A crane hook is a tool used to grab and lift loads with the help of a hoist or crane. A plate lifting clamp positions, hoists and transfers materials from one station to another. It can be either a horizontal or vertical move. To ensure that lifting and transporting requirements from every industry are met, numerous plate lifting clamps are available. Some of the important plate-lifting clamps are mentioned here:

How do Plate lifting clamps work?

Plate lifting clamps function by encircling a load with a set of jaws. Jaws are located around the opening around the bottom of a plate clamp. You can pass it between the jaws to keep a chain or other load attachment inside the plate clamps. You can use a machine to lift the load while the jaws secure the attachment. Although there are many different kinds of plate clamps, most have a simple design. It’s crucial to remember that the jaws frequently won’t open from the bottom. A load attachment can be pushed through the bottom jaws and into a plate clamp.

The jaws, however, won’t open as the load attachment applies pressure to them. As long as the load is secure, the jaws stay closed.

Vertical Plate Lifting Clamps (DSQ Type)

High-tensile steel, which has excellent hardness and strength, is used to make a vertical plate lifting clamp. The steel jaws on these clamps have been hardened, enhancing their grip. Generally, they are used for vertical lifting and handling steel sheets and plates.

Vertical Plate Lifting Clamps (Chain Type)

The clamp’s capacity for the chain type can vary significantly. Before starting any job, you should check it. It is essential to use a chain sling that is the right type, length, and size. It requires more finesse to lift the load at the center of gravity. Every time you use the lift clamp, you should inspect it to see if there are any flaws. This generally holds for all clamps but is more critical in chain clamps.

Horizontal Plate Lifting Clamp 

A horizontal plate lifting clamp can be the perfect solution for moving plates in a horizontal position. Depending on the task, the clamp’s jaws can have smooth or serrated teeth, and its grip is made of hardened steel to prevent load slippage. Plates can be lifted, moved, and more with the help of horizontal lifting clamps that firmly hold them in place.

Advantages of Plate lifting clamps

The advantages of plate clamps are numerous, and They are simple to use. From the opening at the bottom, you can slide a load attachment into a plate clamp. A set of jaws in the space will turn to the side when pushed from below. Plate clamps typically have a locking mechanism. By activating this mechanism, you can increase security by locking the jaws.

Final thoughts

Avoid side loading while using a plate lifting clamp. In general, avoid lifting horizontally with a vertical clamp and avoid lifting from the side with a vertical clamp. Additionally, avoid grinding, welding, and other forms of modification to any clamps you use.