{"title":"Horizontal Lifting Clamps","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"1000kg-horizontal-lifting-clamp","title":"Able HLC1 1-Tonne Horizontal Lifting Clamp (WLL 1T\/Pair) – BS EN13155","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAble HLC1 Horizontal Lifting Clamp – 1 Tonne WLL (Per Pair)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Able HLC1 is a professional-grade horizontal lifting clamp engineered for the safe horizontal lifting and transfer of steel plates in construction, shipbuilding, and metal fabrication environments. Its specially thin ground plate and buffer cams allow easy insertion and removal beneath the plate being lifted, while the built-in pretension keeps the clamp securely attached even when unloaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis clamp can also be used hanging vertically under a spreader, making it highly versatile across a range of rigging configurations. It is equally suitable for turning steel beams from the H to the I position. All load-bearing parts are fully forged and heat treated, delivering the high strength and durability demanded in heavy industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for horizontal lifting and transfer of steel plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin ground plate and buffer cams for easy insertion and removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in pretension keeps clamp on plate in unloaded position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll parts fully forged and heat treated for maximum durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbossed PI code for full traceability and quality assurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum breaking load (MBL) of 500% of rated capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets standard BS EN13155\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for surface hardness up to 37 RC (345 HB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorking Fields\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding and civil engineering construction sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipbuilding yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal production workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubway and underground construction projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The WLL is given based on a pair of clamps. 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The clamp can also be used hanging vertically beneath a spreader bar, and is suitable for turning beams from the H to the I position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll parts are fully forged and heat treated, providing exceptional strength and longevity. Each clamp carries an embossed brand mark and a permanent PI code for complete traceability. The WLL figures stated are based on use \u003cstrong\u003eas a pair\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll forged and heat-treated parts for maximum durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum breaking load (MBL) of 500% of WLL, or better\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in pretension keeps clamp engaged on plate when unloaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent PI code and embossed branding for full traceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets standard BS EN 13155\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for surface hardness up to 37 RC (345 HB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorking Fields\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding and civil engineering construction sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipbuilding yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal production workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubway and underground construction sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: HLC2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWLL: 2 Ton\/Pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening range: 3–22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.7 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L × T × T × H × H1 × H2 × B × B1 × B2 × D × D): 235 × 16 × 40 × 132 × 33 × 46 × 130 × 84 × 56 × 92 × 56 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaw and floor material: 20 CrMnTi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ABLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559981818187,"sku":"HLC2000","price":72.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/hlc2000.jpg?v=1781215002"},{"product_id":"3000kg-horizontal-lifting-clamp","title":"3000kg Horizontal Lifting Clamp","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAble HLC3 Horizontal Lifting Clamp – 3 Tonne WLL\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Able HLC3 is a professional-grade horizontal lifting clamp built for the safe horizontal lifting, transfer, and positioning of steel plates and sheet material. Engineered from fully forged and heat-treated alloy steel, this clamp delivers outstanding strength and durability without sacrificing portability — weighing just 8.4 kg despite its 3-tonne working load limit (per pair).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe specially designed thin ground plate and buffer cams allow easy insertion and removal beneath the plate being lifted, making the HLC3 particularly well-suited to plate-lifting operations in tight conditions. A built-in pretension mechanism keeps the clamp securely on the plate even when unloaded, improving safety and handling efficiency on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HLC3 can also be used hanging vertically beneath a spreader beam, for turning beams from the H to I position, and for handling steel beams and sagging plates across a wide range of industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully forged and heat-treated alloy steel construction for maximum strength and service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking load limit of 3 tonnes per pair (WLL Ton\/Pair: 3) with an MBL of 500% of WLL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaw opening range of 12–35 mm to accommodate a variety of plate thicknesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets standard BS EN13155 for non-fixed load lifting attachments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbossed PI code and individual serial number for full traceability and quality assurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for surface hardnesses up to 37 RC (345 HB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaw and floor material: 20 CrMnTi alloy steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding and civil engineering construction sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipbuilding yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal production workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubway and underground construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ABLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559981850955,"sku":"HLC3000","price":96.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/hlc3000.jpg?v=1781215004"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/collections\/hlc3000.jpg?v=1791238131","url":"https:\/\/www.theratchetshop.com\/collections\/horizontal-lifting-clamps.oembed","provider":"TheRatchetShop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}