The Machining & Welding 20000 LB 20 FT Basket Lifting Beam offers 20 feet of length and 20,000 pounds of capacity, set up for basket-style rigging.

Basket hitches spread the load across more sling legs, which can reduce individual sling tension compared to a single-point lift of the same weight.

A fixed length steel beam keeps this design simple, with hooks ready to accept slings without additional hardware.

This beam is purpose built for basket rigging, saving the setup time of improvising a basket hitch from a standard straight beam.

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.

Good lifting practice starts before the load ever leaves the ground: confirm the working load limit fits the job, check that all hardware is in good condition, and keep the load centered to avoid uneven strain on the rigging. These habits matter as much as the equipment itself, and they cost nothing beyond a few extra minutes of attention before each pick, which is a fair trade for a safer shop floor.

Durability matters as much as initial capacity when choosing rigging equipment, since hardware that wears unevenly or corrodes quickly ends up costing more over its service life. Choosing components built to recognized manufacturing standards is one of the simplest ways to avoid that added cost down the road.

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

The Machining & Welding 20000 LB 20 FT Basket Lifting Beam is ready to rig a secure basket hitch on your next pick.

Product Info:
•  Working Load Limit: 20,000 lbs
•  Beam Length: 20 ft
•  End Fittings: Two sets of hooks
•  Frame Material: Structural steel
•  Shipping Weight: 2215 lbs