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UNDERSLUNG LIFTING BEAM MODELS: 120 SERIES AND S80 CREATING SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENTS mgf co.uk...
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CREATING SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENTS With over 40 years of experience, MGF is a privately-owned company whose focus is the provision of fully engineered excavation and structural support solutions and complimentary lifting and safety equipment to the construction industry. We combine technical expertise and operational performance to ensure the highest levels of customer service.
LIFTING BEAM INTRODUCTION MGF 120 Series Underslung Lifting Beams are available in two lengths of 3.5m and 4.25m, each beam has a WLL of 2000kg making a pair capable of lifting 4000kg. One of the intended applications for this product is handling static caravans. A pair of beams achieve weight category D in accordance with NCC Code of Practice 501.
Check the ID details on each component to ensure the correct lengths are used • Connect suitable vertical slings (min. 1t WLL) to the lower shackles on either MGF S80 Spreader Beams or F55 Spreader Frames, ensure lengths allow for clearance of guttering etc.
S80 UNDERSLUNG LIFTING BEAM INTRODUCTION S80 5m Spreader Extensions can be used as an underslung lifting beam in conjunction with two end attachments in the configuration as shown below : PART REF DESCRIPTION PRODUCT ID WEIGHT/ITEM (KG) 85t Shackle Drop Link 2.9203 55t Shackle End Attachment...
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1. The beam has a WLL of 4,000kg when point loads are applied as long as the 1.5m central span is not loaded. 2. The beam has a WLL of 3,000kg when point loads are concentrated to the 1.5m central portion of the beam.
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S80 UNDERSLUNG LIFTING BEAM INTRODUCTION • Check the ID details on each component to ensure the correct lengths are used • Connect end attachments [D] to 5.0m S80 strut [E] with 8no. M20 x 65, grade 8.8 HT bolts, nuts and washers [F] at each end. Tighten all bolts to a minimum torque of 240Nm, 2 threads minimum must be visible beyond the nut.
It is the hirer’s responsibility to inspect the beams and all fittings prior to any lifting operations being undertaken. Consult an MGF representative before lifting if there is any doubt over the quality of the equipment or if you are unsure about any aspect of these rules.
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T: 01942 402700 T: 01942 402704 mgf.co.uk WEST LOTHIAN – WEST LOTHIAN – LIVINGSTON DEPOT LIVINGSTON DEPOT enquiries @ mgf.co.uk Letham Road, Houstoun Ind. Est. Letham Road, Houstoun Ind. Est. Livingston, West Lothian Livingston, West Lothian EXCAVATION SAFETY EH54 5BY...
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