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Tandemloc end caps check all the boxes and move beyond the constraints of conventional spreader beams. They lower both costs and storage necessities with the ability to source your own pipe locally, their pin-insert design simplifies assembly and handling, and thorough proof testing combined with durable construction position them as some of the most reliable products on the market.
Here are five reasons why they’re worth considering for your next job:
- Versatility & Customizability
Tandemloc end caps are unparalleled in their versatility for creating spreader beams. Users can source their own standard structural steel pipe locally, cut it to their exact length, and pair it with end caps; there is no need to buy pre-assembled beams or pay costly shipping for long sections of pipe. Customers can also use our telescopic pipe kits or pipe sleeves to accommodate various span needs or adapt to different lifting applications. The ability to configure spreader beams precisely for specific lifts, rather than relying on fixed-span beams, makes for a highly customizable solution.
- Quality
Quality is a guarantee for any Tandemloc product. Each end cap is serial numbered and proof-tested to 125% of its rated capacity (in line with ASME B30.20 standards), and critical welds are inspected with non-destructive mag particle testing. Our end caps receive a corrosion-resistant marine-grade epoxy paint to withstand harsh environments, even long-term saltwater exposure. We want our customers to have complete confidence in the safety and reliability of Tandemloc end caps, and our verifiable quality process is there to ensure it.
- Ease of Use
Tandemloc end caps can be shipped on regular freight pallets rather than the pricey flatbeds required for full-length pipes, saving customers thousands on shipping and storage. Since the pipe used is standard schedule 80 structural steel, which is readily available locally, the overall setup is much more cost-effective. Smaller end caps are light enough to handle by hand, and larger ones come equipped with welded D-rings and forklift gussets help ease the moving and assembly process. For a variety of uses, Tandemloc end caps are affordable, practical, and highly adaptable.
- Quick Assembly & Handling
Compared to some competitor designs that use bolt-together flanges and special hardware, Tandemloc end caps use a pin-insert system that dramatically speeds up assembly. Users insert the end caps into pre-drilled pipe ends, secure them with pins, and the beam is ready to lift without bolting, torqueing, or risking the loss of parts. As mentioned under ease of use, larger end caps have forklift gussets and D-rings for a much safer and faster assembly process.
- Cost-Effectiveness
End caps can be relied on for cost savings at multiple points. Sourcing pipe locally is significantly cheaper than ordering finished beams or long pipe sections from manufacturers. You’ll avoid expensive shipping fees and can repurpose or reconfigure pipes for future applications. And because one set of end caps can support many different beam spans and capacities (depending on the pipe used), customers don’t need to invest in and store multiple fixed-span beams, freeing up storage space and capital.
Why Tandemloc?
We are confident that our end caps will make your work much safer, faster, and more cost-effective. The ability to customize with locally sourced pipe cuts costs and frees up storage. Their simple design means faster assembly and easier handling. When you choose Tandemloc, you’re choosing to invest in products that pay for themselves and support safe and dependable operations, consistently.
