Description

20 T Extendable Lifting Beam

The 20 t extendable lifting beam handles heavy, long or bulky loads in a stable and controlled manner. Its adjustable structure makes it suitable for professional lifting operations in construction, manufacturing and industry.

The extendable arms distribute the weight across several attachment points. As a result, the beam reduces unwanted swinging, tilting and rotation. It is particularly useful when a single lifting point cannot support the load correctly.

Technical Specifications

• Model: extendable lifting beam
• Capacity with extensions retracted: 20,000 kg
• Capacity with extensions extended: 11,000 kg
• Minimum length: 2,482 mm
• Maximum length: 3,948 mm
• Dimensions with extensions retracted: 2,482 × 297 × 558 mm
• Weight: approximately 360 kg
• Material: high-strength Strenx® 700 or Strenx® 960 steel
• Adjustment system: mechanical extensions with locking pins
• Manufacturing: 100% Made in Italy

Important: the lifting capacity changes according to the position of the extensions. Before each operation, the operator must check the actual load weight, the centre of gravity and the selected beam configuration.
The adjustable lifting beam can be used with cranes, mobile cranes, and overhead cranes on construction sites, in manufacturing plants, metal fabrication shops, industrial workshops, and logistics facilities.

Technical Specifications of the 20 T Extendable Lifting Beam

What material is the lifting beam made from?

Soltec manufactures the lifting beam from high-strength Strenx® 700 or Strenx® 960 steel, depending on the required configuration.

These structural steels provide high strength and durability while keeping the equipment relatively light for its lifting capacity.

The material offers the following advantages:

• high lifting capacity;
• improved load stability;
• effective distribution of forces;
• reduced stress on the attachment points;
• reliability in demanding industrial applications.

Why choose an extendable lifting beam?

The extendable lifting beam features adjustable arms that change the distance between the attachment points. Operators can adapt the beam to the dimensions and geometry of the load.

Mechanical locking pins secure the arms in the selected position. This system allows quick and practical adjustment.

With the extensions retracted, the beam has a maximum capacity of 20,000 kg. With the extensions fully extended, the capacity decreases to 11,000 kg.

Therefore, the operator must always check the permitted lifting capacity for the selected configuration. The technical documentation provides the applicable values.

When should a 20 t extendable lifting beam be used?

This lifting beam is suitable when the load requires several attachment points or a specific distance between the slings.

It is particularly well-suited for handling:

• beams and steel sections;
• heavy structural steelwork;
• industrial machinery;
• precast components;
• large frames and structures;
• long components with an offset centre of gravity;
• loads that require several attachment points.

The adjustable length allows operators to adapt the lifting beam to the load. It also improves sling positioning and reduces lateral stress.

Advantages of the extendable lifting beam

Unlike a fixed lifting beam, the adjustable configuration handles loads of different widths and dimensions. Therefore, one beam can support several professional applications.

The main advantages are:

• greater operational versatility;
• adjustment to different load widths;
• improved weight distribution;
• better sling angles;
• greater control during lifting;
• suitability for different industrial sectors.

CE Marking and Safety

Soltec supplies the lifting beam with the documentation required for correct use, including:

• EC Declaration of Conformity;
• operating and maintenance manual;
• permitted lifting capacities;
• product identification plate.

Before each operation, the operator must inspect the structure and locking pins. The operator must also check the accessories and confirm the permitted capacity for the selected configuration.

In addition, the crane, hooks, shackles, chains and slings must support the total load safely.

Custom Configurations for Industrial Applications

Soltec can configure the 20 t extendable lifting beam for specific operating requirements. Available customisation options may include:

• beam length;
• position of the attachment points;
• upper and lower connections;
• extension configuration;
• characteristics of the load.

To identify the correct configuration, provide the load weight and dimensions, the distance between the attachment points, the centre of gravity and the lifting equipment used.

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What lifting beam models are available?

Soltecshop.com offers models with different load capacities, depending on the load capacity of your lifting equipment (cranes, mobile cranes, overhead cranes) and based on your needs:

• 3 T Adjustable Lifting Beam
• 5 T Adjustable Lifting Beam
• 10 T Adjustable Lifting Beam
• 30 T Extendable Lifting Beam

Why choose a Soltec extendable lifting beam?

Choosing Soltec means selecting professional lifting equipment designed for strength, reliability and controlled load handling.

Soltec manufactures each beam in Italy and checks it throughout the production process. The company pays particular attention to material quality, structural stability and operator safety.

For information, technical inquiries, or customized solutions, visit soltec.org.

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