Adjustable Vertical Steel Drum Lifting Clamp 500kg (GB-S)

The GB-S Drum Clamp from Craneplex is an essential piece of lifting equipment expertly designed for the safe, stable, and highly efficient lifting of steel drums in a strictly vertical position.

Whether you are operating in a busy warehouse, a heavy-duty manufacturing plant, or a demanding industrial site, this robust lifting clamp guarantees reliable performance under intensive daily use. Manufactured in the EU to strict engineering tolerances, it represents the highest standard of industrial lifting gear, ensuring your material handling operations are as smooth and secure as possible.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

• Working Load Limit (WLL): 500 kg, providing ample and secure lifting capacity for fully loaded industrial steel drums.
• Adjustable Gripping Range: 400 mm to 610 mm, offering outstanding flexibility to securely hold standard steel drums of varying diameters.
• Intended Use: Specifically engineered for the lifting, lowering, and transporting of steel drums in a vertical orientation.
• Manufacturing Origin: Proudly Made in the EU, ensuring superior material strength, longevity, and rigorous quality control.

Fully Certified for UK & EU Safety Standards

Safety in heavy overhead lifting is paramount, and minimising the risk of slippage or load drops during transit is critical. You can buy with absolute confidence knowing that the GB-S Drum Clamp is fully certified, rigorously tested, and compliant with strict legal frameworks:

• UKCA Approved: Fully certified and approved for commercial and industrial use within the United Kingdom.
• Legal Compliance: Strictly complies with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
• Harmonised Standards: Manufactured in strict accordance with BS EN 13155 (Safety requirements for non-fixed load lifting attachments).

Why Choose Craneplex?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the maximum lifting capacity of the GB-S Drum Clamp?
This heavy-duty lifting clamp features a Working Load Limit (WLL) of 500 kg, making it perfectly suited for handling most fully loaded industrial steel drums.

What is the gripping range of this clamp?
The GB-S model offers a highly adjustable gripping range spanning from 400 mm to 610 mm. This flexibility allows it to securely accommodate various standard steel drum sizes.

Can I use this clamp to lift drums horizontally?
No. The GB-S Drum Clamp is specifically engineered and certified exclusively for lifting and transporting steel drums in a vertical (standing) position.

Is this clamp suitable for lifting plastic barrels?
This specific clamp is engineered to provide a secure grip on the rims of steel drums. If you need to lift plastic barrels, we highly recommend choosing a clamp specifically designed for plastic containers (such as the GB-D model) to prevent damage and ensure a safe grip.

Is this lifting equipment legal and compliant for use in the UK?
Yes. The GB-S clamp is proudly manufactured in the EU, carries the UKCA mark, and rigorously complies with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and the harmonised BS EN 13155 standard.