RSS Adds 20t pewag levo Load Balancer to Hire Fleet
- Meagan Wood
- Feb 18
- 3 min read
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Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd. (RSS) has expanded its hire fleet with a 20-tonne capacity pewag levo load balancer, designed for remote-controlled tilting and rotation during lifting operations. The system allows loads to be positioned precisely in the air, reducing manual handling and improving safety for applications such as steel installation, infrastructure work, and renewable energy projects.
RSS Expands Hire Fleet with pewag levo Load Balancer
UK lifting equipment provider Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd. (RSS) has introduced a 20-tonne capacity pewag levo load balancer to its equipment hire fleet.
The unit is rigged below the hook of a crane and allows operators to control load positioning remotely. This makes it suitable for lifting operations where components must be installed horizontally or at a controlled angle.
The load balancer is currently stocked at the company’s Rotherham depot, but it is available for hire across the UK nationwide.
Remote-Controlled Tilting Improves Load Handling
The pewag levo load balancer enables remote-controlled tilting and rotation, allowing loads to be adjusted while suspended in the air.
This reduces the need for workers to manually reposition loads using traditional methods
such as:
Chain hoists
Adjustable slings
These conventional approaches often require personnel to remain in close contact with the load during lifting operations. By contrast, the levo system allows operators to control load orientation from a safe distance, improving both safety and efficiency. The load balancer itself weighs approximately 450 kg and requires a shackle and drop chain to connect it to a crane hook.
Hydraulic System Enables Precise Load Control
According to Stephen Littler, Regional Manager at RSS, the hydraulic design of the load balancer allows for precise control during lifting operations.
“The levo load balancer delivers smooth, pinpoint load control, outperforming electric equivalents,” he said.
The system includes a free-wheel function that allows the suspended load to automatically find its natural balance point. Once the load is level, operators can apply the brake and adjust the chains using a hydraulically driven sprocket, enabling fine positioning.
Additional slings can be connected to the self-locking hooks at the end of the chains to extend the leg length or adapt the configuration for specific lifts.
Designed for Construction and Industrial Applications
The pewag levo load balancer is widely used in the construction industry, where it helps position structural elements such as steel beams or concrete components.
Typical applications include:
Structural steel installation
Infrastructure projects
Machinery installation and removal
Crane rental operations
Glass and façade installation
The system allows components to be tilted and positioned while suspended, reducing the risk of damage that can occur when materials are repositioned on the ground.
Applications in Renewable Energy Projects
The load balancer also supports installation work in the renewable energy sector.
For example, it can be used to:
Precisely position solar panel subframes during solar park construction
Adjust wind turbine blades and components during installation
The radio control system allows operators to set loads at a slight angle or perfectly horizontal position to simplify installation.
An integrated floodlight provides illumination for safe operation during nighttime or low-light conditions.
RSS Expanding Specialist Lifting Solutions
Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd. (RSS) provides lifting equipment, inspection services and training across a wide range of industries.
The company supplies rigging equipment including:
Blocks
Shackles
Hooks
Slings
Safety harnesses
All equipment supplied by RSS is covered by periodic examinations under the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER).
In addition, the company provides Live365 digitalisation and compliance technology to help customers manage equipment inspection and certification requirements.
The pewag levo load balancer is supplied in a wooden carry case and is expected to see demand across a wide range of lifting and installation projects.
About Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd.
Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd. (RSS) is a UK-based supplier of lifting and rigging equipment, inspection services and training solutions supporting major infrastructure projects and industrial clients.
Website: https://www.rss-group.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pewag levo load balancer?
The pewag levo load balancer is a below-the-hook lifting device that allows remote-controlled tilting and rotation of loads during crane operations.
What capacity does the RSS load balancer have?
The load balancer added to the RSS fleet has a 20-tonne lifting capacity.
Where is the equipment located?
The unit is stocked at RSS’s Rotherham depot but is available for nationwide hire across the UK.
What industries use load balancers?
Load balancers are commonly used in construction, infrastructure, machinery installation, crane rental and renewable energy projects.
What are the benefits of the levo load balancer?
The system improves load positioning accuracy, reduces manual handling, and enhances safety by allowing remote-controlled adjustments during lifting operations.
