{"product_id":"model-222-vacuum-lifting-beam","title":"Model 222 Vacuum Lifting Beam","description":"\u003ch2\u003eModel 222 Vacuum Lifting Beam — Custom-Engineered Sheet and Plate Handling for Primary Metal Industries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Model 222 Vacuum Lifting Beam is a custom-designed material handling solution built for lifting large sheets and plates of metal in primary metal industry operations and related industrial environments. Engineered to your specific material weight and size requirements, this lifting beam accommodates both ferrous and non-ferrous materials and can handle loads at temperatures up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit. Units are operated via pendant, crane-mounted controls, or radio controls, and every beam is custom designed per application to meet the demands of your specific operation. This product is available through direct order and requires a consultation to configure correctly for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerrous and non-ferrous material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Material Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 600 degrees Fahrenheit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC power (DC power optional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePendant, crane-mounted controls, or radio controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrossarm Mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrolley mounted for ease of adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustomization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom designed per application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety indicator lights included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVacuum Reserve System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHolds load during temporary power failure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eService Class Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 3 (500,001–2,000,000 load cycles); Class 4 (over 2,000,000 load cycles)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCMAA Crane Duty Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA, B, C, D, E, or F (specified per application)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike standard off-the-shelf lifting devices, the Model 222 is engineered specifically around your material dimensions, weight, and operating conditions — including hot material handling capability that most vacuum lifters cannot accommodate. The trolley-mounted crossarm design and adjustable vacuum pads allow a single unit to handle a wide range of sheet and plate sizes, reducing the need for multiple dedicated tools on the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTrolley-Mounted Adjustable Crossarms\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrossarms are trolley mounted, allowing operators to reposition them quickly and easily to accommodate varying material sizes. Vacuum pads and crossarms are both adjustable, giving a single lifting beam the flexibility to handle a wide range of sheet and plate dimensions without reconfiguration downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHot Material Handling Up to 600°F\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Model 222 is rated to handle material at temperatures up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit, making it suitable for use directly in mill and heat-processing environments. This capability eliminates the need to wait for material to cool before moving it, improving throughput in high-temperature operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVacuum Reserve System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA built-in vacuum reserve system maintains hold on the load during a temporary power failure, providing a critical safety buffer in the event of an unexpected interruption. This feature is essential in mill-duty environments where a dropped load could result in serious injury or significant material damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSingle Sheet\/Plate Handling Assurance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system is designed to assure single sheet or plate handling, preventing the accidental pickup of multiple sheets simultaneously. This reduces the risk of product damage and improves accuracy in material staging and processing operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety Indicator Lights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated safety indicator lights provide operators with a clear visual confirmation of vacuum status during lifts. This real-time feedback helps prevent premature release and supports safe operation in busy, high-noise industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Attachment and Release Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of the Model 222 assures quick attachment and release, minimizing cycle times between lifts. Faster attachment and release directly translates to higher throughput in sheet and plate handling workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePrimary Metal Industry Sheet and Plate Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Model 222 is purpose-built for moving large metal sheets and plates in steel mills, aluminum processing facilities, and other primary metal production environments, including handling of hot material directly off processing lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHot Material Transfer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a rated maximum material temperature of 600°F, the beam is suited for transferring freshly processed or heat-treated plates without requiring a cool-down period before lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWide-Range Sheet Size Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable vacuum pads and trolley-mounted crossarms allow the unit to handle a broad range of sheet and plate sizes within a single operation, making it effective in facilities that process multiple product dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCrane-Integrated Material Positioning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith crane-mounted control options and optional powered rotation for horizontal location, the Model 222 integrates directly into overhead crane systems for precise material positioning on the shop floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerrous metals (steel, iron-based alloys)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, and other non-magnetic metals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot material up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, oily, banded, or loose sheet\/plate stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalletized and non-palletized loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowered Rotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotorized rotation for horizontal load positioning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable LED Lights and Gauges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhanced visibility indicators for vacuum status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-In Support Stands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated stands for stable resting of the lifter when not in use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-Vacuum Indicator Warning System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive warning system alerts operators to insufficient vacuum levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlternative to standard AC power for specific crane or facility configurations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadio Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless operation option in addition to pendant and crane-mounted controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/8396\/6382\/files\/Caldwell20Master20Catalog20Page20105.pdf?v=1790883831\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload Catalog\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/8396\/6382\/files\/Mill-Duty-Sheet_Plate-Handling-Application-Evaluation.pdf?v=1790883831\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload Eval Application Form\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Model 222 available as a standard off-the-shelf product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The Model 222 is custom designed per application based on your specific material weight, size, temperature, and operational requirements. Contact DTS at 800.628.4263 to begin the configuration process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the Model 222 handle non-magnetic materials like aluminum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The vacuum-based lifting system handles both ferrous and non-ferrous materials, making it suitable for aluminum, copper, and other non-magnetic metals that cannot be handled by magnetic lifters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What happens if power is lost during a lift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Model 222 includes a vacuum reserve system specifically designed to hold the load during a temporary power failure, providing a safety buffer until power is restored or the load can be safely set down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What control configurations are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The unit can be operated via pendant controls, crane-mounted controls, or radio controls. The appropriate configuration is specified at the time of order based on your crane setup and operational preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What service class ratings are available for the Model 222?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Model 222 is available in Service Class 3 (500,001 to 2,000,000 load cycles) and Service Class 4 (over 2,000,000 load cycles), selectable based on your required fatigue life. CMAA Crane Duty Classes A through F are also specifiable per application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caldwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67608720670894,"sku":"Model 222","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/8396\/6382\/files\/Model_222_Silo_1-1280x1280-1280x1280.webp?v=1790883835","url":"https:\/\/www.diamondtoolstore.com\/products\/model-222-vacuum-lifting-beam","provider":"Diamond Tool Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}