A Modulift 1000 tonne spreader beam recently played a key role in an extreme load test in Germany, where two cranes lifted a combined load of 1,125 tonnes to validate lifting performance under proof-load conditions.
Supplied by LGH Europe, the MOD 800J/1000 spreader beam was selected for its high lifting capacity and ability to distribute loads evenly across multiple lifting points, ensuring controlled force transfer between both cranes throughout the test.
The proof-load exercise exceeded the beam’s 1,000 tonne working load limit, a standard procedure used to verify the integrity and performance of lifting equipment before it enters operational service. Such testing helps identify potential weaknesses while reducing risk to personnel and equipment.
“Our modular spreader beams are designed to support some of the heaviest lifts safely and reliably,” said Andrew Charlesworth, Group Sales Director at Modulift. “This test in Germany shows how our 1000 tonne spreader beam can handle huge capacities. Our spreader beams are specially designed to provide a lightweight solution so that cranes can work at maximum capacity.”
LGH supplies the Modulift spreader beam range for both sale and rental, with capacities ranging from 6 to 5,000 tonnes for applications across construction, offshore and renewable energy projects. The modular beams comply with ASME, BSI and DNV standards and can be dismantled, reconfigured and reused without the need for recertification.
Antonia Price, Head of Marketing Europe at LGH GmbH, said, “Using the MOD 1000 tonne spreader beam allowed our customer to conduct the load test efficiently and safely. Its modular design and strength make it a reliable choice for certifying cranes and other heavy lifting equipment.”
