DE-H Horizontal Plate Clamp (5,000 kg WLL Per Pair)

Ensure maximum safety and efficiency during your material handling operations with the heavy-duty DE-H Horizontal Plate Clamp. Expertly engineered for the secure lifting and horizontal transfer of exceptionally thick steel plates, sheet metal, and flat structures, this robust lifting clamp is an essential tool for demanding industrial, construction, and manufacturing environments.

Proudly Made in the EU, the DE-H clamp guarantees robust performance, longevity, and absolute peace of mind on the shop floor, ensuring your massive loads remain perfectly stable during transit.

Core Operational Advantages & Features

• Secure Heavy-Duty Grip: Specifically designed to provide a firm, slip-free grip on single thick metal sheets and flat structural assemblies in a purely horizontal orientation.
• Massive Gripping Range: Engineered to easily accommodate thick and heavy industrial plates, boasting an expansive maximum gripping range of up to 120 mm.
• High Load Capacity: Built for demanding heavy engineering environments, this model delivers a formidable Working Load Limit (WLL) of 5,000 kg (5 Tonnes) when operated as a pair.
• Premium European Build: Proudly manufactured in the EU, guaranteeing high-grade materials, rigorous quality control, and outstanding industrial durability under daily use.

Critical Safe-Lifting Geometry

The DE-H holders are meticulously designed to work in conjunction with a loop sling system. To ensure absolute load stability and prevent dangerous load shifts or clamp failure, operators must adhere to the following rigging guidelines:

• Tendon Deflection: To ensure a safe and balanced lift, the tendon deflection angle must be carefully adjusted depending on the exact thickness of the transferred sheet.
• Maximum Opening Angle: For maximum operational safety, please note that when working with the maximum sheet thickness of 120 mm, the opening angle of the loop sling must not exceed 80°. Always rig the load in accordance with standard heavy-lifting technical diagrams to maintain horizontal stability.

Strict UK Safety & Statutory Certification

When it comes to lifting massive 5-tonne payloads, compliance and reliability are non-negotiable. The DE-H Horizontal Plate Clamp is built to the highest European and UK safety standards, giving riggers and site managers complete peace of mind:

• UKCA Approved: Fully certified and regulatory-ready for legal trade and safe industrial deployment within the United Kingdom.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Fully conforms to 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
• BS EN 13001: Comprehensive criteria for crane safety and general structural design
• BS EN 60204-32: Safety requirements concerning the electrical equipment of hoisting machinery

Order & Technical Enquiries

Whether you are moving thick steel plates across a fabrication workshop or loading materials onto a flatbed, the DE-H clamp offers a secure, high-capacity grip.

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Do I need to buy these clamps as a pair?
A: Yes. For horizontal stability and safety, plate clamps must be used in pairs. The 5,000 kg capacity is specifically rated for the clamps working together as a pair.

Q: Why is the opening angle of the sling restricted to 80°?
A: When using a loop sling, the angle dictates the amount of tension and lateral force applied to the clamps. Exceeding 80° when lifting a maximum 120 mm thick plate alters the geometry dangerously, potentially reducing the clamping force or overstressing the equipment.

Q: What is the maximum plate thickness the DE-H can handle?
A: The clamp is designed to securely grip heavy industrial plates and structures up to a maximum thickness of 120 mm.

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

Q: Is this lifting equipment legally compliant for UK fabrication sites?
A: Yes. The DE-H 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.