TWD Forklift Hook Attachment (1,500 kg - 8,000 kg WLL)

Instantly expand your material handling capabilities without investing in specialized heavy machinery. The TWD Forklift Hook Attachment acts as a bridge between standard pallet handling and complex overhead lifting, seamlessly converting your everyday forklift into a fully certified, mobile jib crane.

Engineered to safely transport heavy, suspended, or awkwardly shaped loads, the TWD series is the ultimate upgrade for dynamic warehouses, construction sites, and demanding manufacturing facilities.

Purpose-Built for Industrial Lifting

Rather than relying on uncertified rigging methods, the TWD attachment provides a dedicated, load-bearing anchor point right on your forks.

• Scalable Lifting Power: Available in multiple heavy-duty configurations, offering a Working Load Limit (WLL) starting at a highly practical 1,500 kg and scaling up to a massive 8,000 kg.
• Out-of-the-Box Readiness: Minimise downtime. Every TWD unit is supplied as a complete assembly, inclusive of a heavy-duty bow shackle and a high-strength safety hook, meaning it is ready for immediate deployment.
• European Engineering: Proudly Made in the EU. The robust steel construction is precision-engineered to withstand the repetitive stress and environmental wear of daily industrial use.
• Audit-Ready Traceability: Site inspections demand clarity. Each attachment is permanently stamped with critical data: the manufacturer's mark, UKCA marking, maximum load capacity (WLL), a unique factory serial number, and the year of production.

Certified Site Safety & Compliance

Improvised lifting on a forklift is a major HSE violation. The TWD attachment eliminates this risk by providing a lifting solution that is rigorously tested and globally recognised.

• UKCA Approved: Fully certified for legal trade and safe commercial operation within Great Britain.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Adheres strictly to the mandatory health and safety directives outlined in the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
• Harmonised Industry Standards: Designed, manufactured, and tested in strict alignment with:
• BS EN 13155: The benchmark standard for the safety of non-fixed load lifting attachments.

Order & Technical Enquiries

Transform the way your team handles suspended loads. Equip your forklift fleet with a certified, robust, and highly versatile lifting attachment.

To request a formal quote for the TWD series or to verify compatibility with your forklift's fork dimensions, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How does the TWD attachment secure to the forklift?
A: The TWD is designed to slide securely over your existing forklift tines (forks). Depending on the specific model variation, it is typically locked in place behind the heel of the fork to prevent any forward slip during transport or heavy braking.

Q: Can I use my own shackle and hook with this attachment?
A: While you can use alternative certified rigging gear, the TWD is supplied complete with a perfectly matched, heavy-duty bow shackle and safety hook that are already load-rated to match or exceed the attachment's WLL, ensuring immediate safety.

Q: Why is using a dedicated hook attachment safer than wrapping a sling around the forks?
A: Wrapping slings or chains directly around forklift tines can easily cut, fray, or severely damage the rigging material due to the sharp edges of the forks. Additionally, the load can slide off the smooth metal surface. The TWD provides a secure, load-rated anchor point that protects your slings and locks the load in place.

Q: Will this attachment reduce the overall lifting capacity of my forklift?
A: Yes. When calculating your safe working load, you must account for both the weight of the TWD attachment itself and the extended load centre it creates on your forklift. Always consult your forklift's derated load chart before performing a lift.