KWA Non-Marking Vertical Plate Clamp (500 kg WLL)

Ensure the secure and completely damage-free handling of delicate materials with the KWA 'Non-Marking' Vertical Plate Clamp. Expertly engineered for the safe lifting and transport of single sheets in a vertical position, this premium lifting clamp also allows operators to safely turn sheet metal and structures through 180°.

Available directly from Craneplex, the KWA clamp delivers a Working Load Limit (WLL) of 500 kg and is strictly manufactured in the EU to meet the most rigorous British and European safety standards.

Core Operational Advantages & Features

• Damage-Free Lifting Technology: When working with polished stainless steel, aluminium, or pre-finished materials, surface protection is paramount. This clamp features specially designed non-scratching jaws made from a soft material with a high coefficient of friction, ensuring a secure grip without leaving marks, dents, or scratches.
• Proportional Self-Clamping Handle: The internal gripping force is automatically proportional to the gravity of the load—ensuring the hold gets tighter as the weight increases.
• Proportional Minimum Load Limit: To ensure the self-clamping mechanism engages safely, the minimum weight of the lifted load must not be less than 10% of the WLL (50 kg).
• Advanced Pre-Clamping Mechanism: Equipped with an advanced pre-clamping system that ensures positive initial engagement, preventing the clamp from slipping on the material during the critical lifting and lowering phases.
• 180° Turning Capability: Safely and effortlessly rotate sheet metal or structures up to 180 degrees without compromising load security.
• Premium European Build: Proudly Made in the EU to guarantee exceptional quality control and structural longevity.

Strict UK Safety & Statutory Certification

At Craneplex, we never compromise on compliance. This clamp is rigorously tested and manufactured in accordance with leading industry standards to guarantee peak performance and operator safety:

• 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.
• Comprehensive Traceability: Features clear, hard-wearing product markings including the manufacturer's mark, UKCA marking, exact load capacity (WLL), a unique factory serial number, and the year of production.
• 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

Ensure the safe, mark-free transport of your high-value sheet metal. Equip your facility with lifting gear explicitly designed to protect your materials and streamline your workflow.

To order the KWA Non-Marking Vertical Plate Clamp, request pricing, or seek technical support, please contact our expert team today: sales@craneplex.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Will this clamp leave bite marks on polished aluminium or stainless steel?
A: No. The KWA is specifically engineered as a non-marking lifting solution. Its jaws are lined with a specialised soft, high-friction material that securely grips the load without scratching, denting, or scoring sensitive surfaces.

Q: What does the "10% minimum load requirement" mean?
A: The KWA utilizes a gravity-fed self-clamping handle. The weight of the load forces the jaws to bite down. If the steel plate weighs less than 50 kg (10% of the 500 kg capacity), it will not trigger enough gravitational force to grip the plate securely, risking a dropped load.

Q: Can I use the KWA clamp to lift a plate horizontally?
A: No. The KWA model is explicitly designed for the vertical lifting, handling, and 180° turning of single sheets.

Q: Does this equipment meet UK workplace safety regulations?
A: Yes. The KWA Plate Clamp is fully UKCA marked, features complete factory traceability stamping, and strictly adheres to the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 alongside the harmonised BS EN 13155 lifting standards.