When a load is too wide for a standard spreader beam, the Machining & Welding 2000 LB 6 FT Economy H-Beam steps in with an H-shaped frame measuring 4 by 6 feet and a 2,000 pound rating.

Riggers use H-beams like this for machinery bases, large panels, and skidded loads where a standard two-point beam would not provide enough stability.

The frame is fabricated from structural steel in an H configuration, welded for rigidity so the full working load limit is supported at all four lift points.

Four-point rigging spreads the load across more sling legs, which can reduce individual sling loads compared to a two-point pick of the same total weight.

This type of lifting equipment is common in facilities that move machinery, structural steel, crates, or bulky components as part of daily operations. Rather than treating each lift as a one-off problem, a dedicated piece of equipment turns it into a routine, repeatable task that any trained operator can complete quickly and safely.

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.

Well-built rigging hardware holds its rated capacity through years of regular use, provided it is inspected and stored properly between jobs. A dry, organized storage area away from corrosive chemicals or extreme temperature swings goes a long way toward extending the service life of steel components.

See the specifications below for the exact numbers you will want to check before ordering.

Add the Machining & Welding 2000 LB 6 FT Economy H-Beam to jobs where a straight beam has left you fighting a load that will not sit still.

Product Info:
•  Working Load Limit: 2,000 lbs
•  Frame Width: 4 ft
•  Frame Length: 6 ft
•  Style: H-frame, four-point lifting
•  Frame Material: Structural steel
•  Shipping Weight: 180 lbs