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Transporting Dual Column Frames
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Dimensions” on page 3-2. If you move or relocate the load frame without its
packaging, refer to the dimensions for your specific model ( Chapter 2
“Requirements and Specifications”).
• The floors from the shipping dock to the final site location have sufficient support for
the weight of the load frame and forklift (or crane) combined.
• You have adequate packaging materials to protect the load frame when moving or
relocating it to another site. Contact Instron’s Service Department to determine the
appropriate packaging requirements for your model type.
Equipment
• A forklift or crane with a load rating that is double the load frame’s gross weight.
• Protective padding for the crosshead.
• 8 mm wrench for securing bolts for the table top machines.
If the shipping skid has been removed, do not lift the frame with a forklift underneath
the base. Lifting the frame in this manner will damage the underside of the frame.
Similarly, do not lift the load frame by the top plate. This plate is not designed to
support the weight of the frame, and it might break.
If the shipping skid has been removed, then lift the frame using a forklift with padded forks
inserted under the crosshead. Refer to “Crosshead Method” on page 3-7 for details.
Transporting Procedures
There are three methods for transporting the load frame to the test site:
• Frame Base method - Using a forklift to lift the upright load frame from underneath the
base with the shipping skid still attached. Refer to Figure 3-1 on page 3-6.
• Crosshead method - Using a forklift with padded forks to lift the load frame from under
the crosshead as shown in Figure 3-2 on page 3-7.
• Crane method - Using a crane to lift the upright load frame from the crosshead. If this
method is used, Instron recommends using professional riggers experienced in moving
heavy equipment.
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