GE Horizontal Plate Clamp (2,000 kg - 5,000 kg WLL)

Designed for the rigours of industrial material handling, the Horizontal Plate Clamp GE is an essential non-fixed load lifting attachment. Expertly engineered for the highly secure lifting and moving of single steel sheets and plates in a strictly horizontal position, this clamp delivers maximum reliability, stability, and safety during heavy-duty operations.

With a robust Working Load Limit (WLL) ranging from 2,000 kg to 5,000 kg (2 to 5 Tonnes), the GE model is built to tackle demanding material handling tasks across fabrication shops, heavy engineering facilities, and construction sites.

Core Operational Advantages & Features

• Secure Horizontal Precision: Purpose-built exclusively for the safe, stable transport of single metal sheets and fabricated plates in a flat, horizontal orientation.
• Heavy-Duty Capacity: Available in highly versatile configurations with a Working Load Limit (WLL) spanning from 2,000 kg up to 5,000 kg to suit varying industrial load requirements.
• Comprehensive Traceability: For full compliance with site safety inspections and maintenance protocols, each clamp features permanent, highly visible product markings. This includes the manufacturer's mark, UKCA stamp, maximum load capacity (WLL), a unique factory serial number, and the year of production.
• Premium European Build: Proudly Made in the EU, guaranteeing premium industrial metallurgy, exceptional structural durability, and strict quality control.

Critical Safe-Lifting Geometry

To guarantee complete load stability, ensure perfect balance during transport, and prevent hazardous material slippage, operators must strictly adhere to the following rigging geometry:

• Mandatory Multi-Point Lifting: The GE Horizontal Plate Clamp is strictly designed for multi-point lifts. It must only be used in pairs, sets of pairs (four clamps), or triple sets when securely rigged in conjunction with appropriate heavy-duty chain slings or spreader beams.

Strict UK Safety & Statutory Certification

When it comes to lifting heavy loads overhead, safety and compliance are paramount. The GE Horizontal Plate Clamp has been rigorously tested and manufactured to meet the highest UK and European safety standards:

• 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
• 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
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Order & Technical Enquiries

Upgrade your lifting operations with fully compliant, EU-manufactured equipment trusted by professionals across the UK.

To order the GE Horizontal Plate Clamp, request pricing, or discuss your specific chain sling configurations, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use just one GE clamp to lift a steel plate?
A: No. For horizontal stability and safety, the manufacturer strictly mandates that GE clamps must only be used in pairs, sets of pairs, or triple sets. Lifting a plate horizontally with a single clamp is highly dangerous and non-compliant.

Q: Can this clamp lift multiple or bundled sheets at the same time?
A: No. The GE clamp is specifically designed, engineered, and rated for the lifting and horizontal transport of single steel sheets and plates.

Q: How do I track the safety certification of my specific clamp for site inspections?
A: Every GE unit features clear, permanent product markings stamped directly onto the equipment. This includes a unique factory serial number and the year of production, allowing for easy traceability and integration into your lifting equipment registry.

Q: Is this lifting clamp legally compliant for UK fabrication sites?
A: Yes. The GE 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.