Product Description

Adjustable Lifting Spreader Beams for Balanced and Uneven Load Handling

Adjustable Spreader Beams provide a versatile lifting solution for safely handling loads with varying dimensions, weight distributions, and lifting points. Designed to keep loads level during lifting operations, these heavy-duty spreader bars are ideal for manufacturing facilities, steel fabrication shops, construction sites, warehouses, and maintenance operations. Adjustable lower bails allow operators to quickly adapt to different load configurations, improving lifting flexibility while reducing the need for multiple dedicated lifting devices.

Key Features & Benefits

Constructed from rugged structural steel with a durable baked-in powder-coated finish, these lifting beams are built for demanding industrial environments. Adjustable bails slide between heavy-duty C-channel sections and can be repositioned in 4-inch increments to accommodate a wide range of load sizes and centers of gravity. Capacities range from light-duty applications to heavy industrial lifts, making the family suitable for everything from machinery components to large fabricated assemblies. Models meet ASME B30.20 standards and include upper and lower lifting bails for secure rigging attachment and enhanced load stability.

Applications

These adjustable spreader bars are ideal for overhead crane systems, gantry cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment where balanced load control is critical. They help reduce load shifting, minimize rigging complexity, and improve safety when lifting long, oversized, or unevenly distributed loads. Specialty models designed for sling applications further enhance flexibility when handling unique lifting challenges.

Configurations & Options

Available in multiple capacities, spread ranges, and beam lengths, the Adjustable Spreader Beam family offers solutions for a broad range of lifting requirements. Optional replacement upper and lower bails are available to support maintenance programs and maximize long-term equipment value. Their adaptable design helps distributors and end users improve lifting efficiency, workplace safety, and operational productivity.

Specifications

Model Description Uniform Capacity (lb.) Headroom (in.) Lower Bail Width (in) Uniform Capacity Net Wt. (lb.)
SBM-25 Steel Adjustable Spreader Beam 78 In. Length 2,500 Lb. Capacity Blue 2,500 14-3/4 178
SBM-40 Steel Adjustable Spreader Beam 78 In Length 4,000 Lb. Capacity Blue 4,000 14-3/4 196
SBM-80 Steel Adjustable Spreader Beam 104-1/2 In Length 8,000 Lb. Capacity Blue 8,000 20-3/4 336
SBM-BFB-100-10 Steel Adjustable Spreader Beam 128-1/2 In Length 10,000 Lb. Capacity Blue 10,000 3 508
SBM-BFB-100-6 Steel Adjustable Spreader Beam 6 Ft Maximum Spread 10,000 Lb. Capacity Blue 3 10,000 388

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Questions & Answers

Q: What is the diameter of the bails?
A: The lower bails have a 1" diameter. The upper bail has a 1-1/4" diameter.

Q: What kind of steel are SBM models made from?
A: They are made from A-36.

Documentation

Owner's Manuals (1)
Approval Drawings (13)
Testing Certificates (13)
Label Page PDFs (2)

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