DE-S Heavy-Duty Horizontal Plate Clamp (12,000 kg - 20,000 kg WLL Per Pair)

Engineered for extreme industrial demands, the DE-S Horizontal Plate Clamp is the ultimate heavy-duty solution for safely lifting and manoeuvring massive steel loads. Boasting a formidable Working Load Limit (WLL) spanning from 12,000 kg up to 20,000 kg per pair, this high-performance lifting clamp is designed specifically to meet the rigorous demands of heavy engineering, shipbuilding, and large-scale metal fabrication environments.

Whether you are handling colossal single metal sheets, complex structural steel components, or exceptionally thick bundles of sheet metal, the DE-S clamp ensures a highly secure, perfectly balanced horizontal lift every time.

Core Operational Advantages & Features

• Purpose-Built for Horizontal Lifting: Expertly engineered with robust geometry to transport single steel plates, structural components, and stacked bundles of sheet metal safely in a strictly horizontal orientation.
• Massive Heavy-Duty Capacity: Built to tackle the most demanding industrial logistics, featuring an exceptional Working Load Limit (WLL) of 12,000 kg to 20,000 kg (12 to 20 Tonnes) per pair of clamps.
• Secure Load Integration: Pairs perfectly with heavy-duty chain slings and crane hoists, providing a steadfast, slip-resistant grip that prevents hazardous load shifting during transit.
• Premium European Build: Proudly Made in the EU. Manufactured from high-grade industrial steel, guaranteeing rigorous quality control, exceptional structural durability, and long-lasting mechanical reliability in harsh environments.

Strict UK Safety & Statutory Certification

When it comes to overhead lifting of massive payloads, safety is non-negotiable. The DE-S Horizontal Plate Clamp is fully certified and tested to meet the strictest British and European safety standards, giving crane operators and site managers complete peace of mind:

• UKCA Approved: Fully compliant with the latest UK conformity assessment standards for immediate, legal, and safe industrial deployment across Great Britain.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Fully compliant 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

Order & Technical Enquiries

Equip your facility with lifting gear capable of handling colossal weights with absolute precision. The DE-S Horizontal Plate Clamp provides a steadfast grip that prevents load shifting and ensures maximum onsite safety.

To order the DE-S Plate Clamp, request bulk pricing, or discuss your specific heavy-lifting rigging setup, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the maximum lifting capacity of the DE-S series?
A: The DE-S is our ultimate heavy-duty model. Depending on the exact specification ordered, it offers a Working Load Limit (WLL) of up to 20,000 kg (20 Tonnes) per pair.

Q: Can I use the DE-S clamp to lift a steel plate vertically?
A: No. The DE-S model is explicitly engineered, balanced, and load-rated exclusively for the horizontal lifting and transport of heavy materials.

Q: Is this clamp suitable for lifting multiple sheets at once?
A: Yes. The DE-S is designed with a robust jaw profile that safely accommodates not only thick single plates and structures but also stacked bundles of sheet metal.

Q: Does this heavy-duty lifting equipment meet UK legal requirements?
A: Yes. The DE-S Horizontal 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.