Editorial

Do you have a need to lift or move drums, de-palletise or just generally move drums around a workshop or factory site in Hazardous Areas.

The St Clare Engineering range of Grab-O-MaticATEX fork attachment and pedestrian drum handlers will provide a safe and efficient solution for you.

The popular and versatileGrab-O-Matic DLR range of rim grip fork attachment drum handlers are suitable for all types of steeldrums, plastic ‘L’ ring drums and most fibre drums.

The extensivedrum handling range includes the SC10 for lifting and rotating drums to dispense the contents, scissorgrabs, base gripping units and waist grippers, the whole range can also be fitted to pedestrian stackers for use in confined spaces and places where fork trucks are banned. Bespoke units can be manufactured to suit customer specification.

We also have arangeof Drum Cages for off-shore use and fork attachment Whiskey/Wine Barrel Base Grippers for use in the drinks industry.

We have also developed a Quick Attach/Release drum handler fork attachment for use in ATEX hazardous areas. 

All Grab-O-Matic models can be Quick Attach/Release units and are securely attached to the forks and released without the need for the truck driver to dismount from his cab, saving time and increasing safety!

The drum handlers can be manufactured completely from stainless steel or part stainless steel to suit customer requirements and the spark proof area the units are operating in.

All Grab-O-Matic fork attachments are issued with Test Certificates, CE marked and manufactured entirely in the UK to ISO 9001:2015 and will be certified for use in ATEX spark proof areas.

For more information on our extensive range of drum and materials handling equipment please contact Andy Bow on 02380 643402 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This article can also be found in the Jan/Feb issue.

Do you have a need to lift or move drums, de-palletise or just generally move drums around a workshop or factory site in Hazardous Areas.

The St Clare Engineering range of Grab-O-Matic ATEX fork attachment and pedestrian drum handlers will provide a safe and efficient solution for you.

The popular and versatile Grab-O-Matic DLR range of rim grip fork attachment drum handlers are suitable for all types of steel drums, plastic ‘L’ ring drums and most fibre drums.

The extensive drum handling range includes the SC10 for lifting and rotating drums to dispense the contents, scissor grabs, base gripping units and waist grippers, the whole range can also be fitted to pedestrian stackers for use in confined spaces and places where fork trucks are banned. Bespoke units can be manufactured to suit customer specification.

We also have a range of Drum Cages for off-shore use and fork attachment Whiskey/Wine Barrel Base Grippers for use in the drinks industry.

We have also developed a Quick Attach/Release drum handler fork attachment for use in ATEX hazardous areas.

All Grab-O-Matic models can be Quick Attach/Release units and are securely attached to the forks and released without the need for the truck driver to dismount from his cab, saving time and increasing safety!

The drum handlers can be manufactured completely from stainless steel or part stainless steel to suit customer requirements and the spark proof area the units are operating in.

All Grab-O-Matic fork attachments are issued with Test Certificates, CE marked and manufactured entirely in the UK to ISO 9001:2015 and will be certified for use in ATEX spark proof areas.

For more information on our extensive range of drum and materials handling equipment please contact Andy Bow on 02380 643402 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

CARGOTEC CORPORATION, TRADE PRESS RELEASE, 8 SEPTEMBER 2022 AT 10:00 AM EEST

Hiab, part of Cargotec, launches the new HIAB iQ.958 HiPro heavy loader crane with the new advanced operating system SPACEevo to improve productivity and safer operation. Due to its design, it delivers an excellent lift-to-weight ratio. The crane will be exhibited by Hiab at IAA, pavilion P35, in Hannover, Germany, 20 - 25 September.

The HIAB iQ.958 HiPro is a 90 tonne metre (tm) heavy range crane. It is the second model in the iQ range with the advanced technology platform introduced with the HIAB iQ.1188 HiPro.   

The HIAB iQ.958 HiPro structurally builds on the V12-Power boom shape design for the crane and the JIB. The result is an extremely light and compact crane with an under two metres side section that can be installed on smaller trucks within the 4 axle 32 tonnes GVW (gross vehicle weight) category, leaving plenty of loading capacity that can reduce the number of trips needed. The lower vehicle weight when unloaded and subsequent need for fewer trips contributes to lower fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions in the customer’s operation. 

The crane uses the new control system SPACEevo that enables precise operations even at high speeds. It also offers advanced safety and productivity features like VSL+ (Variable Stability Logic PLUS) that can maximise the lifting capacity by calculating the stability according to the position of the stabiliser legs and the actual total weight of the truck.

The DLC-S (Dynamic Load Chart) lets the operator set up the crane quicker by simulating the load capacity before opening the stabilisers, avoiding lost time in finding the correct stabiliser position for maximum lifting. This can be done from the comfort of the truck cabin, particularly handy when operating in adverse weather conditions. 

The standard XS Drive remote control can be substituted with the new optional CombiDrive 4 remote control. It enhances the crane operation with new safety features such as Confirm View to find the best field of view, three high definition and bright colour displays and a long-lasting battery with single-user operator personalisation settings.

“The HIAB iQ.958 HiPro is a technologically advanced crane for its category, offering great performance for a wide variety of lifts both in horizontal and vertical positions. The crane offers among the best in class lifting performance when using the eighth extension in combination with the JIB with six extensions (JIB 155Q). This maximises the available JIB power to provide superior load capability,” says Marcel Boxem, Director, Global Product Management, Loader Cranes Heavy & Super Heavy, Hiab. 

The new models will also be offered in non-CE versions, equipped with the control system Space X4 and the optional CombiDrive 3 remote control.

Highlights 

• 90tm range category
• SPACEevo control system.
• New, advanced V12-Power dodecagonal shaped boom and JIB profile for lightweight and compact frame size fitting within a built in space of two metres and below the 4 metres height of passage doors with all the options and JIB installed.
• An all-purpose crane that delivers the performance of its category with the weight and frame size of the range below, increasing the available payload and making it possible to install on smaller truck sizes (4 axle 32 tonnes GVW) while keeping installation and running costs the most convenient possible.
• Variable pump, for increased flow performances and reduced fuel consumption
• nDurance nano-based technology coating assures long-lasting protection of the crane and its parts from corrosion, rust or external environmental factors that would affect its appearance and residual value over time.
• HIAB iQ.958 HiPro has in-built connectivity so that owners can access Hiab’s HiConnect™.
• CE marked
• Non-CE version available

Author: Greg Smith, Labtex

In this Labtex White Paper:
•    Safety Storage Cabinets Overview
•    What must a Safety Storage Cabinet be able to do
•    A comparison of the fire resistance of cabinet constructions
•    Consequences of the standard in Europe
•    Approval documentation
•    Conclusion