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Counterbalance beam
Rental with an operator in Vancouver
Crane-mounted counterbalance beam for placing glass beneath balconies, soffits and canopies. The OKTOPUS GGA 1500 carries the load forward of the crane hook on powered counterweights. Rent it with a trained operator in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
1,200 kg
2,646 lb
Glass lifter WLL at up to 2.10 m overhang
1,500 kg
3,307 lb
Load hook WLL at up to 2.0 m overhang
3.35 m
132 in / 11.0 ft
Longest overhang, glass lifter arrangement
Remote
Powered counterweights
Operator-adjusted balance
Counterbalance beam for crane-lifted glass under balconies and canopies.
How it works
Placing glass beneath an overhang
A balcony or canopy can block the crane’s direct lifting line. The counterbalance beam carries the load forward of the crane hook, with counterweights behind the hook to balance it.
Offset load position
The forward arm holds the load beneath the obstruction while the crane hook stays outside it. The overhang is adjustable, and the rated load falls as the overhang grows.
Motor-driven counterweights
A powered carriage moves the counterweights along the beam. The operator adjusts them by remote as the load is picked up or set down, and the crane still provides the lift and moves the assembly.
Vacuum lifter or load hook
A vacuum lifter for glass or a load hook for other loads fits the same connecting plate. Each has its own working load limits.
Photos
Counterbalance beam and vacuum lifter on glazing jobs
Beam arm reaching beneath a roof overhang
Forward arm at a storefront opening
Tall pane held by vacuum pads at the opening
Beam above a glass delivery rack
Crane and beam seen from above
Beam lifted off the trailer
Applications
Balconies, recessed glazing and facade openings
Glass below balconies and canopies
Suitable glass panes and window units can be placed beneath a projecting slab, roof edge or entrance canopy. The beam bridges the gap between the crane hook and the installation position.
Recessed facade openings
The lifting attachment reaches into an opening set back from the building face. Headroom, pane size and the space behind the crane hook all affect the arrangement.
Panels and other construction elements
The load hook handles suitable elements with proper lifting points and rigging. Glass goes on a compatible vacuum lifter instead, and each attachment has its own capacity and setup.
Technical data
OKTOPUS GGA 1500 working load limits and specifications
| 1.35 m / 53.1 in | 1,200 kg / 2,646 lb |
|---|---|
| 1.60 m / 63.0 in | 1,200 kg / 2,646 lb |
| 1.85 m / 72.8 in | 1,200 kg / 2,646 lb |
| 2.10 m / 82.7 in | 1,200 kg / 2,646 lb |
| 2.35 m / 92.5 in | 1,000 kg / 2,205 lb |
| 2.60 m / 102.4 in | 850 kg / 1,874 lb |
| 2.85 m / 112.2 in | 750 kg / 1,653 lb |
| 3.10 m / 122.0 in | 670 kg / 1,477 lb |
| 3.35 m / 131.9 in | 600 kg / 1,323 lb |
| Up to 2.00 m / 78.7 in | 1,500 kg / 3,307 lb |
|---|---|
| 2.25 m / 88.6 in | 1,300 kg / 2,866 lb |
| 2.50 m / 98.4 in | 1,150 kg / 2,535 lb |
| 2.75 m / 108.3 in | 1,000 kg / 2,205 lb |
| 3.00 m / 118.1 in | 900 kg / 1,984 lb |
Each table applies to its own attachment. The beam’s type plate and the approved chart for the rental unit set the limit, and we confirm the rating for your overhang with the quote.
| Balancing | Motor-driven travelling counterweights, adjusted by the operator |
|---|---|
| Power supply | 24 V DC battery |
| Controls | Remote control; cable or radio, confirmed with the rental |
| Attachments | Compatible vacuum lifter for glass, or a load hook with suitable lifting points and rigging |
Specification sheet with drawings
The drawings show the beam in working and transport positions, with the load limits for both attachments.
Plan the lift
Headroom, rear clearance and crane capacity
Headroom and rear clearance
The forward arm needs clearance beneath the obstruction. Behind the crane hook, the beam and its travelling counterweights need room to move, and nearby balconies, scaffolding and the building face can limit both ends.
Crane capacity and radius
The crane carries the beam, its counterweights, the lifter and the rigging as well as the panel. Working radius and total suspended weight set the lifting arrangement, and pickup and landing positions are reviewed with the crane setup.
Vancouver and across Canada
Rent a counterbalance beam with an operator
Daily, weekly or monthly
Rent the beam by the day, week or month, with a trained operator in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
What the quote covers
The quote lists the beam, the operator and the attachment, which is a vacuum lifter for glass or a load hook for other loads. Crane supply is confirmed separately.
Vancouver and the Lower Mainland
We serve Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, Langley, Delta, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, New Westminster and Abbotsford. Delivery and pickup are arranged with the rental.
British Columbia and Canada
Projects elsewhere in British Columbia and in other provinces can be arranged. The project location, installation sequence and rental period help us plan transport and operator logistics.
Before you book
Questions about the beam rental
Can you install glass under a balcony?
Yes, when the crane hook cannot sit directly above the pane. The beam carries the glass forward of the hook, and the setback, headroom, glass weight and crane position decide the arrangement.
How much can the beam lift?
It depends on the overhang and the attachment. The tables above give the limit at each overhang for the glass lifter and for the load hook, and the quote confirms the rating for your setup.
Is the GGA 1500 a crane?
No. It is a crane-mounted attachment. The crane supplies the lifting and positioning, and the beam provides the offset load position and the powered counterweight adjustment.
Does the rental include a glass vacuum lifter?
A compatible vacuum lifter can be rented with the beam, and the quote lists it along with the operator. The glass load limits above are for the OKTOPUS GL-M 1200 G.
Can any vacuum lifter be attached?
No. The lifter needs the correct mechanical connection and compatible release controls for the beam. Pick & Place specifies the combination for the job.
Can it lift panels or other materials?
Suitable construction elements go on the load hook, with proper lifting points and rigging. Vacuum lifting also depends on the material and its contact surface.
Is an operator included?
Yes. A trained operator comes with the rental, and the quote confirms the equipment and service for your site.
Book the beam
Request a counterbalance beam quote
Send the glass or panel details and a drawing or photo of the opening. Our team will review the rental and the equipment your site needs.
Pick & Place Lifting Equipment
120-3333 Bridgeway Street
Vancouver, BC V5K 0C7
What to send for your quote
01
Load and attachment
Material, weight, dimensions, lifting points or vacuum contact surface, and the number of units. Metric or imperial is fine.
02
Opening and crane
Overhang depth, setback, headroom, installation height, rear clearance and the crane details, if arranged.
03
Site and dates
Site address, pickup and landing positions, required dates, rental duration and any delivery restrictions.