What is a below the hook lifting device? Why would people use it? Let’s gain a basic understanding of the definition of it, and the benefits of using one in conjunction with overhead crane system for specific lifting needs.
Definition of Below the Hook Lifting Device
According to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), a below-the-hook lifting device is “a device used for attaching a load to a hoist. The device may contain components such as slings, hooks, and rigging hardware…”
In other words, it is a tool or mechanical device that attaches to a crane or other lifting apparatus, and grabs and ensures that a specific type of load can be lifted, lowered, and positioned safely and securely.
Benefits and Applications
The major benefits of using a below-the-hook lifter are that it can increase the efficiency of your lifts, allowing you to make more lifts per shift, and also properly secure the load so that it can be transported safely.
Most manufacturers use below-the-hook lifting device in common lifting applications like:
- Lifting, moving, and stacking of steel sheets, plates, or other horizontally-stacked materials
- Lifting and moving of steel pipes or bars
- Lifting and stacking steel coils
- Lifting and moving of steel structural shapes
The Magnetic Type of Below-the-hook Lifting Device
Sometimes, using a traditional wire rope sling, alloy chain sling, or synthetic sling just isn’t enough to safely and securely move a load from one location to another.
Used in conjunction with cranes and hoists, the magnetic type of below-the-hook lifting devices are built for picking and moving a very specific load due to its size, shape, or center of gravity—like this magnetic lifting beam shown here.
HVR MAG can custom build magnetic lifting devices for transferring irregularly shaped steel work pieces, being it flat or round, long or short, light or heavy.
However specific or peculiar your workpiece is, as long as it’s made of ferrous materials, and that you’re looking for a safer and more efficient way to handle it, get in touch with our specialist to customize one proper set of tailored below the hook lifting device, according to the lifting capacity of your overhead bridge crane.
