FRM-T13 Modular Spreader Frame

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The 17 Tonne Modular Spreader Frame is a versatile and cost-effective lifting solution, designed to handle loads up to 17 tonnes. Built with modular struts and corner units, it offers easy assembly, adjustability, and compatibility with existing T Series components. Perfect for crane hire and lifting operations, this frame delivers efficiency and flexibility for a wide range of applications. This is a perfect choice for crane hire and lifting equipment hire businesses seeking to boost versatility while keeping costs low.

17 Tonne Modular Spreader Frame

If you need a 17 Tonne Spreader frame we recommend the ‘FRM-T13’ that can cater for your needs IN STOCK and available off-the-shelf the sizes immediately available are 4, 8, 13, 24, 34. The 50 and 70 tonne systems are available with short manufacturing times.

We also provide a range of associated rigging equipment, including chain slings, poly slings, shackles, chain blocks, container lugs, and load monitoring systems. For capacities exceeding 150 tonnes, we offer custom-built solutions with a lead time of 2–3 weeks.

The Britlift modular system is designed for ease of handling, transportation, storage, stocking, and specification. We can manufacture bespoke custom sizes within just 1–2 weeks.

To explore various configurations for achieving 2, 4, 6, or 8 lifting points, visit our Rigging Design page.

Description

The Britlift Traditional Modular Spreader Frame is our first choice when adjustability, flexibility, speed of supply and/or self-weight is critical. This frame is rated for a maximum vertical load of 17 tonnes and a maximum span of 6.5 meters by 6.5 meters. This system is modular in construction and may be reassembled by trained riggers using different strut combinations to achieve the spans displayed in charts 1 and 2.

The sling angle used selected during the rigging of this item is crucial to the safe use of the frame. This angle will affect the weight of the load that can be safely lifted.

Each bolted connection comprises 4 ht grade 8.8 fasteners m12 x 35.
Recommended tightening torque = 100nm

STV (sling to vertical) angle must be no more than 45.
The WLL (working load limit) of a single corner piece is 4.25 tonnes (17 tonnes combined). Do not exceed this weight at one corner of the frame.
Check that no rigging equipment clashes with the struts. The frame must only be loaded through the shackle pin holes at each corner.

The charts below (chart 1 and chart 2) show all acceptable configurations for this modular spreader frame when the sling to vertical angle is 30 degrees (chart 1) and 45 degrees (chart 2). To read the charts, start on the longest side and go up to the shortest side. The numbers in the table represent the working load limit (t) for each of the configurations.