The modern construction landscape is dynamic and demanding, constantly pushing the boundaries of engineering projects. From towering skyscrapers to complicated infrastructure, success relies on efficient and reliable lifting solutions that can manage a wide range of challenges. This is where RUD steps in with a diverse range of innovative lifting solutions designed to tackle even the most demanding construction and infrastructure projects with precision and safety.

RUD - A Legacy of Innovation in Lifting Solutions

RUD has earned its reputation for excellence through decades of continuous innovation. Dedication to research and development has resulted in a comprehensive portfolio of lifting solutions meticulously engineered to meet the specific requirements of diverse construction projects.

Beyond the Traditional Hook

RUD's approach extends beyond the standard industry hook, offering a range of lifting devices tailored to meet the unique challenges in modern construction:

Heavy Lifting Specialists: For projects involving massive loads and demanding lifting capacities, RUD offers specialised lifting equipment like heavy-duty chain slings, shackles, eyebolts, and pre-cast lifting hoops. These components are crafted from high-strength steel, rigorously tested, and designed for maximum safety and durability under extreme conditions.

Be it our ICE Grade 120 chains, which are 30% lighter than the next nominal grade chain, or our VIP Maxi Construction Kit, which offers a WLL (Working Load Limit) of up to 126 tonnes for crane operators, choose from more than 700 tested boltable and weldable lifting points in load ranges up to 250t that meet maximum safety requirements in infrastructure projects.

Lifting/Spreader Beams: RUD offers a range of specialised products designed to handle specific challenges within the construction industry. Lifting and spreader beams are generally used where loads must be lifted and moved in a horizontal configuration and where the load is being lifted from a single lifting point. The load being lifted is spread over the length of the beam, giving an even distribution and a safer lift.

Addressing Unique Challenges in Construction Projects

RUD's diverse range of lifting solutions allows construction professionals to overcome a range of challenges faced in modern projects:

High-Rise Construction: Skyscrapers demand efficient and reliable lifting solutions. RUD's lifting solutions for construction cranes can handle the immense weight of structural elements, ensuring safe and controlled movement during the building process.

Prefabricated Construction: The increasing reliance on prefabricated components requires lifting equipment capable of handling large, pre-assembled sections with precision. RUD's spreader beams and custom lifting solutions are designed to lift and position these components, thereby streamlining the construction process.

Bridge Construction: Bridge construction involves lifting and appropriately positioning heavy structural elements. RUD offers Philipp Lifting Hoops, which are wire ropes that enclose a concrete core. Lifting hoops ensure the safe lifting and placement of bridge girders, decks, trusses, and other components.

Read how RUD Australia helped Universal Cranes with the Pacific Highway Exit 41 Upgrade here.

Wind Turbine Installation: Wind turbines' dizzying heights require sophisticated lifting equipment. RUD's specialised lifting solutions, including custom-designed lifting slings and Personal Fall Arrest products such as the PSA VRS-STARPOINT and the PSA INOX-STAR, ensure the safe and efficient installation of turbine blades, nacelles, and other key components.

Offshore Construction: Working in harsh marine environments demands robust lifting solutions. Weld-on products such as the INOX-ABA, made from duplex steel 1.4462, are corrosion resistant, provide reliable lifting capacity, and secure load handling for offshore projects.

Read how RUD Germany lifted a 25m long, 56 tonne lattice cage in Berlin here.

A Focus on Safety and Efficiency

RUD's commitment to safety is ingrained in every aspect of its operations. We adhere to the highest industry standards, ensuring all our products are rigorously tested and certified to meet strict safety regulations. We also have a full engineering team at Brisbane who are experts in lifting solutions and offer compliance certification, including the capability to test fabricated goods and lifting devices with two 200-tonne tensile and one 500-tonne compression test bed.

Beyond safety, our lifting solutions are designed to maximise efficiency in construction projects. By providing reliable and adaptable products, we empower construction companies to streamline projects, reduce downtime, and complete jobs on time and within budget.

A Partner in Construction Success

RUD's innovative lifting solutions play a critical role in shaping the modern construction landscape, allowing contractors to tackle complex projects with confidence and efficiency. We provide a comprehensive range of lifting devices and manufacture bespoke solutions at our 6000m2 facility at Larapinta. We also provide testing and compliance services, including assessment and verification of engineered products and structures, third-party review, proof and destructive testing, materials analysis, major inspections, modifications, and repairs. Thus, you can be assured of our quality and certification, which exceed industry standards.

For specified products in construction and infrastructure projects, RUD can help with STEP or CAD files that integrate our products into your designs. Visit our Technical Downloads page to search for files or technical specifications. If you want to download our brochures or catalogues, you can also head to our Download Portal.

As the construction industry continues to evolve, RUD remains committed to developing innovative solutions that drive progress, enhance safety, and contribute to the successful completion of complex construction projects worldwide.

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If you want to know how the team at RUD can help, please call 07 3809 1300 or fill out a form here.

Performance and safety are paramount when lifting or moving heavy products. In such conditions, the need for specialised material handling equipment is critical. RUD understands these challenges and offers a range of solutions designed specifically for steel handling.

In addition to the steel handling products, RUD Australia also offers additional solutions for lifting and lashing. From heavy coils to cumbersome beams, our robust and reliable products prioritise safety and efficiency at every stage of your business.

Pacman Coil Tilter: The Pacman Coil Tilter is a small footprint up-ender for tilting steel coils from a vertical to a horizontal bore position, enabling safe loading to an Uncoiler machine.

The Pacman Coil Tilter is driven mechanically and can be stopped with the load in the turning process. RUD offers a standard 6-tonne model with a slewing base, and we can customise it to suit your required tonnage.

Safety features include a start delay switch, audio-visual warning, a ‘deadman’ start switch and fork tyne slots. The Pacman Coil Tilter, with its space-saving design, provides reliable tilting and easy load control.

Click here for more details about the RUD Pacman Coil Tilter, or watch the video here.

Self-Levelling C-Hook: Handle coils easily and confidently thanks to the optimised design and ergonomic handle. We can provide custom options with multiple coil widths and protection pads to minimise product damage.

Click here for more details on the RUD Self-Levelling C-Hook.

Quad Hook: This is used to move large steel coils safely and efficiently. The Quad Hook eliminates the risks of conventional T-hooks and bore tongs as it minimises the likelihood of coil damage from unravelling. The Quad Hook provides peace of mind for safety with four pivoting arms that cradle the coils securely, minimising damage and operator risk.

Click here for more details on the RUD Quad Hook.

Spreader/Lifting Beams: RUD’s custom-engineered spreader and lifting beams optimise weight distribution for the safe and efficient lifting of heavy, awkward loads. We design the spreader/lifting beams in-house to minimise lead time and maximise cost-effectiveness. Our beam designs are verified with FEA software, certified by an external engineer, and then proof load tested after manufacture.

Click here for more details on the RUD Speader and Lifting Beams.

Hands-Free Feeder Unit (HFFU): A safe, reliable hands-free system to feed coil from the mandrel into the roll former. The HFFU eliminates the need to feed the coil, thereby preventing injuries manually. It will also increase productivity as the operator needs minimal interaction in the coil feeding process.

Click here for more details on the RUD Hands-Free Feeder Unit.

Coil Car: Move coils safely and simply with our compact yet powerful coil transporters. Coils can be loaded directly on the car with a C-Hook or other loading device, driven towards the uncoiler and height positioned to load over an expanding mandrel. We custom manufacture to suit your requirements.

Safety features include extended wings and safety rail locks for optimal stability.

Click here for more details on the RUD Coil Car.

All RUD products are rigorously tested and certified to meet the highest safety standards. RUD's commitment to safety, quality and sustainability is demonstrated by our accreditations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS/NZS, ISO 3834.2, ISO/IEC 17025 and AS 45001.

Investing in RUD's steel handling solutions means:

• Enhanced safety for your workforce.
• Increased productivity and efficiency.
• Reduced risk of coil damage and equipment failure.
• Customisable options for your specific requirements.

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Contact RUD today at 07 3809 1300 or fill out an enquiry form here to discuss how our specialised equipment can optimise your steel handling requirements and elevate your safety standards.