The Machining & Welding 3400 LB 6 IN Manhole Key is built to lift manhole covers, rated to 3,400 pounds and sized for 6 inch pick holes.

A properly sized key seats securely in the cover's pick holes, reducing the risk of slipping compared to improvised prying tools.

The tool is manufactured to a consistent size and capacity, keeping it interchangeable with others rated for the same cover style.

A properly sized manhole key reduces back strain and the risk of dropped covers compared to prying with a screwdriver or pry bar.

From production floors to rail yards to municipal utility crews, this style of equipment gets used wherever a load needs to move safely between two points. Standardizing on purpose-built lifting equipment also makes training new operators easier, since the rigging setup stays consistent from lift to lift instead of changing based on whatever hardware happens to be nearby.

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.

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.

Full specifications are listed below so you can confirm fit against your current rigging before it ships.

The Machining & Welding 3400 LB 6 IN Manhole Key is ready to make manhole cover access faster and safer.

Product Info:
•  Capacity: 3,400 lbs
•  Size: 6 in
•  Shipping Weight: 5 lbs