Pewag UK Group Highlights Practical Innovation Across Its Below-the-Hook Portfolio
- Meagan Wood
- Feb 2
- 4 min read
30 Second Takeaway
Through its Innovating Together initiative, pewag UK Group is showcasing a range of proven below-the-hook lifting and load monitoring solutions designed to address real-world lifting challenges. By combining engineered hardware with advanced monitoring technology, the group is helping end users improve safety, increase lifting capacity responsibly, and extend the service life of critical lifting equipment.
Practical Innovation for Real-World Lifting Challenges
Based in Redditch, UK, pewag UK Group is highlighting practical innovation across its specialist brands pewag UK, Modulift, Load Monitoring Systems (LMS), and Aberdeen Web (AWL) with a focus on solutions that deliver measurable safety and performance benefits in daily lifting operations.
Rather than theoretical concepts, the Innovating Together initiative emphasizes equipment and systems already proven in the field, helping end users manage complex loads, assess risk accurately, and make informed rigging decisions.
Controlled Handling of Complex and Heavy Loads
pewag levo Load Balancer
The pewag levo Load Balancer is a hydraulically powered lifting device designed to provide controlled, multi-directional movement of complex loads such as staircases, walls, modular buildings, turbine blades, and large fabricated structures.
Remote operation allows precise positioning while keeping personnel at a safe distance, significantly reducing manual handling risks. The ability to control movement in multiple directions makes the levo particularly effective for installations where accuracy and load stability are critical.
Increasing Working Load Limits Without Upsizing Equipment
pewag Load Distributor
The pewag Load Distributor enables operators to increase the Working Load Limit (WLL) of chain slings without moving to larger sling sizes. This allows heavier lifts to be performed safely using existing sling configurations.
For example, a 3-leg Grade 12 chain sling at 0–45° typically has a WLL of 10.6 tonnes. When fitted with a Load Distributor, the WLL increases to 14 tonnes a 32% increase in capacity while maintaining safe load distribution across the sling legs.
This approach improves lifting efficiency without compromising safety or requiring oversized rigging gear.
Reducing Wear and Extending Equipment Service Life
Modulift Clevis Drop Link and Delta Plate
When used with a Modulift MOD spreader beam, the Clevis Drop Link and Delta Plate help eliminate sling bunching and crowding in four-point lifts with angled slings. By improving load geometry, these components reduce localized wear on slings and shackles, extending equipment life and improving load stability.
Aberdeen Web Round Slings with Tough Outer Sleeve
Aberdeen Web (AWL) round slings can be specified with a Tough Outer Sleeve, offering significantly greater abrasion resistance than standard sling coverings. The reinforced outer layer protects the internal load-bearing fibres, making the slings better suited for harsh environments and repeated heavy lifts.
Improving Load Distribution and Visual Sling Assessment
pewag Oversized Master Link
The pewag Oversized Master Link is designed for use with 2- and 4-leg slings, featuring an upper curve that improves contact with the crane hook. The geometry provides a clear visual reference for sling leg angles during lifting.
At 0–45°, sling legs naturally sit toward the center of the ring. As angles increase toward 45–60°, the legs move toward the outer corners, giving operators immediate visual feedback that sling angles are approaching their upper working limits—supporting safer on-site decisions.
Reducing Accident Risk Through Safer Hook Design
pewag Oversized Self-Locking Hook
The Oversized Self-Locking Hook is engineered to reduce accidental opening and hook damage. Its flush-mounted, recessed trigger minimizes the risk of snagging while remaining easy to operate.
Integrated wear and deformation indicators provide a clear visual check of the hook’s condition, helping prevent the continued use of damaged or unsafe equipment.
Accurate Centre of Gravity Assessment
LMS CoG Feature in Load Cell Data Logging Software
Accurate load data is critical for safe lifting. The LMS-LOG100 Load Cell Data Logging Software includes a Centre of Gravity (CoG) feature that calculates and displays the load’s CoG in real time.
This enables riggers to optimize sling angles, balance loads more effectively, and reduce the likelihood of unexpected movement during lifting operations.
Verifying Pad Eye Integrity After Installation
LMS Digital Pad Eye Tester
The LMS Digital Pad Eye Tester is commonly used in offshore and industrial environments to verify the integrity of pad eyes after installation. By applying a controlled test load, the device confirms that the anchor point will not stretch, bend, or fail under operational loads.
This verification step improves safety, reduces risk, and increases confidence in lifting points before they are placed into service.
Leadership Perspective on Practical Innovation
Justin Whelan, Managing Director of pewag UK, commented:
“Innovating Together isn’t just about lifting solutions—it’s about helping end users make smart, safe, long-term choices. By investing in high-quality equipment, from Load Distributors that safely increase lifting capacity to LMS systems that provide real-time CoG data and verify pad eye integrity, our solutions improve safety, extend equipment life, and give teams confidence when handling complex loads.”
About pewag UK Group
pewag UK Group brings together specialist lifting and load monitoring brands including pewag UK, Modulift, Load Monitoring Systems (LMS), and Aberdeen Web (AWL). The group focuses on practical, engineered solutions for lifting, rigging, and load control across construction, infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors.
Website: https://www.pewag.com
About Modulift
Modulift designs and manufactures modular spreader beams and lifting accessories used worldwide for heavy and complex lifts. The company’s systems are known for flexibility, safety, and engineered performance.
Website: https://www.modulift.com
About Load Monitoring Systems (LMS)
Load Monitoring Systems (LMS) provides advanced load measurement and data logging solutions, supporting safer lifting operations through real-time load monitoring, CoG analysis, and verification tools.
About Aberdeen Web (AWL)
Aberdeen Web (AWL) is a manufacturer of synthetic slings and soft lifting solutions, offering products designed to improve safety, durability, and load protection in demanding lifting environments.
Website: https://www.aberdeenweb.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Innovating Together initiative?
It is a pewag UK Group initiative highlighting proven lifting and load monitoring solutions that address real-world safety and performance challenges.
How does the pewag Load Distributor improve lifting capacity?
It increases the Working Load Limit of chain slings by improving load distribution, allowing heavier lifts without upsizing sling components.
Why is Centre of Gravity monitoring important?
Knowing the load’s CoG helps riggers optimize sling angles, balance loads, and reduce unexpected movement during lifts.
How do these solutions reduce lifting-related accidents?
By combining engineered hardware, clear visual indicators, and real-time load data, operators can make safer decisions and reduce risk throughout lifting operations.
