The Machining & Welding Plate Clamp 1.5-3 IN Hinged grips steel plate from 1.5 to 3 inches thick, rated to 11,000 pounds.

Plate clamps like this are a standard tool in fabrication shops and steel yards for moving sheet and plate stock quickly between cutting, welding, and storage.

A durable forged body and a jaw matched to its rated thickness range keep this clamp dependable through daily plate handling.

Fast, tool-free attachment makes plate clamps a practical choice for shops moving plate stock throughout the day.

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.

Before putting any lifting equipment into service, verify it matches your hoist or crane setup and confirm the rated capacity covers your heaviest expected load with margin to spare. Routine inspection of welds, pins, and connection hardware helps catch wear before it becomes a safety issue. Keep a simple inspection log if your facility does not already have one, since tracking wear over time makes it easier to plan replacement before a part actually fails in use.

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.

Details on capacity, dimensions, and hardware are listed below for a quick comparison against your requirements.

The Machining & Welding Plate Clamp 1.5-3 IN Hinged is ready to grip and lift plate stock in its rated range.

Product Info:
•  Working Load Limit: 11,000 lbs
•  Jaw Opening Range: 1.5 in to 3 in
•  Style: Hinged jaw
•  Shipping Weight: 82 lbs