DE-GP Non-Marking Adjustable Horizontal Plate Clamp (1,200 kg - 2,000 kg WLL Per Pair)

Ensure the safe, efficient, and completely damage-free handling of heavy materials with the DE-GP Plate Clamp with Height Adjustment. Purpose-built for the secure transport of single metal sheets and fabricated structures in a strictly horizontal position, this premium lifting clamp is an essential tool for steelworks, manufacturing facilities, and high-end construction sites.

Designed and proudly Made in the EU, the DE-GP series guarantees exceptional durability, reliability, and full compliance with rigorous UK and European lifting safety standards while offering bespoke protection for your most sensitive loads.

Core Operational Advantages & Features

• Damage-Free Lifting Technology: When handling sensitive, polished, or finished surfaces, avoiding surface damage is critical. The DE-GP features highly engineered non-scratching jaws lined with a soft, high-friction material. This bespoke design firmly grips the load without leaving bite marks, gouges, or structural deformities.
• Versatile & Adjustable Operation: Engineered for shop-floor adaptability, this clamp boasts a generous, adjustable gripping range of 0 mm up to 200 mm, easily accommodating varying plate thicknesses or structural profiles.
• Targeted Load Capacity: Designed for precise, damage-free handling, offering a reliable Working Load Limit (WLL) ranging from 1,200 kg up to 2,000 kg (2 Tonnes) per pair of clamps.
• Flexible Rigging Compatibility: The ergonomic handles are specifically designed to be seamlessly integrated and lifted using either a standard two-leg sling or a structural lifting beam system.
• Premium European Build: Proudly manufactured in the EU to the highest industrial engineering standards, ensuring long-lasting mechanical reliability.

Critical Safe-Lifting Geometry

To ensure absolute maximum safety and prevent dangerous load shifts or material deflection during transit, operators must adhere to the following strict usage guidelines:

• Minimum Setup: Sheet metals must be lifted using at least two pairs of clamps (four clamps in total) attached securely to a lifting beam to maintain perfect horizontal equilibrium.
• Oversized Loads: When handling exceptionally long sheets or complex, flexible structures, more than two pairs of clamps may be required. These must be distributed evenly to prevent load deflection (sagging) and guarantee a perfectly balanced, secure lift.

Strict UK Safety & Statutory Certification

Safety is paramount in heavy overhead lifting. The DE-GP Plate Clamp is rigorously tested to meet the highest industry regulations, providing you with complete peace of mind on site:

• UKCA Approved: Fully certified and regulatory-ready for legal trade and safe industrial deployment within the United Kingdom.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Fully complies with the 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

Reduction WLL for different working angles

Order & Technical Enquiries

Upgrade your lifting operations with industry-leading safety and surface protection. Ensure your delicate horizontal loads are moved flawlessly.

To order the DE-GP Plate Clamp, request pricing, or discuss your specific lifting beam configurations, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Will this clamp leave scratches on polished stainless steel or aluminium?
A: No. The DE-GP is specifically designed as a non-marking lifting solution. Its jaws are lined with a specialised soft, high-friction material that securely grips the load without scratching or denting sensitive surfaces.

Q: Can I use just one pair of DE-GP clamps to lift a plate horizontally?
A: For safety and absolute load stability, Craneplex lifting guidelines mandate that sheets must be lifted using a minimum of two pairs (four clamps) attached to a lifting beam.

Q: What is the maximum load capacity for this non-scratch model?
A: The DE-GP series offers a safe Working Load Limit ranging between 1,200 kg and 2,000 kg per pair, depending on your selected model.

Q: What is the maximum thickness this clamp can hold?
A: The clamp features a highly adaptable and height-adjustable gripping range, safely accommodating materials from 0 mm up to 200 mm thick.

Q: Is this lifting clamp legally compliant for UK construction sites? A: Yes. The DE-GP Plate Clamp is fully UKCA marked and strictly adheres to the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 alongside the harmonised BS EN 13155 lifting standards.