HPV Dedicated S49 Rail Lifting Clamp (1,500 kg WLL)

Enhance the precision and safety of your specialised rail infrastructure projects with the HPV Rail Lifting Clamp. Engineered specifically for networks that utilize the S49 track profile, this dedicated lifting attachment guarantees a secure, perfectly balanced, and zero-compromise mechanical grip.

Delivering a highly capable Working Load Limit (WLL) of 1,500 kg (1.5 Tonnes), the HPV model provides rail contractors and track maintenance crews with the ideal middle-ground rigging solution—offering more lifting power than standard 1-tonne clamps without the bulk of ultra-heavy 2-tonne equivalents.

Core Operational Advantages

Lifting 1.5 tonnes of solid steel requires equipment that delivers absolute mechanical certainty. The HPV is purpose-built to provide targeted performance for specific rail networks while integrating seamlessly with your existing rigging gear:

• Exclusive S49 Profile Match: The clamping jaws are custom-machined explicitly for the specific head dimensions of the S49 rail. This bespoke, interlocking fit ensures an aggressive mechanical bite, preventing lateral slip and dangerous load shifts during overhead transit.
• 1.5-Tonne Payload Capacity: Rated to safely manage up to 1,500 kg, providing ample lifting strength to easily accommodate extended standard lengths of solid steel track.
• Modular Rigging Integration: Supplied as a standalone heavy-duty clamp, the HPV allows your riggers to connect it directly to their own certified master links, chain slings, or multi-point spreader beams for ultimate operational flexibility.
• Premium Industrial Craftsmanship: Forged from exceptional-grade industrial steel, it is built to withstand relentless exposure to harsh weather, heavy impacts, and severe track ballast friction.

Absolute Safety & Mandatory Proof Testing

In the high-stakes environment of the UK rail network, equipment failure is simply not an option. We provide indisputable proof of structural integrity before the clamp ever reaches your trackside operations:

Zero Guesswork – 100% Strength Tested: At Craneplex, we refuse to rely on randomized batch checks. Every single HPV rail clamp undergoes a rigorous 100% physical strength proof load test in strict accordance with the appendices of the BS EN 13155 standard. Your exact unit has been physically overloaded in a controlled factory setting to empirically prove it will not deform under its maximum 1.5-tonne capacity.

To guarantee seamless passage through the strictest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) site audits, the HPV satisfies all critical statutory frameworks:

• UKCA Certified: Fully approved, documented, and regulatory-ready for safe commercial deployment across Great Britain’s rail network.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Strictly adheres to all mandatory health, safety, and lifting directives outlined in the UK Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
• Harmonised Lifting Standards: Designed, manufactured, and physically tested in absolute alignment with the harmonised BS EN 13155 (Cranes – Safety – Non-fixed load lifting attachments) standard.

Order & Technical Enquiries

Equip your infrastructure teams with precision-engineered rail clamps that guarantee a perfect grip on S49 profiles, substantial lifting capacity, and complete site compliance.

To order the HPV Rail Lifting Clamp, request formal dimensional schematics, or discuss bulk requirements for your upcoming major rail project, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the HPV clamp to lift other rail types like BS113A or UIC60?
A: No. The HPV is a bespoke model with jaw geometry machined exclusively for the S49 rail profile. Using it on differently shaped rail heads will result in an insecure grip, creating a severe and immediate safety hazard on your site. If you need a clamp for multiple profiles, please view our HPB or HPG models.

Q: What is the difference between the HPV and the HPL models?
A: Both clamps are engineered exclusively for the S49 rail profile. However, the HPV is rated for 1,500 kg, making it ideal for standard maintenance and lifting. The HPL series is designed for heavy-duty lifts, offering capacities from 2,000 kg up to 5,000 kg.

Q: Is a chain sling included with this clamp?
A: No, the HPV is supplied as a standalone clamp. This design allows you to pair it with your own highly-rated, certified rigging gear, giving your lifting team the flexibility to configure the load path to suit your specific crane setup.

Q: How does the "100% strength test" help my site managers during HSE inspections?
A: It provides them with a physical, documented test certificate confirming that your exact serial-numbered lifting clamp has survived extreme overload testing at the factory. This provides HSE inspectors with undeniable proof that the equipment is structurally sound and fit for high-capacity use on a live railway network.