Tag: Strand Jack Systems

When it comes to transporting heavy loads, you need a special kind of trailer – one that’s strong enough to carry the weight of your machinery, with the stability and power to get it from A to B on time.

Luckily, as a leading transport company in the UK, we have an extensive fleet of haulage vehicles at our disposal, here at JB Rawcliffe – including low loader trailers.

What is a low loader?

A low loader is a type of flatbed trailer, specifically designed to carry industrial goods and heavy pieces of equipment safely and efficiently.

It has two drops in deck height that allow it to be much lower to the ground than other trailers.

This not only makes it easier to load equipment (including taller machine and wider objects), but it also lowers the centre of gravity for the goods in transit, ensuring safe transportation from start to finish.

A low loader trailer attaches directly to a prime mover, offering a robust transport solution for even the largest of machines.

 

Why should you consider a low loader trailer for your haulage?

Though they are often a staple for construction projects, low loaders are widely used among different industries – thanks to their functionality and cost-efficiency for hauling major resources.

Low loaders have adjustable height settings, which makes life easier for you when loading large and heavy cargo.

They can legally bear more weight than others and, as a result of their low height, they are perfect for transporting abnormal loads that cannot be split into separate deliveries.

Something else worth noting about these vehicles within our fleet is that they are incredibly flexible. They are straightforward to manoeuvre around sites and the trailer itself can be extended or lowered to allow for taller goods.

Due to their height, they are usually less affected by strong winds, too – ensuring maximum safety and security for the goods being transported.

As the loading process is much easier, the need for manual labour (and the risk of workers injuring themselves) is significantly reduced.

 

How do you hire a low loader?

Hiring a low loader for heavy haulage couldn’t be simpler than it is, here at JB Rawcliffe.

Our experts have vast experience in the haulage industry and have had the privilege of working with clients from various sectors for more than 45 years.

Before we determine the most suitable haulage vehicle for your project, we’ll need to know a little more about the goods you need to transport and the driving conditions.

Armed with a basic understanding of the task at hand, we will advise you on the best low loader for the job – ensuring maximum safety for the load being delivered and potentially shortening lead times.

To get the ball rolling, be sure to give us a call on 01695 737 880. Or, if you prefer, drop us an email at enquiries@jbrawcliffe.com, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

A strand jack is a type of linear winch that’s used to pull heavy loads from above – offering a compact and precise solution for heavy lifting and lowering operations.

Unlike regular jacks that push the load up, strand jacks have a bundle of steel cables (otherwise known as strands) that are guided through a hydraulic cylinder and pulled up.

These systems have two clamps: one at the bottom which is fixed, and another at the top which is connected to the cylinder and moves up and down.

Both clamps have wedges that grip the strand. The lifting or lowering motion is achieved by the cylinder extending and retracting while the wedges lock onto each strand in turn.

In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at strand jacks and their uses – including the different industries they can be employed and the benefits they bring.

 

What are strand jacks used for?

Strand jack systems are widely used in heavy construction and engineering industries – particularly for bridges, ports and large-scale plant maintenance projects.

The hydraulic cylinders and strands allow heavy loads to be lifted to the required height, but objects and structures can also be pulled (skidded) into a certain position.

Although a strand jack can be used to lift, handle and lower heavy machinery and equipment within construction and engineering, they can also be used in the oil and gas industry.

Multiple strand jacks can be operated simultaneously by hydraulic controllers at oil rigs, and they can be used in tandem to lift heavy offshore platforms from or onto barges.

 

Why are strand jack systems used?

Strand jacks offer several advantages that make them useful for the aforementioned industries – one of their main ones being that they have a small footprint. This makes them ideal if there is a lack of space on the construction or assembly site for a conventional crane.

Despite their compact size, strand jack systems can still lift and lower machinery and equipment with excellent precision – ensuring they are transferred safely and efficiently.

These systems frequently provide a viable alternative for lifting loads that are not suitable to be jacked from beneath. They offer an economic and controlled solution for lifting, turning, transferring and lowering cumbersome loads.

As opposed to cranes that normally use a single-strand hoist with pulleys to lift the load, strand jack systems use multiple strands to lift the load – making it much safer.

What’s more, strand jacks can be conveniently operated by a single operator using a computer or controller in a central location. And they operate at various speeds, helping to enhance productivity and efficiency on site.

 

Find out more today and talk to JB Rawcliffe

Here at JB Rawcliffe, we pride ourselves on supplying the most reliable lifting equipment for all projects – no matter how big or small they may be – and that includes our strand jack systems.

We have been providing our dependable jacks for more than 45 years and are confident we can make it easier for you to transfer heavy or difficult loads quickly and safely.

We provide some of the most competitive prices, too – allowing you to benefit from our excellent systems and expertise without breaking the bank.

If you’re debating whether to hire a strand jack for your next project or you’ve got a question about our systems, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Either give us a call on 01695 737 880 or drop us an email at enquiries@jbrawcliffe.com and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.