The H-Lift Drum Lifting Clamp (DLC-C Type) is a specialized handling tool designed for the safe lifting, transporting, and managing of steel drums and oil barrels. Its automatic locking mechanism allows for quick, one-touch attachment to the drum chime for efficient operation.

Safe Handling: Specifically engineered for lifting and transporting steel drums, including those without lids, ensuring stable vertical lifts and turning.
Automatic Locking: Features a simple one-touch grip on the drum chime, allowing the operator to easily attach and secure the load.
Lightweight Design: Weighing only 1.6kg to 2.0kg, the compact construction reduces operator fatigue and enables easy one-handed operation.
Capacity: Rated for a working load limit of 0.5 tonnes, making it suitable for standard industrial drum handling applications.

Technical Data
Safe Use of Lifting Clamp

*Automatic Locking: The spring-loaded cam ensures a positive grip on the rim before lifting begins.

Product Features

Vertical Lifting Design: Specifically engineered for the vertical lifting and transport of standard steel oil drums (tight-head or open-head).
Automatic Locking Mechanism: Equipped with a spring-loaded automatic locking device that ensures a positive grip on the drum rim, preventing accidental release even under no-load conditions.
Versatile Application: Can be used singly for lifting sealed (filled or empty) drums. Ideally suited for moving drums in warehouses or loading docks.
Compact & Lightweight: Weighing only 1.6kg, this clamp is extremely easy to handle and attach with one hand, reducing operator fatigue during repetitive tasks.
Durable Construction: Features a heavy-duty welded shell body designed to withstand the rigors of industrial environments.

⚠️ Usage Recommendation:
For open-topped filled drums, we recommend using a two-leg chain sling with two clamps to prevent drum deformation during the lift.

Technical Specifications

*Refer to the diagram above to identify dimensions A, B, C, D in the table below.

Item No.	Capacity	Proof Load	Jaw Opening	Dimensions (mm)				Net Weight	Product Code
	Capacity	Proof Load	Jaw Opening	A	B	C	D	Net Weight
	(t)	(kN)	(mm)	-	-	-	-	(kg)
DLCC005	0.5	9.8	0 - 17	128	96	40	28	1.6	161300500

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Selecting the Correct Lifting Clamp

Lifting clamps utilize various mechanisms (lever, cam, roller, or screw) to provide a friction grip on the plate. When selecting a clamp, consider:

Type of Action: Lever, cam, roller, or screw.
Capacity & Thickness: Ensure the clamp is rated for the weight and the plate thickness.
Rigging: Determine if a pendant chain sling is required to provide articulation.

IMPORTANT: Minimum Load Requirement
Some clamps (especially cam action types) rely on a minimum load to engage the gripping force safely. Unless specified otherwise by the manufacturer:
• The load should not be less than 20% of the Safe Working Load (SWL).
• The plate thickness should not be less than 20% of the maximum jaw opening.

Safety Guidelines

Always

Inspect clamps and accessories before use and before storage.
Ensure the clamp is seated fully onto the plate (as far as it will go).
Position the clamp directly over the center of gravity of the load.
Ensure the locking mechanism is fully engaged/tightened before lifting.
Ensure the plate is fully supported and stable before releasing the clamp.
Store clamps in a dry, clean place protected from corrosion.

Never

Never use clamps on hard or polished plates unless specifically designed for them.
Never put packing/shims between the plate and the jaws.
Never lift more than one plate at a time in a single clamp.
Never lower from vertical to horizontal (or vice-versa) unless the clamp is designed for it.
Never obliquely side load a vertical clamp.
Never force or wedge the hoist hook into the eye of the clamp.

Operation & Maintenance

Using Clamps Safely

Do not use defective clamps. Place the clamp over the load center. If the plate is long and tends to bend, use two clamps with a spreader beam to prevent the clamps from twisting. Keep oil, grease, and contaminants away from the gripping jaws.

In-service Inspection

Regularly inspect for:

Wear, damage, or distortion to fixed and moving jaws.
Cracks in the frame or opening out of the body.
Insecure, worn, or bent pins and bolts.
Worn friction grip material (teeth).
Damaged locking levers or tight threads.

⚠️ WARNING: Teeth of jaws must NOT be re-sharpened or re-cut unless specifically approved by the manufacturer.

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Drum Lifting Clamp DLC-C type

Technical Data

Safe Use of Lifting Clamp

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