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                                        Caldwell Model 77 Bale Lifting Tongs

                                        SKU# 37-32 HALF TON
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                                        Product Description

                                        The Model 77 Bale Lifting Tongs are heavy-duty pressure tongs designed for safely lifting and transporting bales and other dense materials. 

                                        Utilizing lateral gripping force, these tongs securely grasp loads with sufficient structural integrity, making them ideal for warehouses, recycling facilities, manufacturing plants, and material handling operations.

                                        Designed for efficiency and operator safety, the Model 77 features a wide gripping surface that provides enhanced load stability during lifting. An integrated auto-latch mechanism allows for convenient one-person operation, improving productivity while reducing handling time. Manufactured to comply with ASME standards, these lifting tongs deliver dependable performance in demanding industrial environments.

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                                        Features

                                        • Heavy-duty pressure tong design for secure material handling

                                        • Lifts bales of paper, cotton, and other dense materials

                                        • Wide gripping surface improves load stability

                                        • Auto-latch mechanism enables one-person operation

                                        • Applies lateral gripping force for secure lifting

                                        • Durable construction for industrial applications

                                        • Complies with ASME safety standards

                                        • Designed for safe and efficient material handling

                                        Applications / Recommended Use

                                        • Paper bale handling

                                        • Cotton bale lifting

                                        • Recycling facilities

                                        • Warehouses

                                        • Manufacturing plants

                                        • Distribution centers

                                        • Industrial material handling

                                        • Loading and unloading operations

                                        Product Specifications

                                        Specification Details
                                        Model 77
                                        Product Type Bale Lifting Tongs
                                        Capacity 0.5 Ton
                                        Bail Width 48 in.
                                        Headroom When Loaded 56 in.
                                        Pad Height 9 in.
                                        Pad Width 18 in.
                                        Weight 300 lbs.
                                        Lifting Method Pressure Tongs (Lateral Gripping Force)
                                        Materials Handled Paper, Cotton, and Similar Dense Materials
                                        Operation Auto-Latch, One-Person Operation
                                        Compliance ASME Standards

                                        Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

                                        Q: What is the lifting capacity of the Model 77 Bale Lifting Tongs?
                                        A: The Model 77 has a lifting capacity of 0.5 tons.

                                        Q: What materials are these lifting tongs designed to handle?
                                        A: They are designed to lift paper bales, cotton bales, and other dense materials that can withstand lateral gripping pressure.

                                        Q: What is the bail width of the Model 77?
                                        A: The bale width capacity is 48 inches.

                                        Q: Does the Model 77 support one-person operation?
                                        A: Yes. The built-in auto-latch mechanism allows a single operator to safely engage and lift loads.

                                        Q: Do these bale lifting tongs meet industry safety standards?
                                        A: Yes. The Model 77 Bale Lifting Tongs are manufactured to comply with ASME standards for reliable industrial lifting performance.

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