Ingersoll Rand BCT-3 Beam Clamp | BC Series | 3 Ton Capacity

When lifting heavy machinery components or suspending a hoist beneath a structural beam, choosing the right attachment point is essential for a well-planned rigging operation. The Ingersoll Rand BCT-3 Beam Clamp offers a 3 metric ton (6,600 lb / 3,000 kg) rated capacity for suitable vertical lifting and in-line pulling applications. Part of the BCT Series, this manually adjustable beam clamp provides a temporary or permanent mounting point for compatible hook-mounted manual or powered hoists and load blocks. Its clamping arrangement accommodates suitable flat or tapered beam flanges without drilling, welding, or permanently modifying the supporting structure, making it useful for machinery installation, plant maintenance, fabrication, and equipment repair.

The BCT-3 accommodates beam flanges up to 12.6 inches (320 mm) wide, offering a wider maximum adjustment than the BCT-1 and BCT-2 models. Weighing about 19.8 lbs (9 kg), it features a low-headroom design that preserves available vertical lifting distance beneath the support beam. The clamp jaws are designed to apply loading inside the beam flange edges, helping reduce localized stress at the flange edges. Ingersoll Rand specifies a minimum 5:1 design factor for vertical lifting applications and identifies the series as meeting applicable ASME B30.16 and ASME B30.7 requirements. This design factor is a design-verification criterion, not permission to exceed the clamp's rated working load.

Type: Adjustable Beam Clamp | Model: BCT-3 | Brand: Ingersoll Rand | Series: BCT Series | Rated Capacity: 3 Metric Tons (6,600 lbs / 3,000 kg) | Maximum Beam Flange Width: 12.6" (320 mm) | Net Weight: 19.8 lbs (9 kg) | Beam Compatibility: Suitable Flat or Tapered Flanges | Installation: Manual, Tool-Free | Design Factor: Minimum 5:1 for Vertical Lifting | Applications: Vertical Lifting and In-Line Pulling | Applicable Standards: ASME B30.16 and ASME B30.7

Features:

• Three-metric-ton rated capacity provides an overhead attachment point for appropriately rated hoists and lifting equipment.
• Adjustable clamping arrangement accommodates suitable flat or tapered beam flanges within the manufacturer's approved dimensions.
• 12.6-inch maximum beam width provides a broader adjustment capability than the smaller BCT-1 and BCT-2 models.
• Hand-operated installation allows the clamp to be positioned and secured without drilling, welding, or separate installation tools.
• Low-headroom construction minimizes the vertical space occupied by the beam attachment, preserving more usable lifting height.
• Clamp jaws apply the load inside the beam flange edges to help reduce stress concentrations on the supporting flange.
• Suitable for appropriately engineered temporary or permanent mounting arrangements.
• Designed and verified to a minimum 5:1 design factor for the manufacturer's specified vertical lifting applications.
• Each clamp is serialized and supplied with a manufacturer test certificate and operating manual to support equipment identification and inspection records.

NOTE: Older Model BC-3 was superseded by BCT-3

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Applications:

• Industrial machinery maintenance: Supporting appropriately rated hoists during removal and installation of pumps, motors, gearboxes, and mechanical assemblies.
• Manufacturing plant maintenance: Creating a designated overhead lifting point for equipment service and component replacement.
• Mechanical installation projects: Providing a temporary beam-mounted connection for lifting suitable machinery and fabricated equipment.
• Fabrication and repair shops: Suspending compatible manual or powered hoists above work areas where an approved structural beam is available.
• Plant shutdown and refurbishment work: Establishing lifting positions for planned maintenance tasks that require repositioning heavy components.
• Industrial rigging operations: Supporting vertical lifting or approved in-line pulling arrangements within the rated limits of the clamp and complete rigging system.

FAQs:

• Q: What is the working load capacity of the Ingersoll Rand BCT-3 Beam Clamp?

  A: The BCT-3 is rated for 3 metric tons, equivalent to 3,000 kg or approximately 6,600 lbs. The supporting beam, hoist, and all associated lifting components must also be suitable for the intended load. Never exceed the lowest rated capacity in the complete lifting arrangement.

• Q: What beam flange width does the BCT-3 accommodate?

  A: Ingersoll Rand specifies a maximum beam width of 12.6 inches (320 mm). Beam compatibility also depends on flange geometry, correct clamp engagement, structural capacity, and the manufacturer's installation requirements. Do not assume a beam is suitable based on width alone.

• Q: How does the BCT-3 compare with the BCT-2?

  A: The BCT-3 has a 3 metric ton capacity, a 12.6-inch maximum beam width, and a 19.8 lb weight. The BCT-2 is rated for 2 metric tons, accommodates beam widths up to 8.7 inches, and weighs 10.1 lbs. Select the model according to the required load and the beam's verified dimensions and strength.

• Q: Can the BCT-3 be installed without drilling into the beam?

  A: Yes. The BCT Series is designed for manual, tool-free attachment to a compatible beam flange. Install the clamp following the manufacturer's operating manual, ensure the jaws are correctly engaged, and verify the completed attachment before applying a load.

• Q: Is the BCT-3 compatible with electric and manual chain hoists?

  A: The manufacturer identifies the BCT Series for use with suitable hook-mounted manual and powered hoists or load blocks. Verify the hoist connection, load capacity, loading direction, and supporting beam requirements before use.

• Q: Does the 5:1 design factor increase the allowable lifting weight?

  A: No. The minimum 5:1 design factor refers to the manufacturer's design and verification criteria. The BCT-3 remains limited to its rated working load of 3 metric tons.

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