MTS Systems Exceed 40 Series Site Preparation Manual page 38

Moving E44 and E45(Standing position) Frames
Crosshead method
38 Lift and Move Instructions
This method requires protective padding on either the crosshead or forklift arms
to protect the crosshead from scratching or marring.
This method can be used to:
• Transport the load frame to the site location.
• Lift a tabletop load frame onto a table or workbench.
• Lift the frame to remove the transport skid from the frame's base and to
insert the leveling wedge iron.
Crosshead
Protective Material
Leveling wedge
Lifting the Frame from the Crosshead
To transport the load frame using the crosshead method:
1. Ensure that there are no shipping bolts attached to the skid.
2. Using a forklift with padded forks or protective material around the
crosshead, carefully insert the forks under the crosshead between the
columns.
Forklift Arm
MTS Exceed™ Series 40 Site Preparation Guide