LGH Australia has expanded its fleet with the addition of a 5.3-tonne Maxirig offset lifting beam, aimed at giving customers more options for complex lifting projects.
Offset lifting beams, also known as cantilever or counterbalance beams, are designed for situations where the crane hook cannot be placed directly above the load. Instead, they allow loads to be lifted at a horizontal offset from the hook, making it possible to work around obstacles such as building facades, overhangs, pipework, or restricted headroom. This makes them useful in industries such as construction and infrastructure, where they can assist with installing precast panels or cladding, and in manufacturing or industrial facilities where roof structures or machinery restrict hook access.
The Maxirig 5.3t beam offers several benefits, including improved access in restricted areas and better load positioning, particularly where loads need to be placed under overhangs or behind obstructions.
While the beams provide unique solutions, LGH noted that there are also key design and operational considerations. Offset beams are heavier and more complex than standard lifting beams, and the offset creates high bending stresses, requiring robust engineering and correct use. Counterbalance or ballast are also needed to safely manage forces.
LGH said its lifting specialists are available to advise customers on safe and efficient use of the equipment, ensuring the right solution is chosen for each project.
With the addition of the Maxirig 5.3t offset lifting beam, LGH is expanding its capability to support complex lifts where stability, safety and reduced headroom are critical.