LGH Australia has strengthened its specialist hire fleet with the addition of a 5.3t offset lifting beam, expanding the range of lifting and rigging solutions available to customers nationwide.
Offset lifting beams, sometimes referred to as cantilever or counterbalance beams, are below-the-hook lifting devices designed specifically for situations where the crane hook cannot be positioned directly above the load. Instead, they allow loads to be lifted at a horizontal offset from the hook, making it possible to overcome obstacles such as building facades, overhangs, pipework, or restricted headroom.
This makes them particularly valuable in industries such as:
Construction and infrastructure – installing precast panels, cladding, or working around structural obstructions.
Manufacturing and industrial facilities – where machinery, pipework, or roof structures limit hook access.
The 5.3t Maxirig offset lifting beam delivers several key advantages:
While offset beams provide unique solutions, they also come with design and operational considerations:
• They are heavier and more complex than standard lifting beams.
• Counterbalance or ballast are required to manage forces safely.
LGH’s lifting specialists can advise on safe and efficient use, helping customers select the right equipment for their project needs.
By adding the Maxirig 5.3t offset lifting beam to our fleet, LGH continues to expand the equipment options available for complex lifting challenges. This beam offers project teams a reliable and efficient solution when stability, safety, and reduced headroom are critical.
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Email: Enquiries@lgh.au
