Reid LiftingDescription
Engineered for heavy-duty material handling and critical height-safety applications, the Reid Lifting 500kg T Davit (Shackle Head) is an ultra-portable, dual-rated lifting system. Manufactured from high-tensile structural aluminium, this versatile davit balances an extraordinary strength-to-weight ratio with single-person, tool-free setup—making it an ideal choice for utility networks, offshore rigs, plant rooms, and confined space access across the UK.
Dual Rating Advantage: Designed to deliver a 500kg Safe Working Load (SWL) for material lifting, while simultaneously certified for 250kg Personnel WLL (man-riding) and single-user Fall Arrest (EN795).
Key Features & Operational Advantages
360° Smooth Swivel Under Heavy Load
Featuring REID’s patented internal bearing mechanism, the T Davit maintains effortless 360-degree rotation even at its full 500kg working capacity. This gives technicians precise control when maneuvering unwieldy pumps, gearboxes, or equipment in restricted spaces.
Direct Dual-Shackle Attachment Head
The shackle-head variant comes pre-fitted with heavy-duty top dynamic points, allowing immediate rigging of manual chain blocks, electric wire-rope winches, or safety fall-arrest blocks without requiring secondary adaptors.
Tool-Free Modular Assembly
Constructed as an intuitive two-piece system (beam and column), the entire unit can be carried, assembled, and operational in minutes by a single engineer—significantly reducing manual handling strain and site setup time.
Built for Severe Environments & Hazardous Zones
Every davit features an anodized protective finish to resist salt spray, harsh weather, and corrosive industrial chemicals. Units meet ATEX Zone 2 standard requirements (with Zone 1 options available for explosive environments).
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Technical Data |
| Goods Safe Working Load (SWL) | Up to 500 kg (Reach-dependent; check technical sheet) |
| Personnel Working Load Limit (WLL) | Up to 250 kg (Man-riding certified) |
| Fall Arrest Capacity | 1 Person (EN795:2012 Anchor Point) |
| Structure Material | Structural Anodized Aluminium Alloy |
| Rotation Range | 360° manual rotation under full load |
| Assembly Method | 2-Piece modular design (Tool-free setup) |
| Compliance & Standards | EN795:2012, IRATA ICOP compliant |
| Hazard Area Certification | ATEX Zone 2 standard (Zone 1 optional) |
Primary Applications & Industry Uses
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Water & Wastewater Utilities: Critical for lowering and retrieving heavy submersible pumps, agitators, and dosing equipment in deep wet wells and sewer chambers.
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Confined Space Entry & Rescue: Serves as a primary certified anchor point for lowering technicians into silos, tanks, and vaults, offering dedicated lines for fall arrest and emergency retrieval.
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Offshore, Marine & Energy: Highly suited for deck crane tasks, engine room maintenance, and jet-walkway inspections where non-corrosive gear is essential.
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HVAC & Plant Room Maintenance: Ideal for maneuvering heavy compressors, chillers, and boilers in cramped subterranean or rooftop plant rooms.
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Construction & Structural Access: Provides an efficient temporary lifting point over trenching, scaffold platforms, and structural openings.
