HCA-F Manoeuvring Clamp for Railway Wheels (400 kg WLL)

Engineered specifically for the rigorous demands of the rail industry, the HCA-F Manoeuvring Clamp is a premium lifting solution designed exclusively for the safe handling and lifting of railway wheels. Available directly from Craneplex, this heavy-duty clamp combines robust European manufacturing with uncompromising safety standards, ensuring peak performance in railway maintenance depots, manufacturing facilities, and assembly lines.

Delivering a highly capable Working Load Limit (WLL) of 400 kg, the HCA-F provides engineers and operators with a reliable, certified, and easy-to-operate rigging solution for specialized rail maintenance.

Core Operational Advantages

Handling railway components requires uncompromising safety standards and specialized engineering. The HCA-F is purpose-built to deliver targeted performance:

• Dedicated Application: Purpose-built specifically for lifting and manoeuvring solid railway wheels.
• Targeted 400 kg Payload: Safely handles wheel assemblies up to 400 kg, providing ample capacity for standard railway wheel lifting operations.
• Premium European Craftsmanship: Proudly Made in the EU. Constructed from high-grade industrial steel, guaranteeing exceptional durability and resilience for long-term industrial use.

Absolute Safety & Mandatory Pre-Tensioning

When it comes to overhead lifting in the rail sector, safety cannot be compromised. The HCA-F features a specific mechanical locking procedure to ensure maximum load stability:

Mandatory Safety Protocol – Pre-Tensioning Required: To guarantee maximum operational safety, the clamp's handle must be pre-tightened using a crank to a torque of ~ 50 Nm (equivalent to 400 N of force on the crank handle) prior to commencing any lifting operation. This vital pre-tensioning step ensures the wheel is firmly locked in place before elevation.

To guarantee seamless passage through the strictest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) site audits, the HCA-F satisfies all critical UK and European statutory frameworks:

• UKCA Marked: Fully approved, documented, and regulatory-ready for safe commercial deployment across Great Britain’s rail network.
• Statutory Machinery Laws: Strictly adheres to all mandatory health, safety, and lifting directives outlined in the UK Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
• Harmonised Lifting Standards: Designed, manufactured, and fully compliant with the harmonised BS EN 13155 (Cranes – Safety – Non-fixed load lifting attachments) standard.

Order & Technical Enquiries

Equip your wheel lathes and maintenance depots with precision-engineered turning clamps that guarantee perfect grip, exceptional lifting strength, and complete site compliance.

To order your HCA-F Manoeuvring Clamp today or contact our technical team for further advice on railway lifting solutions, please reach out to us at: sales@craneplex.co.uk