• Star Industries Adjustable Crane Spreader Bar
  • Star Crane Spreader Bar
  • Crane spreader bar center hook
  • Crane spreader bar in action
  • Crane spreader bar on site
Star Industries Adjustable Crane Spreader Bar
Star Crane Spreader Bar
Crane spreader bar center hook
Crane spreader bar in action
Crane spreader bar on site

Star Industries

Star Industries Crane Spreader Bar – Fixed & Adjustable

SKU 1142
$2,487.00
$2,487.00

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Estimated shipping time

Order cutoff: 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Handling time: 1 to 3 business days
Transit time: 3 to 7 business days
Total delivery time: 4 to 10 business days

These are estimates, not guarantees. We do not warehouse equipment ourselves — your order is placed with the manufacturer once you buy, and most items are released for shipment within 1 to 3 business days. If your item is on back-order, or the manufacturer confirms a longer lead time, we will contact you promptly and you may cancel for a full refund with no fee.

Standard shipping (free on every order) is curbside or dock-to-dock delivery to a commercial address in the 48 contiguous states and DC, or parcel delivery for smaller items. We are not currently set up to ship to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or other US territories. Liftgate, residential, limited-access and inside delivery, rigging and crating are not included — typically $150 to several hundred dollars, quoted in writing and charged only with your prior approval.

Freight deliveries require a scheduled appointment and someone must be present to sign. Need a firm date before you buy? Call (720) 575-1376 or email support@techforgedirect.com with the model number.

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Free standard shipping on every order to the 48 contiguous states and DC. No minimum order and no shipping charge at checkout.

What is your Return Policy?

30 days to request a return from the date you receive your order. Email support@techforgedirect.com with your order number and reason. We will assess your request and, once approved, send you an RMA number and detailed instructions. Do not ship anything back before you have an RMA number.

1. Return shipping costs

You as the customer are responsible for paying the return shipping costs of the items in your order. On freight-shipped machinery this can be substantial — we quote the exact amount in writing before you commit, so you decide with the full figure in front of you.

2. Preparing your return

Parcel-sized items: we email you a return label, and its cost is deducted from your refund. Freight items are collected under a bill of lading we arrange. The item must be unopened, unused and in delivery condition, including all original packaging and accessories, in a condition such that it can be re-sold as new. Machinery must not have been wired in or powered on. Photographic evidence is required.

3. Restocking fee

Change-of-mind returns carry a 25% restocking fee, deducted from your refund. On a $10,000 machine that is $2,500.

4. Damaged or incorrect products

Note it immediately when signing for delivery and send photographs to support@techforgedirect.com the day of delivery. We will ensure you get the correct product you ordered, undamaged, as soon as possible, at no cost to you — no return shipping charge and no restocking fee.

5. Refunds

Processed within 7 business days of your returned item being received and inspected.

6. Cancellations

Cancel any time before your order ships for a full refund with no fee.

See our full Return and Refund Policy and Cancellation Policy.

Star Industries Adjustable Crane Spreader Bar Star Crane Spreader Bar Crane spreader bar center hook Crane spreader bar in action Crane spreader bar on site
Star Industries Adjustable Crane Spreader Bar Star Crane Spreader Bar Crane spreader bar center hook Crane spreader bar in action Crane spreader bar on site

Product Description

Star Industries Crane Spreader Bar

  • Choice of fixed-length and adjustable crane spreader bars
  • Center hook point suspends the spreader bar from a crane
  • Great for rebar cages, beams, trusses, metal roofing and siding

Handle extra-long material easier and more safely

A Star Industries spreader bar for cranes is the perfect solution for handling long and awkward material that tends to bend. It’s great for handling rebar cages as well as beams, trusses, metal roofing and siding.

Using a forklift instead? See the Star Heavy Duty Forklift Spreader Bar.

Specifications

Model Type Length Settings Capacity Weight
1142 Fixed length 6' 10,000 lbs 242 lbs
1177A Fixed length 12' 20,000 lbs 636 lbs
1150A Adjustable 8' / 10' / 12' 8,000 / 6,400 / 5,000 lbs 384 lbs
1160A Adjustable 12' / 16' / 20' 16,800 / 11,200 / 8,000 lbs 1,008 lbs

All Crane Spreader Bars have a Center Hook. Pull-test certification, if required for your project, must be confirmed with the manufacturer before ordering.

Operating manual/safety information available online and at 1-800-541-1797.

The Crane Spreader Bar Makes Handling Long Lengths of Material Easy

Long materials like beams, rebar, and roofing sheets can be awkward to move, and downright dangerous to handle if not done correctly. A crane spreader bar is the ANSI/OSHA compliant and cost-effective way to solve this problem and support long loads during lifts with your crane.

What Is a Crane Spreader Bar?

A crane spreader bar, or a lifting beam or spreader beam, is a specialized piece of lifting equipment used in material handling and rigging operations. It is typically a horizontal steel beam or structure suspended from a crane hook. The primary purpose of a crane spreader bar is to distribute the load evenly and to provide a stable lifting point for wide or elongated loads, ensuring that the load remains balanced and secure during lifting and movement. The components of this attachment are:

  • Main Beam: The central horizontal bar that provides structural integrity.
  • End Fittings: Attachment points at each end of the beam where the crane’s lifting slings or hooks are connected.
  • Load Hooks or Attachment Points: Points along the beam where the load is secured, often using additional slings or chains.
  • Pad Eyes or D-Rings: Additional attachment points for securing the load or for auxiliary lifting purposes.

Uses for a Spreader Bar Crane

The main function of the spreader bar is to distribute the weight of the load across multiple lifting points, reducing the risk of damage to the load and the lifting equipment. This is particularly important for long, wide, or delicate loads. The spreader bar is a popular attachment with building erectors and is perfect for handling rebar, rebar cages, and long metal building beams such as steel and wood trusses.

Key Features of a Spreader Bar for Crane Equipment

  • Load Distribution: The spreader bar distributes the weight of the load across several lifting points, reducing the risk of damage to the load and the lifting equipment. This is particularly important for long, wide, or delicate loads.
  • Stability: By spreading the lifting force over a wider area, the crane spreader bar helps to prevent the load from tilting or rotating during lifting, which is crucial for maintaining stability and safety.
  • Versatility: Spreader bars can be equipped with various attachments such as slings, chains, or shackles, making them adaptable to different types of loads and lifting requirements.
  • Safety: They reduce the risk of slings or lifting straps cutting into the load or causing damage, and they help to prevent the load from swinging or shifting, which can be dangerous in a lifting environment.
  • Compliance: Spreader bars can help ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. They are designed to handle specific load capacities and are often inspected and certified for use.

Crane Spreader Bar FAQs

What does a crane spreader bar do?

A crane spreader bar helps distribute a load across multiple lifting points rather than concentrating the lift at a single point. Contractors use spreader bars when the dimensions, weight distribution or rigging requirements of a load make a wider lifting arrangement necessary.

What is the difference between an extendable spreader bar and a fixed-length spreader bar?

An extendable spreader bar provides flexibility for handling loads with different lifting-point spacing, while a fixed-length spreader bar is designed around a set span. The right choice depends on the dimensions of the loads your crew routinely lifts and the rigging configuration required for those lifts.

Is a lifting bar the same as a spreader bar?

Terminology varies between contractors and equipment companies. Customers may use terms including lifting bar, spreader bar, extendable spreader bar and fixed-length spreader bar when looking for below-the-hook lifting equipment.

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