The Machining & Welding 17 Ton 5 FT Modular Spreader is a bolt-together modular spreader beam section rated to 17 ton at a 5 foot beam length.

Modular spreader systems let you bolt sections together to reach the exact length a load requires, rather than stocking a separate fixed beam for every dimension.

The section is fabricated from structural steel with a bolted end connection, rated to hold the full working load limit when joined to compatible sections.

Building spread length from sections instead of a single fixed beam gives you more flexibility as load sizes change from job to job.

Equipment like this shows up across a wide range of industries, from steel fabrication and machine shops to warehousing, construction, and vehicle service centers. Anywhere crews need to move a load overhead in a controlled, repeatable way, a purpose-built lift beam or crane keeps the job safer and faster than improvised rigging. Once a facility standardizes on the right lifting equipment for its typical loads, operators spend less time rigging and more time actually getting work done.

As with any lifting equipment, never exceed the rated working load limit, and inspect slings, hooks, shackles, and connection points before every use. Confirm compatibility with your hoist, crane, or trolley system before placing an order, and follow your facility's rigging and lockout procedures for every lift. A few minutes spent checking hardware condition and load balance up front is far cheaper than dealing with a dropped or shifted load later, and it keeps your team's daily routine consistent from one job to the next.

Rigging hardware like this sees repeated use, so look for equipment that is properly rated, clearly marked, and traceable to a manufacturer that stands behind its specifications. Keeping documentation on hand for each piece of equipment also makes routine inspections and any future certification requirements easier to manage.

The full spec sheet is below, covering capacity, dimensions, and construction details at a glance.

The Machining & Welding 17 Ton 5 FT Modular Spreader is ready to bolt into your modular spreader system at 17 ton and 5 feet.

Product Info:
•  Capacity: 17 ton
•  Beam Length: 5 ft
•  Minimum Top Rigging Angle: 45 degrees
•  Style: Modular, bolt-together sections
•  Shipping Weight: 126 lbs