments, the TPK-C beam is compatible with two distinct types of container hooks:

• Container Hook KE (Standard): The highly reliable, industry-standard choice for everyday container lifting and rapid engagement.
• Container Hook CHWP (Optional Upgrade): Features integrated mechanical protection against accidentally falling out of the container casting, offering an extra layer of security during complex or highly dynamic lifts.

Technical Specifications & Sizing Guide

Below is the detailed technical data for the TPK-C Lifting Beam range to help you select the exact specification for your facility.

(Note: Detailed geometric dimensions including L, T, A, B, C, S, H, and R are fully compliant with standard container specifications. Please contact the Craneplex team for full technical drawings).

Container hooks:
Container hook KE (standard)	Container hook CHWP with protection against falling out (option)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the maximum container weight the TPK-C can lift?
Depending on the model you select, the TPK-C beam offers Working Load Limits (WLL) of 16 tonnes, 24 tonnes, and a maximum of 30.5 tonnes for exceptionally heavy cargo.

Can the TPK-C lift High Cube (HC) containers?
Yes. All TPK-C models are designed with geometry that seamlessly accommodates both standard and High Cube (HC) variations of 20-foot and 40-foot shipping containers.

What does "20/40 CS" mean in the product code?
Models ending in "20/40" are highly versatile dual-purpose lifting beams. They are engineered to safely lift both 20-foot and 40-foot containers using a heavy-duty chain sling (CS), providing maximum flexibility for your fleet.

Is this equipment certified and legal for use in the UK?
Absolutely. The TPK-C Lifting Beam is fully UKCA marked, manufactured in the EU, and strictly tested to comply with BS EN 13155 and the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

How quickly can this beam be assembled on site?
The TPK-C features a user-friendly, highly efficient design that allows rigging personnel to quickly install it onto the crane hook and dismantle it when the shift is over, minimising operational downtime.

Upgrade Your Container Handling Operations Today

The TPK-C stands out due to its superior construction, steadfast reliability, and exceptional heavy lifting capabilities, making it the premier choice for professional logistics and maritime operations.

Ready to invest in safety and operational efficiency? Contact the expert team at Craneplex today to learn more about the TPK-C lifting beam, request full technical drawings, or receive a tailored quote for your facility.