Adjustment Type Adjustment Range* (mm) Max Load Capacity (kg) Weight of Manhole Ring Lifter** (kg)
Bracket 2 1000 - 1500 2500 102
Bracket 3 900

    The machine operator simply switches the unit from ‘gripping’ to ‘releasing’ by performing a slight side movement of the lifting hook. Setting to the required diameter can be achieved very quickly and different manhole rings can be also be lifted without changing the setting as the unit has two gripping levels. The Manhole Ring Lifter offers quick, easy and efficient handling for a range of manholes and cones.

FAQs

What is a Manhole Ring Lifter?

This universal mechanical attachment allows Manhole Rings and cones to be safely gripped internally for precise transportation and installation. 


Is the Manhole Ring Lifter safe to use?

Reducing the need for manual intervention, and keeping operatives clear of the slewing excavator, means the Manhole Ring Lifter introduces greater safety in handling operations by assigning much of the control to the excavator driver. 


Are Manhole Ring Lifters easy to use?

Yes, The Manhole Ring Lifter offers quick, easy and efficient handling for a range of manholes and cones. It attaches to the excavator via a chain sling and the machine operator simply switches the unit from ‘gripping’ to ‘releasing’ by performing a slight side movement of the lifting hook.


What size rings can the unit handle?

Manhole Ring Lifters can Accommodate ring sizes 900mm to 1500mm diameter.


What is the maximum load capacity of the Manhole Ring Lifter?

2500kg


Is the Manhole Ring Lifter easy to set?

Setting to the required diameter can be achieved very quickly and different manhole ring sizes can be also be lifted without changing the setting as the unit has two gripping levels. 


Do Groundforce offer training courses?

Groundforce Training Services offer industry leading accredited safety training primarily for those working in utilities, construction and civil engineering. From short duration health and safety awareness to more complex or specialist safety consultancy solutions.


Is a user guide available for Manhole Ring Lifters?

Yes, a user guide will be provided with every hire and can be requested from Groundforce or can be downloaded from the Groundforce Shorco section of the Groundforce website. A user guide for Manhole Ring Lifters is also available below to download as a PDF.

 


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Manhole Ring Lifter User Guide

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