DE-CL Horizontal Plate Clamp (2,000 kg - 12,000 kg WLL)

Ensure maximum safety and efficiency in your lifting operations with the heavy-duty DE-CL Horizontal Plate Clamp. Expertly engineered for the secure transportation of single steel sheets and robust structural assemblies in a purely horizontal position, this high-performance lifting clamp is an essential tool for fabrication workshops, shipyards, and heavy engineering environments.

Proudly Made in the EU, the DE-CL clamp combines rugged durability with precision engineering to handle the most demanding daily industrial lifting tasks, guaranteeing absolute load stability from the moment the lift begins.

Core Operational Advantages & Features

• Advanced Jaw Pre-Compression: Equipped with an innovative internal jaw pre-compression mechanism. This system ensures the clamp firmly grips the load even before the vertical lifting tension is fully applied by the hoist, significantly reducing the risk of load slippage.
• Versatile Rigging Options: Designed for flexible mounting, the robust handles can be safely attached to a two-leg chain sling or mounted directly onto a traverse (spreader beam). (Note: It is critical that the permissible angles of deflection for the sling legs are strictly maintained during operation).
• Exceptional Gripping Range: The highly adaptable jaw mechanism accommodates massive variations in material thickness, providing a secure grip on sheets ranging from 0 mm up to an impressive 120 mm.
• Massive Capacity Range: Built to scale with your project demands, the DE-CL series features an immense Working Load Limit (WLL) spanning from 2,000 kg up to 12,000 kg (12 Tonnes).
• Targeted Material Compatibility: Specially engineered with gripping teeth designed for use with steel and metal surfaces featuring a material hardness strictly below 37 HRC.
• Premium European Build: Proudly manufactured in the EU to ensure the highest standards of structural integrity, quality control, and long-lasting mechanical reliability.

Strict UK Safety & Statutory Certification

When it comes to heavy overhead lifting, safety is paramount. The DE-CL Horizontal Plate Clamp is fully certified to meet the strictest UK and European safety regulations, giving operators and site managers total peace of mind:

• UKCA Approved: Fully certified and regulatory-ready for legal trade and safe industrial deployment within the United Kingdom.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Meets the stringent mandatory health and safety directives of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
• Harmonised Industry Standards: Designed, manufactured, and tested in strict alignment with:
• BS EN 13155: Cranes – Safety – Non-fixed load lifting attachments

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Order & Technical Enquiries

Equip your workforce with industry-leading lifting gear capable of handling massive structural loads with precision. Upgrade your lifting operations with the DE-CL Plate Clamp.

To order the DE-CL Horizontal Plate Clamp, request pricing, or seek technical support regarding sling geometry, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the DE-CL clamp for vertical plate lifting?
A: No. The DE-CL model is explicitly designed and load-rated exclusively for the horizontal lifting and transport of flat materials and structures.

Q: What is the maximum plate thickness the DE-CL clamp can accommodate?
A: The clamp features an exceptionally wide gripping range, safely accommodating extra-thick structural steel plates from 0 mm up to 120 mm.

Q: Does the clamp hold the plate before the crane takes the weight?
A: Yes. The DE-CL features an advanced jaw pre-compression mechanism that grips the material instantly upon attachment, ensuring load security even before full lifting tension is applied.

Q: How do I correctly attach these clamps to my crane hook?
A: The DE-CL clamp handles are engineered to be mounted on a standard two-leg chain sling or attached directly to a lifting traverse (spreader beam). You must ensure that the permissible angles of deflection for the sling legs are strictly maintained for safe lifting geometry.

Q: What is the maximum material hardness this clamp can safely grip?
A: The gripping teeth on the DE-CL clamp are specifically engineered for use on standard steel and metal surfaces with a material hardness strictly below 37 HRC.