21.5.1 Application of Lifting Beams
Lifting beams are used for various purposes as detailed below.
To reduce the headroom required when lifting long loads.
To provide multiple lifting points.
To provide a means of handling out of balance loads.
To provide a vertical lift with controlled or no inward pull for:
eyebolts and similar lifting points.
loads which must be protected from crushing forces.
To provide a means of handling loads requiring special attachments such as hooks, plate clamps, etc.
To provide a means of using two cranes in tandem.
To provide lifting points at adjustable centres.