MP-13 Multi-Point Lifting Beam
13 Tonne Modular Multi-Point (Multi-Lug) Lifting System
The MP-13 is the most compact multi-point lifting beam in the Multisec range, designed for controlled lifting where multiple pick points and flexible configurations are required.
Ideal for workshop lifting, fabrication environments, and smaller structural lifts, it provides precise load distribution while maintaining full 13 tonne capacity across shorter spans.
Key Specifications
Maximum Working Load Limit (WLL):
13 TonnesBeam Sections Available:
3m and 6mMaximum Combined Span:
Up to 12m (3m + 6m + 3m)Configurations:
Centre Point Lift
Spreader Beam Configuration
Semi-Spreader Configuration
Capacity varies depending on span and configuration. See load charts below.
Designed and Manufactured in the UK
Multi-Lug Load Control
Multiple lifting lugs allow loads to be supported across several pick points, improving stability and reducing stress on the load.
Flexible Lifting Configurations
Can be configured as a centre point, spreader, or semi-spreader beam to suit different lifting scenarios.
Modular Beam Design
Built using 3m and 6m sections, enabling flexible span configurations while maintaining strength and performance.
How Multi-Point Lifting Works
Unlike traditional lifting beams that rely on a single connection point, the MP-13 uses multiple lifting lugs along the beam to distribute load more evenly.
This allows loads to be supported at several pick points, reducing bending forces, improving stability, and giving greater control when lifting long, flexible, or uneven components.
The result is a safer and more controlled lift, particularly in environments where precision and stability are critical.
MP-13 Lifting Configurations
The MP-13 can be configured in three primary ways depending on the lifting requirement:
Centre Point Lift Configuration
In centre point configuration, the MP-13 is used as a single beam (3m or 6m) with a central top lifting point. This is the most compact setup and is ideal where headroom is limited.
This configuration is ideal for:
Compact vertical lifts
Restricted headroom environments
Workshop or fabrication lifts
Symmetrical load handling
Multiple lower lifting lugs allow for even load distribution across the beam.
The MP-13 maintains its 13 tonne WLL in centre point configuration within approved span parameters.
Spreader Beam Configuration
In spreader configuration, angled top slings connect to designated top lifting points to match the required bottom span.
Available span arrangements include:
3m
6m
3m + 6m (up to 9m span)
3m + 6m + 3m (up to 12m span)
This configuration is suited to:
Two-point structural lifts
Modular assemblies
Skid frames
Fabricated steel components
The spreader configuration improves load stability and reduces bending stress compared to simple lifting beam arrangements.
For spreader and semi-spreader configurations, header sling angles must not exceed 30° STV.
Semi-Spreader Configuration
The semi-spreader configuration provides enhanced flexibility where lifting geometry or space constraints prevent a traditional spreader arrangement.
In this setup:
Angled top slings connect to offset lifting points
Loads can be lifted from opposing ends or multiple positions
Headroom can be optimised in restricted environments
This makes the MP-13 particularly effective for asymmetrical loads or complex rigging arrangements.
Capacity & Configuration Overview
The MP-13 is optimised for shorter-span lifting, maintaining full working load capacity in compact configurations while offering extended reach through modular combinations.
As the beam length increases, working load limits reduce in line with span and configuration.
Single Beam (3m / 6m): up to 13 tonnes
Two Beam (3m + 6m / 9m span): up to 13 tonnes, reducing to 7 tonnes
Three Beam (3m + 6m + 3m / 12m span): up to 13 tonnes, reducing to 3 tonnes
This makes the MP-13 well suited to applications where full capacity is required over shorter spans, while still allowing longer configurations where reach is prioritised over maximum load.
Span & Load Capability
The tables below show the MP-13 working load limits (WLL) based on span and configuration. Use these charts to determine the allowable load for your specific lifting arrangement. For Spreader & Semi-Spreader configurations, header slings must not exceed 30° STV
| Bottom span (m) | 0.5 | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLL (tonnes) | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Bottom span (m) | 0.5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 1 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
| 5 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 6 |
| 6 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 7 |
| 7 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 8 |
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 |
| 9 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 9 |
| 10 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 11 |
| 11 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 12 |
| 12 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
Need a specific rigging arrangement checked? Contact our technical department for configuration support and documentation.
Typical Applications
The MP-13 Multi-Point Lifting Beam is commonly used for:
- Structural steel handling and fabrication
- Modular construction and installation
- Lifting long or flexible components
- General engineering and manufacturing
- Offshore and energy sector lifting
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If your project requires a compact multi-point lifting beam with configurable spans up to 12 metres, the MP-13 provides a precise and controlled lifting solution.
Speak to our team to confirm configuration, capacity, and suitability for your lift.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A lifting beam designed with multiple lifting points to distribute load evenly and improve stability during complex lifts.
When lifting loads that require multiple support points, such as long, flexible, or uneven structures.
Yes. The MP-13 can be configured as a spreader or semi-spreader depending on rigging setup.
Multiple lifting lugs are available along the beam, allowing three or more lifting points depending on configuration.