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F – Pipe hook
Heavy duty hooks used in pairs for lifting horizontal pipes or tubes made of various materials.
• easy to use
• Large range of capacities up to 33,000 lbs. (15,000 kg)
• Grade 80 or better chain slings are supplied by others
Model | Working load limit (WLL)/pair | Weight/pair | Chain Ø - Max. opening |
F2 0-60 | 4,400 lbs. (2 t, 2,000 kg) | 8.8 lbs. (4 kg) | 5⁄16 in. (8 mm) - 2 3⁄8 in. (60 mm) |
F5 0-75 | 11,000 lbs. (5 t, 5,000 kg) | 24.2 lbs. (11 kg) | 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) - 3 in. (75 mm) |
F10 0-100 | 22,000 lbs. (10 t, 10,000 kg) | 52.8 lbs. (24 kg) | 5⁄8 in. (16 mm) - 4 in. (100 mm) |
F15 0-100 | 33,000 lbs. (15 t, 15,000 kg) | 88 lbs. (40 kg) | 7⁄8 in. (20 mm) - 4 in. (100 mm) |

KS – Multiposition plate clamps
A clamp range combining simplicity and flexibility, designed for lifting and revolving of plates, profiles, fabricated assemblies and steel frames during daily use.
• Lifting and revolving load with one clamp
• Clamping is secured by a stainless steel spring mechanism
• The chain sling gives easy manipulation and positioning of the load
• Flexible clamping range fully usable without presetting
• Large oval suspension lifting ring
• Lift from horizontal to vertical and back (90º), or lift from horizontal through vertical (180º)
• Fewer parts than others available
• ‘Bites’ only on one side of work
Model | Working load limit (WLL) | Weight | Opening |
kS075 0-15 | 1,650 lbs. (3⁄4 t, 750 kg) | 3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg) | 0 - 9⁄16 in. (0-15 mm) |
kS1 0-20 | 2,200 lbs. (1 t, 1,000 kg) | 7.7 lbs. (3.5 kg) | 0 - 3⁄4 in. (0-20 mm) |
kS2 0-25 | 4,400 lbs. (2 t, 2,000 kg) | 13.9 lbs. (6.3 kg) | 0 - 1 in. (0-25 mm) |
kS3 0-30 | 6,600 lbs. (3 t, 3,000 kg) | 26.6 lbs. (12.1 kg) | 0 - 11/8 in. (0-30 mm) |

KSA – Plate clamp with ring
A clamp range combining simplicity and flexibility, designed for lifting plates during daily use.
• Reliable design, load fully secured and easy use
• Clamping is secured by a spring mechanism
• Flexible clamping range fully usable without presetting
Model | Working load limit (WLL) | Weight | Opening |
kSA075 0-15 | 1,650 lbs. (3⁄4 t, 750 kg) | 3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg) | 0 - 9⁄16 in. (0-15 mm) |
kSA1 0-20 | 2,200 lbs. (1 t, 1,000 kg) | 7.0 lbs. (3.2 kg) | 0 - 3⁄4 in. (0-20 mm) |

NK – multiposition self-locking clamp
The NK clamp has an automatic locking mechanism when the plate is correctly positioned at the back of the clamp’s throat.
• A clamp specifically for arduous working conditions
• Well adapted for heavy and abrasive loads
• Lever and clamping jaw protected from impact and wear
• Built with high strength materials
• The locking lever does not stick out so that the clamp may be used on the bare ground
• permanently attached chain sling with a large oval suspension ring
Model | Working load limit (WLL) | Weight | Opening |
NK1 0-20 | 3,300 lbs. (11⁄2 t, 1,500 kg) | 8.8 lbs. (4 kg) | 0 - 3⁄4 in. (0-20 mm) |
NK1 20-40 | 3,300 lbs. (11⁄2 t, 1,500 kg) | 12.8 lbs. (5.8 kg) | 7⁄8 - 1 1⁄2 in. (20-40 mm) |
NK1 40-60 | 3,300 lbs. (11⁄2 t, 1,500 kg) | 13.2 lbs. (6 kg) | 1 5⁄8 - 2 5⁄16 in. (40-60 mm) |
NK2 0-30 | 6,600 lbs. (3 t, 3,000 kg) | 28.6 lbs. (13 kg) | 0 - 1 1⁄8 in. (0-30 mm) |
Nk2 30-60 | 6,600 lbs. (3 t, 3,000 kg) | 33.0 lbs. (15 kg) | 1 3⁄16 - 2 5⁄16 in. (30-60 mm) |
NK2 60-90 | 6,600 lbs. (3 t, 3,000 kg) | 37.4 lbs. (17 kg) | 2 3⁄8 - 3 1⁄2 in. (60-90 mm) |
NK3 0-40 | 9,900 lbs. (41⁄2 t, 4,500 kg) | 55.0 lbs. (25 kg) | 0 - 1 1⁄2 in. (0-40 mm) |
NK3 40-80 | 9,900 lbs. (41⁄2 t, 4,500 kg) | 57.2 lbs. (26 kg) | 1 5⁄8 - 3 in. (40-80 mm) |
NK3 80-120 | 9,900 lbs. (41⁄2 t, 4,500 kg) | 59.4 lbs. (27 kg) | 3 3⁄16 - 4 5⁄8 in. (80-120 mm) |
NK5 0-50 | 16,500 lbs. (71⁄2 t, 7,500 kg) | 93.1 lbs. (42.3 kg) | 0 - 2 in. (0-50 mm) |
NK5 50-100 | 16,500 lbs. (71⁄2 t, 7,500 kg) | 110.0 lbs. (50 kg) | 2 - 4 in. (50-100 mm) |
NK5 100-150 | 16,500 lbs. (71⁄2 t, 7,500 kg) | 132.0 lbs. (60 kg) | 4 - 6 in. (100-150 mm) |

NX/NXR Non-marring multiposition clamp
self-locking plate clamps for very hard or sensitive loads
The NX is designed for lifting and revolving without marring of smooth or
polished pieces such as stainless steel plates, aluminum, pre-lacquered
plates, wood, laminated sheets, marble, concrete, glass, plastic or any other fragile surface.
• A clamp for all situations, with no risk of damaging the load
• For any rigid load up to 3,300 lbs (1,500 kg) and 5 1/2 in. (140 mm) in thickness
• permanently attached chain sling with a large oval suspension ring
• Non-marring polyurethane coated jaws
• Automatic clamping (manual clamping recommended for fragile materials)
Model | Working load limit (WLL) | Weight | Opening |
NX05 0-20 | 1,100 lbs. (1⁄2 t, 500 kg) | 9.9 lbs. (4.5 kg) | 0 - 13⁄16 in. (0-20 mm) |
NXR05 0-100 | 1,100 lbs. (1⁄2 t, 500 kg) | 13.2 lbs. (6 kg) | 0 - 3 15⁄16 in. (0-100 mm) |
NXR05 20-120 | 1,100 lbs. (1⁄2 t, 500 kg) | 12.8 lbs. (5.8 kg) | 13⁄16 - 4 1⁄4 in. (20-120 mm) |
NXR05 40-140 | 1,100 lbs. (1⁄2 t, 500 kg) | 13.2 lbs. (6 kg) | 1 9⁄16 - 5 1⁄2 in. (40-140 mm) |
NX1.5 0-30 | 3,300 lbs. (11⁄2 t, 1,500 kg) | 24 lbs. (11 kg) | 0 - 1 1⁄8 in. (0-30 mm) |

TLH – horizontal plate clamp
The TLH is a horizontal lifting clamp that automatically adjusts to the load thickness by a pivoting actuator that secures every load by the lifting action of the clamp.
• Designed to be used in multiples of 2, 3 or 4 clamps according to load, sizing and shape
• Loads up to 5 7/8 in. in thickness, including stacked plates
• Grade 80 or higher chain slings are not included.
Model | Working load limit (WLL) | Weight* | Opening |
TLH1 0-60 | 2,200 lbs. (1 t, 1,000 kg) | 11 lbs. (5 kg) | 0 - 2 3⁄8 in. (0-60 mm) |
TLH1 0-120 | 2,200 lbs. (1 t, 1,000 kg) | 22 lbs. (10 kg) | 0 - 4 3⁄4 in. (0-120 mm) |
TLH2 0-60 | 4,400 lbs. (2 t, 2,000 kg) | 22 lbs. (10 kg) | 0 - 2 3⁄8 in. (0-60 mm) |
TLH2 0-120 | 4,400 lbs. (2 t, 2,000 kg) | 33 lbs. (15 kg) | 0 - 4 3⁄4 in. (0-120 mm) |
TLH3 0-60 | 6,600 lbs. (3 t, 3,000 kg) | 25.5 lbs. (11.6 kg) | 0 - 2 3⁄8 in. (0-60 mm) |
TLH3 0-150 | 6,600 lbs. (3 t, 3,000 kg) | 58.5 lbs. (26.6 kg) | 0 - 5 7⁄8 in. (0-150 mm) |
TLH4 0-60 | 8,800 lbs. (4 t, 4,000 kg) | 35.2 lbs. (16 kg) | 0 - 2 3⁄8 in. (0-60 mm) |
TLH4 0-150 | 8,800 lbs. (4 t, 4,000 kg) | 73.5 lbs. (33.4 kg) | 0 - 5 7⁄8 in. (0-150 mm) |
TLH5 0-60 | 11,000 lbs. (5 t, 5,000 kg) | 44.0 lbs. (20 kg) | 0 - 2 3⁄8 in. (0-60 mm) |
TLH5 0-150 | 11,000 lbs. (5 t, 5,000 kg) | 93.7 lbs. (42.6 kg) | 0 - 5 7⁄8 in. (0-150 mm) |
TLH10 0-60 | 22,000 lbs. (10 t, 10,000 kg) | 70 lbs. (32 kg) | 0 - 2 3⁄8 in. (0-60 mm) |
TLH10 0-150 | 22,000 lbs. (10 t, 10,000 kg) | 136 lbs. (62 kg) | 0 - 5 7⁄8 in. (0-150 mm) |
*When used as a pair. | |||

VDL – Clamp for lifting steel drums with rim
The VDL clamp is composed of a two-leg sling fitted with an oval suspension ring and two clamps which are equipped with a rim-pinching system.
• A unique clamp to lift and handle all sized steel drum (with rim)
• Clamp the drum in a horizontal or vertical position
• Working load limit up to 2,200 lbs (1,000 kg)
Model | Working load limit (WLL) | Weight | Drum Ø (min./max) |
VDL-1 | 2,200 lbs. (1 t, 1,000 kg) | 7.7 lbs. (3.5 kg) | 6 / 37 1⁄2 in. (150-950 mm) |