CH-EA 3-Arm Wire Coil Inner Tong with AutoLock (500 kg WLL)

Handling strapped wire coils efficiently requires lifting equipment that secures the load without compromising its structure or endangering the operator. The CH-EA 3-Arm Wire Coil Inner Tong is a highly specialised industrial lifter engineered to expand and lock firmly onto the interior walls of a wire coil.

Providing a robust Working Load Limit (WLL) of 500 kg, this high-performance lifting accessory is designed to streamline daily material handling within demanding manufacturing environments, steel stockyards, and wire processing facilities.

Intelligent Gripping & Operational Efficiency

• Advanced AutoLock Technology: Time and safety are critical on the factory floor. The CH-EA features an innovative automatic locking system that engages and disengages seamlessly in tandem with standard crane operation. This drastically reduces the need for manual, hands-on intervention by the rigger, accelerating cycle times and keeping personnel safely out of the danger zone.
• Secure Inner Expansion Grip: Standard lifting slings can crush or unbalance a coil. This 3-arm tong is specifically designed to insert into the core and lock securely against the inner diameter of strapped coils, guaranteeing a stable, balanced horizontal lift while preventing slippage.
• High-Friction Grooved Jaws: To guarantee maximum holding power, the lifter is equipped with heavily grooved steel jaws. These utilise high-friction grip to ensure the heavy steel coil remains firmly anchored to the lifting arms, even under maximum dynamic load.
• Premium European Build: Proudly manufactured in the EU to the highest engineering standards, guaranteeing premium metallurgy, structural durability, and a long operational lifespan under heavy industrial use.

Uncompromising UK Safety Certification

Safety is paramount in any heavy lifting operation. The CH-EA Wire Coil Inner Tong is rigorously tested and fully certified to provide complete operational peace of mind, meeting the most stringent British and European safety legislation:

• UKCA Approved: Fully certified and regulatory-ready for legal trade and industrial use within the United Kingdom.
• Machinery Law Compliance: Fully adheres 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: Harmonised standard for non-fixed load lifting attachments

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How does the CH-EA tong grip the wire coil?
A: Unlike outer tongs, the CH-EA uses a 3-arm expansion mechanism. The tong is lowered into the centre of the coil, and the arms expand outward, using heavily grooved, high-friction steel jaws to lock securely against the inner walls of the coil.

Q: Does the operator need to manually lock the tong onto the coil?
A: No. The CH-EA is equipped with an advanced AutoLock system. The locking and unlocking mechanism cycles automatically with the vertical movement of the crane, significantly reducing the need for manual, hands-on intervention from the ground crew.

Q: What size coils can this inner tong handle?
A: The CH-EA 0.5 model is designed to expand and grip strapped wire coils that have an inner diameter ranging between 294 mm and 350 mm.

Q: What is the maximum lifting capacity?
A: This heavy-duty lifting accessory features a safe Working Load Limit (WLL) of 500 kg.

Q: Is this automated lifting equipment legally compliant for UK worksites?
A: Absolutely. The CH-EA Wire Coil Inner Tong is fully UKCA marked and strictly adheres to the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, alongside harmonised BS EN 13155 safety standards.