Rope Rescue/Equipment/Need/I-beam rigging clamps

Need
I-beam rigging clamps
 * for training at Fire Hall
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 * sloped I-beams, flange 4 inches wide
 * need to determine flange thickness
 * exterior roof has 12 degrees slope; interior ceiling has 2 angles: the edges are greater, the center less (where we will be working)
 * horizontal I-beams, flange approx 7-8 inches wide
 * need to determine flange thickness
 * more accurately measure flange width

Requirements

 * adjustable from 4 to 8 inches
 * placeable on sloping I-beam up to 12 degree slope
 * non-rolling
 * MBS: 40 kN
 * 2 person load, SSSF, pulley at top
 * = 8993 lbf
 * WLL is not the same as MBS. It has a Design Factor (DF) built in for safety.  That factor is not documented; OSHA talks about factor 2 in other parts of its standard.  But without specification, we assume that the MBS is only negligibly greater than the WLL.

Potentially suitable

 * General Clamp Industries
 * http://www.superclamp.com/
 * GCI Swivel-Jaw Adjustable Girder Clamp
 * For use at up to 15° from horizontal
 * website says: from vertical
 * Approved for Personnel tie-off use*
 * picture
 * http://www.superclamp.com/default.asp?ID=13
 * 3.5" - 12" flange
 * models S6 and S6A
 * WLL: 11,200 lb
 * model S11
 * WLL: 22,400 lb
 * GCI Fixed-Jaw Adjustable Girder Clamp
 * For use at up to 15° from horizontal
 * website says: from vertical
 * Approved for Personnel tie-off use*
 * picture
 * http://www.superclamp.com/default.asp?ID=12
 * model SX3
 * WLL: 11,200 lb
 * 3" - 7.5" flange
 * might not fit larger I-beam


 * Tractel
 * http://www.tractel.com/us/home.php
 * Corso Beam Clamp
 * http://www.tractel.com/us/series.php?id_serie=73
 * http://www.tractel.com/files/126564497571957.pdf
 * http://www.ahsrescue.com/p-1223-pmi-tractel-beam-clamp.aspx
 * http://shop.pmirope.com/technical-hardware/index.aspx?pageID=43&productID=333&productMasterID=333
 * http://www.torqhoist.com/show_unique_product.php?product_id=12
 * This anchorage is designed to fit I-beams from 3 to 8.25 inches. Simple installation, removable. Meets ANSI, CSA, and OSHA 5400lbs (24kN) anchorage requirements.
 * Model Lt 5B
 * 5 ton = 10,000 lb
 * flange width: 2.9" - 8.7"
 * Model Lt 10B
 * 10 ton = 20,000 lb
 * flange width: 3.5" - 8.7"


 * Reliance Fall Protection
 * http://www.relsafe.com/
 * 3093 HLL Anchor Clamp
 * MBS 14,500 lb
 * flange width: 4" - 16-5/8"
 * horizontal or vertical I-beam
 * http://www.relsafe.com/ProductDetails.aspx?guid=e8b2c0bf-5765-42c8-b21b-acf04fc19ae5&pid=561&sourceUrl=ProductsByCategory.aspx%3fcategoryId%3d100%26pg%3d2

suitability uncertain
Welded ring
 * http://www.relsafe.com/ProductDetails.aspx?guid=11c43404-7da7-405e-a5bd-19f5737d7ccf&pid=884&sourceUrl=ProductsByCategory.aspx%3fcategoryId%3d100%26pg%3d5

Not suitable

 * rigging chains
 * require horizontal beam
 * http://www.polarfocus.com/view.php?RCS


 * All Material Handling (AMH)
 * http://www.allmaterialhandling.com/aspnet/Default.aspx
 * http://www.allmaterialhandling.com/aspnet/beamclamps.aspx
 * http://winchlines.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=WINCHLINES&Category_Code=Beam_Clamps
 * not rated for live load
 * see pictures
 * http://www.stageriggingonline.com/beamclamps.html
 * http://www.polarfocus.com/view.php?RBC
 * level beams only


 * FallTech
 * http://www.falltech.com/
 * http://www.falltech.com/subCat.asp?subCatID=36
 * FallTech 7489 Vertical Beam Clamp
 * Fits Beams from 2-1/2" - 12" Wide and up to 1-1/2" Flange Thickness.
 * Ideal for Vertical or Horizontal I-Beam Structures.
 * Rated at over 5,000 lbs.
 * no detailed strength rating
 * Meets OSHA and ANSI Requirements.
 * http://www.falltech.com/productLS.asp?prodID=265
 * http://www.westernsafety.com/falltech/falltech08pg3.html
 * FallTech 7411 Ratcheting Beam Clamp
 * Fits Beams from 4" - 12" Wide and up to 1" Flange Thickness.
 * Ideal for Horizontal I-Beam Structures.
 * Rated at over 5,000 lbs.
 * Meets the Requirements of OSHA 1926 and ANSI Z359.
 * http://www.falltech.com/productLS.asp?prodID=165
 * http://www.westernsafety.com/falltech/falltech08pg3.html
 * manufacturer unclear on sloped used
 * FallTech 7485 Portable Beam Clamp
 * Fits Beams from 3-1/2" - 12" Wide and up to 1-1/8" Flange Thickness.
 * Rated at over 5,000 lbs.
 * Meets the Requirements of OSHA 1926 and ANSI Z359.
 * http://www.falltech.com/productLS.asp?prodID=263
 * http://www.westernsafety.com/falltech/falltech08pg3.html
 * manufacturer unclear on sloped used
 * FallTech 7486 Portable Beam Clamp
 * Fits Beams from 3-1/2" - 18" Wide and up to 1-1/8" Flange Thickness.
 * Ideal for Horizontal I-Beam Structures.
 * Rated at over 5,000 lbs.
 * Meets OSHA and ANSI Requirements.
 * http://www.falltech.com/productLS.asp?prodID=264
 * http://www.westernsafety.com/falltech/falltech08pg3.html
 * manufacturer unclear on sloped used
 * FallTech 7487 Stationary Beam Clamp
 * Fits Beams from 4" -12" Wide and up to 1-1/8" Flange Thickness.
 * Ideal for Horizontal I-Beam Structures.
 * Rated at over 5,000 lbs.
 * Meets the Requirements of OSHA 1926 and ANSI Z359.
 * http://www.falltech.com/productLS.asp?prodID=266
 * http://www.westernsafety.com/falltech/falltech08pg3.html
 * manufacturer unclear on sloped used
 * FallTech 7488
 * http://www.falltech.com/productLS.asp?prodID=267
 * wrong size


 * General Clamp Industries
 * GCI Universal Superclamp
 * min flange size: 6 inch
 * Can be Loaded at Any Angle
 * This model is designed to be used at full rated capacity at angles up to 90° in a 360° radius.
 * Approved for Personnel tie-off use*
 * picture
 * http://www.superclamp.com/default.asp?ID=10
 * http://www.lamcoinc.com/beamclamp.html


 * Reliance Fall Protection
 * http://www.relsafe.com/
 * 3089 Adjustable Width Beam Anchor
 * http://www.relsafe.com/ProductDetails.aspx?guid=e0d92262-7c81-4272-93ab-24e3f4b4414a&pid=907&sourceUrl=ProductsByCategory.aspx%3fcategoryId%3d100%26pg%3d0
 * MBS/WLL not specified
 * 3096 Adjustable Width Sliding Beam Anchor
 * http://www.relsafe.com/ProductDetails.aspx?guid=ac7bd5ec-4efd-4d1f-809b-040b9862f8fc&pid=881&sourceUrl=ProductsByCategory.aspx%3fcategoryId%3d100%26pg%3d0
 * flange width: 3.75" - 12.25"
 * but manual says: 5" - 15"
 * maximum load: 5000lb
 * 3098 Adjustable Width Beam Anchor
 * 2 fall arrest links
 * rated for sloped I-beams
 * http://www.relsafe.com/ProductDetails.aspx?guid=afa7f5cc-699f-401d-81b3-356d5b4c3a73&pid=908&sourceUrl=ProductsByCategory.aspx%3fcategoryId%3d100%26pg%3d0
 * wrong manual on web page; cannot determine strength rating
 * LockJaw Remote Beam Grip Clamp
 * min width 5 inch
 * rated 10,000 lb - 2 man load
 * http://www.relsafe.com/ProductDetails.aspx?guid=485b7f80-88b9-46a2-8ae9-d8eeb47cf0f5&pid=555&sourceUrl=ProductsByCategory.aspx%3fcategoryId%3d100%26pg%3d0
 * http://www.gravitec.com/equipment/anchors/reliance-lockjaw-remote-beam-grip-clamp/anc-re-3040-1/


 * Beam Clamp (unclear manufacturer)
 * 3 - 9" flange widths
 * WLL, Personal  2,000 lbf.
 * WLL, Equipment 4,000 lbf.
 * http://www.rescuetech1.com/beamclamp.aspx