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Below-the-hook lifting equipment is used when rigging alone does not provide enough control over the load. This typically applies to lifts involving long spans, multiple pick points, or uneven load distribution where spacing and force direction need to be managed more precisely.

Choose the right shipping container caster with our AC49000A-series guide. Learn load ratings, safety factors, and wheel types to keep operations rolling safely.

Tandemloc shipping container casters are there for one job: making heavy containers mobile. If you need to move ISO shipping containers or ISO-compliant structures in your facility or yard, these casters will get it done safely and without unnecessary complication.

We’re proud to announce that Tandemloc, Inc. has been awarded the 2024 Gold Safety Achievement Award by the North Carolina Department of Labor! This award was presented at the annual NCDOL Safety Awards Banquet and recognizes companies across...

End caps are modular lifting components used with structural pipe to create custom-length spreader beams. They are commonly used in heavy lifting applications where fixed-span beams are costly, difficult to ship, or impractical to store. Tandemloc end caps are designed to solve these challenges while maintaining high safety standards.

Let's face it, moving heavy steel, concrete sections, or equipment modules is all about smart lifting. It’s about having gear you can trust when tons of hefty material are suspended above your crew. Tandemloc's end cap spreader systems are setting new standards for heavy lift operations, with customizable lengths, versatile options for pipe materials, and the help of our very own ‘End Cap App’ to select the perfect one for you.

When it comes to lifting shipping containers, the right equipment can make all the difference. Lift lugs, which attach to a container's corner fittings, are critical for secure handling. This guide will compare the two primary lift lug types from Tandemloc: Top Lift Lugs and Rotary Lift Lugs, highlighting their key features, differences, and benefits.

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT, WRE ARTICLES A Lift Above the Rest: Tandemloc’s 40-Year Commitment to Excellence. Published October 2, 2024 | Wire Rope Exchange BY: Mike Chalmers All photos courtesy of Tandemloc....

If you’re curious about the difference between a lift beam and a spreader beam, you’ve come to the right place! Both are essential below-the-hook devices used in lifting and rigging operations, and their similar appearances and names often lead...

In the modern global economy, the efficient movement of cargo is critical to supply chain success. Ports, warehouses, and distribution centers face increasing pressure to transport heavy containers speedily and without compromise. As industries...

The words “custom solutions” and “quick turnaround” rarely coexist, but the goal at Tandemloc is to provide customers with products and services they can’t get anywhere else. That’s why we launched the Rapid Ready™ program in 2017. Sometimes...

TANDEMLOC, Inc. provides engineered and manufacturing solutions for unique applications pertaining to lifting, securing and mobilizing of containers and other items. Over the years, we have designed thousands of products. Our roots date back...

Now you can have a custom spreader bar without the custom price and without the custom lead time. Have it now, just the way you want it and pay “off the shelf” prices, because our kits are on the shelf….ready to ship and ready to use! Create...

1/2 Ton to 5 Ton Capacities in Stock Tandemloc C-Hooks are designed for moving and positioning heavy coils with an overhead lifting device. Narrow, space-saving profile. Lead-in taper for easy insertion into coils. Large, super-duty guide handles...

LINKED TIEDOWN ASSEMBLIES - T12200A The Linked Tiedown is typically used to install along the side rails of flat beds or steel platforms and used as a tie down point. It offers an excellent range of motion to align with the lash angle. The MTVR...

Step 1 Raise at least one end of the container high enough to clear the overall height of the container caster. Step 3 Place container caster under corner fitting so cone enters bottom opening.BE SURE TO STAY CLEAR OF THE CONTAINER. Step...

Proof Testing (unless otherwise specified on the Tandemloc drawings): All below the hook lifting devices are manufactured in accordance with ASME B30.20 and are proof loaded to conform to that specification and OSHA 2232 (1918.61), as followsWORK...

To avoid lifter failure, potential death and property damage, never exceed WLL (Working Load Limit) This document contains the proprietary information of Tandemloc, Inc. and your access and use shall be, and is at all times, pursuant to and...

Heavy-duty equipment is hazardous if not operated in accordance with strict safety guidelines. Accidents Do Not Just 'Happen'... We make every effort to provide clear instruction and operational parameters - PLEASE EXERCISE ALL DUE CAUTION!...

For ten consecutive years Tandemloc, Inc. has received the SHARP award from the NCDOL in recognition of our safety program, a milestone only 30 companies in NC have achieved. This award belongs to every Tandemloc employee as a direct result...

When choosing a lifting solution, you are likely to be stuck deciding between a spreader beam and a lifting beam. With Tandemloc’s AU08A Combination Lift Beam, you don’t have to pick one or the other — the versatile design allows you to use...

Steel Spreader Beam Assemblies using End Caps and cut to length pipe is a great way to get you the Spreader Beam you need at the exact length you want. Now we have Telescopic Pipe Kits so you can make quick incremental field changes to your...

Sometimes you are in a pinch and need products fast. Tandemloc offers these select products that are Rapid Ready and can be shipped within 5-7 workdays from the receipt of your order. Hit tough deadlines and get your Tandemloc custom lift beams...

Tandemloc is proud to announce receiving ISO 9001:2015 certification. This certification is the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system and is the most popular standard in the ISO 9000 series. Businesses...

Havelock, NC: TANDEMLOC, Inc., an industry leader in the design and production of specialized equipment for “below the hook” applications and long known for hardware associated with the marine transportation world, is pleased to announce that...

Tandemloc provides metal inert gas (MIG) welding utilizing both expert manual and hi-tech robotic welding services. AWS D14.1-certified welders perform all of our manual welding operations. Welding operations can be carried out on a wide range...

Sometimes you are in a pinch and need products fast. To accommodate your needs, Tandemloc is launching the Rapid-Ready® program — an industry first. With Rapid-Ready®, you’ll get immediate price quotes over the phone, and then the product is...

We are featured among international equipment manufacturers, highlighting Tandemloc's emerging role with a focus on proof-testing every lifter we manufacture. The article also touches upon the newly developed Tandemloc Rapid Ready® program,...

Tandemloc is featured on the cover of the November/December issue of Wire Rope Exchange magazine. In the bustling town of Havelock, North Carolina, the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point provides excitement for all and employment for...