Buy Plate Clamps Online in Australia
Plate clamps lift steel plate without drilling or welding lifting points. AIMS Industrial supplies vertical, horizontal and universal plate clamps from Beaver, Austlift, Challenger and Garrick Herbert. The Beaver clamps are listed in capacity ranges from 500 kg to 5000 kg.
What's in the range
| Clamp | What the range includes |
|---|---|
| Vertical plate clamps | Beaver vertical plate clamps (1000 kg to 3000 kg) and the Garrick vertical (universal) plate clamp. |
| Horizontal plate clamps | Beaver horizontal plate clamps (1500 kg to 5000 kg), Austlift horizontal plate clamp pair and Challenger horizontal plate clamps. |
| Universal plate clamps | Beaver universal plate clamps (500 kg to 5000 kg), Austlift universal plate clamp and Challenger universal plate clamp. |
Choosing a plate clamp
Start with how the plate will be lifted. A vertical plate clamp lifts a plate that is standing on edge, and horizontal plate clamps are used as a pair to lift a plate flat. A universal clamp is designed to handle both. Then check the plate thickness and hardness the clamp is rated for, and choose capacity that covers the heaviest plate. Plate clamps grip by friction, so the jaw, plate surface and load direction all matter.
Always check the data sheet. Confirm the working load limit, the plate thickness range and the surface and hardness limits before you lift, and follow the manufacturer's instructions for use and inspection.
Related ranges
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Order from AIMS Industrial
Not sure which clamp suits your plate? Call us on (02) 9773 0122, contact our team or request a quote. We have supplied Australian industry since 1988 and can help you match clamps to the lift.
Plate clamp FAQs
What is the difference between vertical and horizontal plate clamps?
Vertical plate clamps lift a plate on edge, while horizontal plate clamps are used as a pair to lift a plate flat. Universal clamps are made to handle both. Check the data sheet for the orientation and angles each clamp allows.
What capacity do the plate clamps have?
The Beaver clamps are listed at 1000 kg to 3000 kg (vertical), 1500 kg to 5000 kg (horizontal) and 500 kg to 5000 kg (universal). Check each product for the capacity that applies to the size you choose.
Which brands of plate clamp do you supply?
Beaver, Austlift, Challenger and Garrick Herbert.
Can I use a plate clamp on any steel plate?
Not always. Clamps are rated for a plate thickness range and surface condition, so check the data sheet before use.