32 Ton Container Spreader Beam for 40ft Containers | Mozambique

32 Ton Container Spreader Beam for 40ft Containers – Mozambique Project

Project Date: July 28, 2026
Project Location: Mozambique
Equipment: 32 Ton Container Spreader Beam
Application: 40ft Container Handling
Quantity: 1 Set
Beam Length: Approximately 2.5 m
Accessories: Lifting Chains

Project Summary

Yuantai supplied one 32 ton container spreader beam for a container handling project in Mozambique in July 2026. The spreader beam is designed for lifting 40ft containers and was supplied with lifting chains.

The project required a dedicated lifting beam with a 32 ton rated lifting capacity and an approximate beam length of 2.5 m. The equipment provides a lifting connection between the crane hook and the container, helping organize the load path during container lifting operations.

This project is a typical example of a custom container lifting spreader beam supplied according to the customer's container size, lifting capacity and crane connection requirements.

Project Data

Customer Requirement

The customer needed a 32 ton lifting solution for handling 40ft containers.

The main requirements were:

• 32 ton rated lifting capacity
• Compatibility with 40ft container handling
• Approximately 2.5 m beam length
• Lifting chains supplied with the beam
• A practical mechanical lifting arrangement
• Compatibility with the customer's existing crane lifting system

The customer did not simply require a steel beam. The complete lifting arrangement needed to consider the relationship between the crane hook, spreader beam, lifting chains and container lifting points.

Container Spreader Beam Solution

Yuantai supplied a 32 ton container spreader beam as the main lifting component.

The basic lifting arrangement is:

Crane Hook → Spreader Beam → Lifting Chains → 40ft Container

The spreader beam creates a dedicated lifting interface between the crane and the container. The lifting chains connect the beam to the container's designated lifting points.

This configuration is suitable when the customer needs a straightforward mechanical solution rather than a more complex automatic container spreader.

Why a Spreader Beam Is Used for Container Lifting

A container spreader beam helps control the geometry of the lifting arrangement.

When a container is lifted directly with chains, the chain angle and lifting-point position can affect the forces acting on the container and lifting accessories. A spreader beam provides a more controlled connection between the crane and the load.

For a 40ft container lifting application, the main considerations include:

1. Container size – confirms the required lifting-point arrangement.
2. Maximum container weight – determines the required lifting capacity.
3. Crane capacity – must cover the complete suspended load.
4. Crane hook dimensions – determine the upper connection.
5. Beam length – affects the lifting geometry.
6. Chain configuration – determines the connection between the beam and container.
7. Operating conditions – affect the final engineering and inspection requirements.

32 Ton Lifting Capacity

The spreader beam for this Mozambique project has a 32 ton rated capacity.

When selecting a container lifting beam, buyers should distinguish between the container's maximum gross weight and the rated capacity of the complete lifting system.

The crane must be capable of lifting:

Container + Spreader Beam + Lifting Chains + Other Suspended Lifting Accessories

The lifting chains and connection components must also have suitable working load limits for the actual lifting configuration.

For this reason, the spreader beam should be engineered as part of the complete lifting system rather than treated as an independent steel structure.

Beam Length: Approximately 2.5 m

The supplied beam has an approximate length of 2.5 m.

Beam length is an important design parameter because it affects:

• Lifting-point position
• Chain angle
• Connection geometry
• Overall lifting height
• Load distribution
• Clearance around the container

The required beam length should therefore be confirmed against the customer's actual container lifting arrangement before manufacturing.

Lifting Chains Included

The Mozambique project included lifting chains with the spreader beam.

Supplying the chains together with the beam allows the lifting arrangement to be considered as a complete system.

The final chain selection should take into account:

The actual chain specification should be confirmed from the approved engineering design and applicable lifting regulations.

Engineering Checks Before Manufacturing

For a custom container spreader beam, several technical details should be confirmed before fabrication.

Crane Hook

The crane hook dimensions should be checked to ensure that the upper connection can be safely and physically installed.

Container Lifting Points

The manufacturer needs to understand how the lifting chains will connect to the 40ft container.

Maximum Load

The maximum gross container weight should be confirmed together with the required safety and design conditions.

Beam Geometry

The beam length and lifting-point arrangement should be checked against the container and crane configuration.

Lifting Accessories

Chains, shackles and other connection components should be selected according to the actual working load and lifting configuration.

Why This Solution Fits the Project

The Mozambique customer required a relatively straightforward solution for 40ft container lifting.

A mechanical spreader beam offers several practical advantages:

• Simple lifting arrangement
• No hydraulic power unit required
• No electrical control system required
• Easy connection to a crane hook
• Lifting chains can be supplied as part of the system
• Suitable for dedicated container handling applications
• Can be customized according to crane and container requirements

For applications where frequent automated container handling is not required, a mechanical spreader beam can be a practical alternative to a more complex automatic container spreader.

Project Result

Yuantai completed the supply of one 32 ton container spreader beam for the Mozambique project.

The equipment was configured for 40ft container handling, with an approximate 2.5 m beam length and lifting chains included.

The project demonstrates how a container lifting beam can be customized around the actual lifting requirements rather than using a one-size-fits-all design.

What Information Should Be Provided When Ordering a Container Spreader Beam?

Customers requesting a quotation for a similar project should provide the following information:

Providing these details allows the manufacturer to confirm the beam structure, connection arrangement and lifting accessories before production.

Conclusion

This 32 ton container spreader beam project in Mozambique was developed for a specific application: 40ft container handling.

Yuantai supplied one set of container lifting spreader beam with an approximate 2.5 m beam length and lifting chains included.

The project shows an important principle in container lifting equipment selection: the spreader beam should be matched to the container, crane, lifting points and accessories as one complete system.

For similar projects, Yuantai can provide customized container spreader beams according to the required lifting capacity, container size, beam dimensions, crane hook arrangement and lifting configuration.