Handling & lifting

Frequently asked questions — Handling & lifting

• What are the essential criteria for selecting handling and lifting equipment?

  The choice of equipment is based on strict technical criteria. It is imperative to assess the maximum working load, the nature of the materials handled as well as the environmental operating conditions specific to the site. The compatibility between the equipment and the site configuration, particularly the typology of contact surfaces, must also be analysed to guarantee the safe management of load flows.
• Which standards must be observed when using textile slings for lifting?

  For all lifting operations, the use of textile slings must strictly comply with the requirements of the EN 1492 standard. This compliance is essential to ensure the integrity of the equipment during handling phases. Operators must ensure that these devices are suited to the nominal load capacity required for the products being transported.
• How can safety be guaranteed with ladders and scaffolding?

  The use of ladders and scaffolding falls within a regulated framework aimed at preventing risks inherent in working at height. All this storage and access equipment must comply with the EN 131 standard. A prior assessment of the site configuration is necessary to validate the stability and suitability of the equipment to actual working conditions.
• Should you prioritise handling solutions or fastening systems for your logistics needs?

  The handling and lifting category structures the equipment needed for the overall management of load flows. It includes lifting devices, storage solutions, but also fastening systems such as hose clamps. The choice between these typologies depends on your operational objective, whether moving heavy loads, ensuring mechanical fastening or securing work areas with protective films and tarpaulins.