Reid LiftingDescription
Need a heavy-duty portable lifting setup that deploys in under a minute? The REID Porta Gantry Rapide 400kg combines serious strength with single-operator assembly. Built from high-grade marine aluminium, this lightweight frame delivers a 400kg Safe Working Load (SWL) for materials while maintaining full compliance for personnel access and rescue operations across demanding UK job sites.
Key Benefits
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60-Second Tool-Free Setup: Rapidly fold out and lock in place with one person—ideal for emergency response and tight maintenance schedules.
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Dual-Rated (Goods & Personnel): Lifts up to 400kg of equipment or supports personnel (up to 200kg) and fall arrest systems for up to 3 users.
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Marine-Grade Durability: Built using corrosion-resistant anodised aluminium for outdoor, off-shore, and wet utility environments.
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ATEX Zone 2 Approved: Certified safe for hazardous environments (Zone 1 custom upgrades available).
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Compact Mobility: Features integrated folding transport wheels and heavy-duty carry straps to navigate tight access paths easily.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Goods Capacity (SWL) | 400 kg |
| Personnel Capacity | Up to 200 kg |
| Fall Arrest Rating | Certified for up to 3 users (EN795:2012) |
| Assembly Time | ~60 seconds (1 person, no tools required) |
| Material | Anodised marine-grade aluminium |
| ATEX Rating | Zone 2 compliant standard (Zone 1 optional) |
| Beam Lengths | Multiple options available (e.g., 2.0m, 2.3m, 3.0m) |
| Footing Options | Articulated feet for uneven ground or castor wheels for smooth movement |
Practical Applications
This gantry system is widely used across UK infrastructure and industrial maintenance projects:
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Utilities & Water Authorities: Large manhole access, pump removal, and sewer maintenance.
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Confined Space Entry & Retrieval: Fully compatible with winches, fall arrest blocks, and rescue harnesses.
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Industrial Plant Maintenance: Creating temporary overhead lifting points in tight machinery spaces.
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Civil Engineering & Marine: Resisting saltwater and harsh weather on coastal and offshore rigs.
Compatible Accessories & Upgrades
Maximise your gantry configuration with compatible add-ons available at Winches UK:
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Manual & Electric Winches for controlled goods hoisting.
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Personnel Rescue Winches & Fall Arrest Blocks.
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Beam Trolleys (Locked, Geared, or Quick-Release).
