The Crosby Group IPCC Vertical Lifting and Transport Of Concrete Pipe Sections and Wells User Manual

: June 10, 2024
: The Crosby Group

Table of Contents

IPCC Vertical lifting & transport of concrete pipe sections & wells
General
Safety precautions
Inspections protocols
Instructions for use
How to operate the clamp
A reliable clamp, a secure basis for lifting
Explanation test certificate
Customer Service
References
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**The Crosby Group IPCC Vertical Lifting and Transport Of Concrete Pipe Sections and Wells

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IPCC Vertical lifting & transport of concrete pipe sections & wells

IPCC Vertical lifting & transport of concrete pipe sections &
wells

General

You have chosen a CrosbyIP lifting clamp.

CrosbyIP lifting clamps are the most reliable lifting clamps available. But using reliable tools does not automatically mean that practices are reliable. The people who work with clamps play an equally important role in reliable lifting. Ensure that everyone who works with CrosbyIP lifting clamps has been instructed in the proper application of the clamps.

CrosbyIP provides a 10 year warranty for its clamps. To keep CrosbyIP lifting clamps in optimum condition and keep warranty, regular maintenance is important. Preventive maintenance and repair shall be carried by a repairer authorized by CrosbyIP. In order to benefit from this warranty programme and for more details on maintenance procedures, please consult www.thecrosbygroup.com/resources/crosbyip-10-year- guarantee for more information.

Please read and understand these instructions before using the lifting clamp.

Check when placing the clamp that slings are not twisted.

It is not permitted to stay in the danger zone of the load.

No changes may be made to CrosbyIP clamps. Never straighten, attempt to bend or heat treat parts.

Safety precautions

Proper instruction for the personnel is of vital importance. This will contribute to maximum reliability in the working environment.
IPCC clamps may be applied exclusively per set or per three clamps for the vertical lifting and transfer of concrete pipe sections and wells.
IPCC clamps are to be used together with 7mm chain.
Temperature: the operating temperature is between –40 ºC (–40 ºF) and 100 ºC (212 ºF). For other temperatures contact your CrosbyIP Customer Service Centre.
There are restrictions for operation in special atmospheres (e.g. high humidity, explosive, saline, acid, alkaline).
Loads: For proper application of the clamp consult the load diagrams 1.
Ensure that all attachments are properly fitted, secured and coupled.
For each lift only one object may be transported or lifted.
During the descent of the load there may be no obstacles present under the load that can impede the load causing a clamp to be unloaded. The clamps may only release the load when it is in a stable position.
Remark: when handling the load, one should ensure that the load and or clamp does not encounter obstacles which could release the load on the clamps prematurely.
A clamp is a device that must be clean when used. Dirt has an adverse effect on the operation and also on the reliability of the clamp. When cleaning the clamp care should be taken to ensuring that moving parts are lubricated and the gripping surfaces are clean. Regular cleaning will enhance the life and reliability of the clamps.

Inspections protocols

Prior to every application of the clamp it is important the clamp operator inspects the clamp for proper functioning. Attention must be paid to the following (see illustration(s) 2 for part reference):

Ensure that the surface of the concrete pipe section or well with which the clamp is to come into contact is free of scale, grease, oil, paint, water, ice, moisture, dirt and coatings that might impede the contact of the tooth with the object.
Inspect camsegment (B) for wear and defects. The teeth must be sharp and free of dirt.
Check the body (N) and the jaw for damage, cracks or deformation (this may indicate overloading). The clamp must open and close properly (when the operation of the clamp is stiff or heavy, it should be removed from operation for inspection).
Check the camsegment shaft (G), hinge shaft (F) and lifting shaft (I) for readily detectable wear and/or damage.
Check whether the W.L.L. and the jaw opening stamped on the body corresponds with the load to be lifted. When this is no longer readable, remove the clamp from operation.

The camsegment is the most critical part in the clamp and require extra attention during inspection.
Ensure in any event for good light during inspection. In doubtful cases an authorised repairer
should assess the clamp.

Instructions for use

How to operate the clamp

IPCC lifting clamps are suitable for vertical lifting and transport of concrete pipe sections & wells.
See illustrations 3 – 5 for part reference.
How to operate the clamp

Place the clamps on the concrete pipe (with chain (Z) already attached to the camsegments; check that chains are not twisted) (3).
Tension the cables or chains with the crane hook, while the inner side of the jaw rests against the edge of the object (4).
Remark: because IPCC clamps are not fitted with a constant pretension system on the camsegment (B), it is important to watch the position of the clamps until the chains have tensioned out. Make sure that the clamps remain in position against the edges of the pipe.
The load may now be lifted, paying careful heed to maintaining constant tension on the chains or cables.
As soon as the load is at its destination let the crane hook descend until the clamp is fully free of load, meaning that the lifting chain (Z) is no longer taut and the clamp can move freely (5).
The clamp may now be removed from the load.

A reliable clamp, a secure basis for lifting

10 Year warranty preventive maintenance procedure:
Parts should be replaced only when they no longer meet our standards.

10 Year warranty repair procedure:
Parts should be replaced only when they no longer meet our standards.
Please consult www.thecrosbygroup.com/resources/crosbyip-10-year- guarantee for more information on maintenance procedures.

Maintenance without 10 year warranty: Annually clamps are subjected to inspection and parts will be replaced only when they no longer meet our standards.
CrosbyIP authorised repairer

Explanation test certificate

EU Declaration of Conformity: We hereby declare that the equipment described at the front page conforms to the relevant fundamental safety and health requirements of the appropriate EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version marketed by us. This declaration will cease to be valid if any modifications are made to the machine without our express approval.

Relevant EU Directives: EU Machinery Directive (2006/42/CE) Applied standards: EN 13155 and ASME B30.20

UK Declaration of Conformity: We hereby declare that the equipment described at the front page meets the essential safety requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and section 6 of the Health and Safety At work Etc. Act. 1974. This declaration will cease to be valid if any modifications are made to the machine without our express approval.

Applied standards: EN 13155 and ASME B30.20

Manufacturer
CrosbyIP Lifting Clamps – Inter Product BV
Celsiusstraat 51
6716 BZ Ede
The Netherlands
Ede, 25-1-2021 W. Fabricius

WARNING

Loads may disengage from clamp if proper procedures are not followed.
A falling load may cause serious injury or death.
The clamp shall not be loaded in excess of its rated load or handle any load for which it is not designed. Read instructions in user manual to determine minimum load permitted and proper load thickness.
Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning clamp, or a clamp with missing parts.
Clamp not to be used for personnel hoisting.
Prohibition of handling above persons.
Do not leave suspended loads unattended.
Operator and other personnel shall stay clear of the load.
Do not lift loads higher than necessary.
Do not make alterations or modifications to clamp.
Do not remove or obscure warning labels.
See ANSI/ASME B30.20 BELOW-THE-HOOK LIFTING DEVICES for additional information.
Read, understand, and follow these instructions and the product safety information in user manual before using clamp.