Working With You Right From The Start

Right from the outset, youll come to appreciate our singular focus on you and your business.
Reid can provide the technical expertise and advice on all facets of Precast element lifting and
bracing as well as concrete connection and reinforcement. Our engineers can work with you from
the start - all you do is supply your structural or shop drawings:
Certified Lifting and Bracing Drawings that comply with all appropriate standards
On-site assistance anywhere in Australia
Over the phone technical support
SAFE LIFTING
Leading The Industry In Product Innovation & Safety
Our knowledge of the industry has enabled us to evolve into a company that is a leader in product
innovation and service with a singular focus on Tilt-up and Precast safety and efficiency. Many of our
products are developed and produced in our Australian manufacturing plants. Raw material quality, x-ray
testing, surface hardness testing, and proof load testing are just some of the stringent safeguards we
undertake to ensure products that carry the Reid brand are the very best on the market.
Its this focus that lifts the responsibility off your shoulders Reid, partnering you and your business.

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R E I N F O R C I N G P R E C A S T T I L T - U P R E I N F O R C I N G P R E C A S T T I L T - U P

INTRODUCTION
Introduction
The team at Reid prides itself on being much
more than a supplier of components for the precast
and tilt-up industries. We work in partnership with
our customers in all facets of planning and
preparation, design, manufacture, installation,
rigging, lifting and bracingall critical stages in the
safe, efficient and fast construction of precast and
tilt-up structures.
This guide to site safety is just one example of our
commitment to the industry. Keep it with you at all
times while on site and if you have any questions,
we are just a phone call away.
SAFE SITE RULES
1. Even before you begin the job, make sure you
plan it out in as much detail as possible. Crane
locations , sequence of panel lifting, placing and
fixing, positions of overhead wiresanything that
could affect the safety of your crew as the job
progresses.
2. Work together with the supervising engineer and
the builder. Keep the communication lines open at
all times, and if you have a concern, discuss it
with them before you proceed.
ATTENTION: WEAR FOOT PROTECTION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NO WELDING WEAR EYE PROTECTION
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CONTENTS
3. Use this SAFE LIFTING booklet as your guide to SECTION PAGE
the correct INSTALLATION, RIGGING, LIFTING and
BRACING methods of concrete panels. 1. Planning and Preparation 4
4. Ensure that your workmates are also aware of the 2. Identification 6
importance of safe site procedures.
3. Anchor Installation 12
5. KEEP THIS BOOKLET WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES
WHILE ON SITE. 4. Stripping and Rigging 20
6. For those few occasions when you need more
5. Lifting 30
information about safe lifting and bracing
practices, you can contact our specialist
engineers on 1300 780 250.
7. Always use the right tools as well as the lifting
and bracing components that are specified. SAFETY STANDARDS
The recommendations contained in this guide are consistent with the following publications:
SYMBOLS THAT SAVE Standards Australia
As you go through this guide, youll notice several AS3850-2003 Tilt-up Concrete Construction
symbols that are vital in ensuring the safety of you
and your crew. Take a look below, and every time Australian Safety and Compensation Council
any one of these symbols appears in the following National Code of Practice for Precast, Tilt-up and Concrete elements in Building Construction
pages, make sure you STOP READ National Precast Concrete Association of Australia
UNDERSTAND and ONLY THEN, continue. Precast Concrete Handbook
WorkSafe Victoria
Industry Standard, Precast and Tilt-up Concrete for Building
Construction and Erection of Bridge Beams
WorkSafe WA
Code of Practice: Tilt-up and Precast Concrete Construction
WEAR HEAD PROTECTION
WEAR HEARING PROTECTION
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PLANNING AND PREPARATION

1.1 BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING 6. Prior to lift, identify that lifting points, clutches etc. 1.2 SAFETY MAKES SENSE 1.3 COMMITTED TO SAFETY
are as specified in the Certified Lifting and
1. Ensure you have all the appropriate engineering Every year hundreds of people are injured at work, in Reid is committed to assisting you to have as safe
Bracing Drawings.
drawings on-site: factories and on construction sites. The risk of a workplace as possible. It all starts with our design
7. Check the Proof Load Test Tag on clutches. injuries occurring can be significantly reduced if you engineers providing Certified Lifting and Bracing
Certified Lifting and Bracing Drawings
which detail: 8. Check for any wear and tear on lifting take the time to follow the steps outlined in this drawings. The components we supply are all
components before you start each lift. booklet. rigorously tested to ensure they conform to the
- all load conditions
9. Check that lifting inserts and clutches are appropriate standards and have specified safety
- loads to be applied to element during Reid lifting clutches are designed with a margins built in.
compatible (design and brand). factor of safety 5 times the rated WLL.
lifting and bracing
*10. ALWAYS maintain a CLEAR ZONE around lift When you use Reid lifting and bracing component
- lifting point design systems, you are getting much more than
area, (in accordance with Codes of Practice).
- rigging design construction products; we work with you right from
- bracing design the design stage through every facet of installation,
rigging, lifting and bracing.
2. Familiarise yourself with relevant Codes of
Practice, (refer to page 3 of this Guide). It is our aim that you will find Reid Concrete
Lifting Systems:
*3. ONLY USE fully qualified crane companies/
operators and riggers. Faster Safer Easier Smarter
4. Carry out lifting/bracing in accordance with
Certified Lifting and Bracing Drawings.
5. Any queries should be referred to a suitably
qualified engineer.

Incorrect use of Foot Anchor instead of Eye Anchor

A complex series of errors site preparation, incorrect bracing

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IDENTIFICATION
2.1 ANCHORS AND LIFTING CLUTCHES 2. Edge Lift 2.3 TYPES OF LIFTING ANCHORS 2.3.2 EdgeLift Anchors
Anchors or lifting inserts are cast-in fixings that The initial direction of lift is transverse, or Anchors can be classified as either Facelift, Edgelift EdgeLift anchors are cast into the edge of the
allow the connection of the lifting rig to the precast perpendicular, to the anchor axis which puts the or General Lifting. element with a void former used to form the void
or tilt-up concrete element to be lifted. These anchor into shear to begin with and then move into into which the clutch is placed to engage the anchor.
tension as the lift is completed. 2.3.1 FaceLift Anchors The different types of EdgeLift Anchors are as
precast elements include:
3. Rotational Edge Lift These anchors are cast into the face or top of the follows;
Factory precast manholes, pipes, beams, columns,
element with a void former used to form the void
wall panels, stairs, arches, etc. The initial lift is shared by some of the anchors. This a) SwiftLift JAWS:
into which the clutch is placed to engage the anchor. Load range 5t, 7t & 10t WLL (Max)
Site cast tilt-up, wall panels, bridge beams, etc. load puts the anchors into in-plane shear at the
They are supplied as an assembly consisting of a
start, which becomes tension as the load is rotated These anchors are a plate
The various systems have been designed to allow Void Former, Anchor and Chair. There are various
for placement. style anchor. All three
safe, efficient lifting from various directions without types of FaceLifters as follows:
Whereas other anchors that start in tension are types require a Shear Bar
damaging concrete surfaces. for shear lifts. The
subject to shear towards the end of the lift. a) Ramset FaceLifter
The safe lifting and installation of any of these JAWS ULTRA uses
elements requires: The Ramset FaceLifter an additional reinforcing
uses a plate anchor in its bar in accordance with
The correct anchor to be specified and cast in assembly. ULTRA HEAVY STANDARD
the Technical Data Sheet. 10t WLL 7t WLL 5t WLL
The correct number of anchors to be used 2. Edge Lift (Max) (Max) (Max)
The correct positioning of the anchors and b) Two Hole Anchor System:
additional reinforcement (if specified) Load range 5t & 10t WLL (Max)
The correct rigging of the lifting slings b) SwiftLift FaceLifter 5t & 10t WLL (Max) These anchors are a
The correct minimum concrete strength at time of lift The SwiftLift FaceLifter plate style anchor and must be used with an
uses a SwiftLift Foot additional reinforcing bar to achieve full
Correct clutch engagement Anchor in its assembly. capacity in tension. It also requires a Shear
5t & 10t WLL
(Max)
3. Rotational Edge Lift bar id used for Shear Lifts.
2.2 TYPES OF LIFTS
There are three types of lifts, (different types of 3a c) SwiftLift EdgeMaster:
anchors may be used for each lift type). Load range 2.5t WLL (Max)
3b c) EconoTilt FaceLifter 2.5t WLL (Max) This anchor uses a plastic
NOTE: Refer section 4 for more detailed information.
Void Former, SwiftLift Foot Anchor and an
1. Face (or Top) Lift The EconoTilt FaceLifter
EdgeLift Bracket in its assembly. It is sold 2.5t WLL
uses a SwiftLift Foot (Max)
The initial direction of lift is in line with the anchor re-assembled as shown in the picture.
Anchor in its assembly.
axis. The lift puts the anchor mainly in tension,

1. Face or Top Lift

3c

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IDENTIFICATION
2.3.3 EdgeLift anchors have two lifting
configurations, one for shear and one for
tension.
Shear Lift
A shear bar
MUST be used
with ALL plate style anchors for shear lifts.
The leg of the shear bar stops the anchor pulling out
when tilting the panel. Correct installation of the shear
bar is critical refer Reid Technical Data Sheet.
Tension Lift
Reid EdgeLift Anchors
with a second hole require an
additional reinforcing bar. This
bar will increase the lifting
capacity of the anchor in weak
concrete or thin elements. The
additional reinforcing bar must
be used as specified to
achieve full capacity.
2.3.4 General Lifting Anchors
These anchors are cast into the precast element
with a void former used to form the void into which
the clutch is placed to engage the anchor. They are
used for a variety of precast elements including pit
lids, water tanks, wing walls, box culverts, pipes as
well as bridge beams. The type of anchor used
depends on the geometry and mass of the precast
element, refer to the lifting procedure. The different
types of General Lifting Anchors are as follows;
a) SwiftLift Foot Anchor:
Load range: 1.3t-32t WLL (Max)
b) SwiftLift Combination Anchor:
Load range: 1.3t-5t WLL (Max)
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c) SwiftLift Eye Anchor:
Load range: 10t-32t WLL (Max)
d) Spread Anchor:
Load range: 2.5t-5.0t WLL (Max)
NOTE:
The distance between anchors or from any edge
as well as the length of the anchors are critical
factors that affect the capacity of the anchor.
The concrete strength also affects the lifting
capacity of the anchor, (short anchors may need
higher strength concrete)
ALWAYS USE THE LONGEST POSSIBLE ANCHOR
AVAILABLE IN ANY PARTICULAR SIZE RANGE.
The foot anchor holds into the
concrete by developing a pull
out cone in the concrete. The
diameter of the cone on the
surface of the concrete is
approximately six times the
depth of the anchor.
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2.4 LIFTING CLUTCHES Diagram 2.5.1
There are two main types of Lifting Clutches which
engage with the head of the Anchor, (refer to 2
diagram 2.4.1 below) 4
Diagram 2.4.1 3
1
Reid SwiftLift Clutch SwiftLift Jaws Clutch
SwiftLift clutch with tag
Special variations of these designs are available to
enable remote release from the anchor.
2
2.5 CLUTCH IDENTIFICATION 3
All clutches should carry specific identification.
Refer to diagram 2.5.1
IMPORTANT MARKINGS TO LOOK FOR ON
CLUTCHES:
1- The manufacturers logo to ensure the clutch
complies with relevant codes.
2- The nominal size or class of anchors that the SwiftLift JAWS with tag
clutch is designed to be used with. WLL rating (to 4 1
AS3850)
3- A test tag showing that the clutch has been proof
tested by an appropriately qualified laboratory to
the required proof load for the particular clutch
rating/class.
The date of the test and the date it is required to be
revalidated.
NOTE: It is a requirement of Australian Standards
AS3850 that all clutches are tested every 12 months.
4- Manufacturing Batch Certification.
A unique number that identifies the specific batch of
manufacture.
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IDENTIFICATION
2.6 ANCHOR IDENTIFICATION
The key things to look for include:
1. The Manufacturers Name/Logo
This enables you to identify the manufacturer and
therefore their published performance information
and specification of their product.
2. Load Class
The Load Class/Rating of the anchor should be
easily visible to the naked eye when the anchor is
correctly cast into the concrete. This to allows for
quick confirmation prior to use.
3. Length of Anchor
This is relevant for SwiftLift Foot & Eye Anchors
as they are designed into a variety of different
precast elements which can vary in length, width
and thickness. The length of the SwiftLift Anchor
is a critical aspect of the design.
4. Manufacturers batch number
A manufacturers batch number is stamped on
anchors. These are manufactured from mild steel
plate such as the SwiftLift Jaws and the Two
Hole Anchor.
SwiftLift Combination Anchor and SwiftLift Eye
Anchor Identification
Diagram 2.6.2 shows the important markings to look
for on the head and shaft of the Reid SwiftLift
Combination and SwiftLift Eye Anchors.
1- The manufacturers name/logo
2- Nominal load class or rating
1 1
2 2- Nominal load class or rating
Product Code
Diagram 2.6.2
SwiftLift Combination and
SwiftLift Eye Anchor
identification
SwiftLift Jaws Anchor identification
Diagram 2.6.3 shows the important markings to look
for on the Reid SwiftLift Jaws anchors.
1- The manufacturers name/logo
2- Nominal load class or rating
4- The manufacturers batch number
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Two Hole Anchor Identification SwiftLift FaceLifter and EconoTilt
Diagram 2.6.4 shows the important markings to look FaceLifter Identification
for on the Reid Two Hole anchors. Diagram 2.6.7 shows the important markings* to
1- The manufacturers name/logo look for on the SwiftLift FaceLifter and
2- Nominal load class or rating EconoTilt FaceLifter anchors.
4- The manufacturers batch number
*Refer to SwiftLift Foot anchor ID section for more
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1- The manufacturers name/logo
2 2
Diagram 2.6.4 3- Length of anchor 3
Two Hole Anchor
identification
SwiftLift
Foot
Anchor
1
SwiftLift Edgemaster
2
Identification 3
Diagram 2.6.5 shows the 3
important markings to look for Diagram 2.6.7
on the SwiftLift EdgeMaster SwiftLift FaceLifter and
EconoTilt FaceLifter anchor identification
anchors. Refer to the SwiftLift
foot anchor ID section for more
detail regarding markings. Spread Anchor Identification
1- The manufacturers name/logo Diagram 2.6.8 shows the important markings to look
2- Nominal load class or rating
for on the Reid Spread anchors.

2 4
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SwiftLift Foot Anchor Identification 3- Length of anchor

1 1- The manufacturers name/logo
Diagram 2.6.5
Diagram 2.6.1 shows the important markings to look 2- Nominal load class or rating
SwiftLift Edgemaster
for on Reid SwiftLift Foot anchors. Anchor identification
1
Diagram 2.6.3 Diagram 2.6.8
1- The manufacturers name/logo Ramset FaceLifter Identification Reid Spread 2
2- Nominal load class or rating SwiftLift Jaws
Anchor identification Anchor identification
3- Length of anchor Diagram 2.6.6 shows the important markings to
look for on the Ramset FaceLifter anchors.
1
2 1- The manufacturers name/logo
2- Nominal load class or rating
3
3- Length of anchor
4- The manufacturers batch number
Diagram 2.6.1
1 2
SwiftLift Foot Anchor identification 5t
132
1
3
5T
4 2901

Diagram 2.6.6
Ramset FaceLifter Anchor identification

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ANCHOR INSTALLATION
3.1 VOID SELECTION 3.1.3 Articulated Void Former 3.1.5 Plastic Round Void Former

3.1.1 Rubber Round Void Former

The void former is a
round shape that
produces the exact void
in the concrete for the
clutch to engage
correctly. It also comes Typically used as a replacement for the rubber
with a bolt attached to round void former when the number of products
enable fixing to formwork Typically used when an anchor needs to be to be cast is very small.
or mould. located in the side surface of a product (as cast)
Manufactured from plastic.
Can be attached to the Provides a positive connection to the anchor.
Round in shape and disposable.
form for positive anchor location. Used as an alternative to the rubber void former
Available to suit SwiftLift Anchor sizes:
Also used to puddle into wet concrete after for a longer service life.
2.5t, 5.0t.
pouring. Require regular maintenance to ensure freedom
of movement. 3.1.6 SwiftLift Jaws Void Former
Available to suit SwiftLift Anchor sizes:
1.3t, 2.5t, 5.0t, 10.0t, 20.0t, 32.0t. Available to suit SwiftLift Anchor sizes:
Typically used when an anchor needs to be 1.3t, 2.5t, 5.0t.
located in the top surface of a product (as cast) 3.1.4 Colleted Void Former
3.1.2 Steel Round Void Former Manufactured from steel for
optimal life.
Specifically designed for Colour Coded to match SwiftLift JAWS Anchors.
applications where it is Suited perfectly for
centrifugally spun pipes. Made from high quality reusable rubber.
necessary to strip formwork
without removing the void. Ideal for applications Available to suit SwiftLift JAWS Anchor sizes:
requiring positive anchor 10.0t (Blue), 7.0t (Orange), 5.0t (Terracotta).
Typically used when an
anchor needs to be located location and rigidity.
in the bottom surface of a Available to suit SwiftLift
product (as cast) Anchor sizes:
Has a long lifespan. 1.3t, 2.5t, 5.0t.
Simple to use and fast to
install.
Available to suit SwiftLift Anchor sizes:
1.3t, 2.5t, 5.0t, 10t

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ANCHOR INSTALLATION
3.2 EDGELIFT ANCHOR INSTALLATION 3. Setting Bolts 5. Final Set-up position for: 3.2.2 SwiftLift EdgeMaster
a. JAWS Standard SJS 1. Fix the EdgeMaster to the sideform
3.2.1 SwiftLift JAWS Anchors
b. JAWS Heavy SJH
1. Void installation
JAWS JAWS Perimeter Central
Heavy Standard Bar Mesh Sideform

Flex open Void Former to allow anchor installation.

Secure anchor and void assembly to the sideform EdgeMaster
Install Anchor into void former with two setting bolts.
Anchor and void assembly 4. Shear Bar and/or Tension Bar Installation
Sideform
Shear SwiftLift Diagram 3.2.1.1 - Set-up of SwiftLift
Bar JAWS Standard JAWS Standard and SwiftLift
and Heavy Anchor JAWS Heavy EdgeLift Anchors

c. JAWS Ultra SJU

Jaws Ultra Perimeter Central EdgeMaster
Bar Mesh Locating Holes
for nail fixing (4 holes) to sideform

2. Positioning Anchor-Void Assembly

Install Shear Bar and use tie wire to secure the
anchor, void, mesh and Shear bar into position.
DO NOT WELD TO ANCHOR
For JAWS ULTRA and Two Hole Anchor, install
The Anchor and Void assembly id placed into
Tension Bar as well. Once again use tie wire to
position. Central mesh and perimeter bar are
located between the JAWS legs. secure into position.
DO NOT WELD TO ANCHOR
The EdgeMaster is pre-assembled with void
former, anchor and shear bar bracket.
The EdgeMaster Void former has four locating
Shear
holes.
Bar
The EdgeMaster can be fixed to the form by
nailing or with double sided tape.
Diagram 3.2.1.2 -
Set-up of SwiftLift a) Nailing - Drive four nails through the
SwiftLift JAWS Tension JAWS ULTRA
ULTRA Anchor Bar EdgeLift Anchors EdgeMaster Void former locating holes to
attach to sideform.
NOTES from Diagram 3.2.1.1 & 3.2.1.2 b) Double Side Tape - Attach the double sided
tape to the face of the EdgeMaster Void
Shear Bar to be installed over the head of the
former then fix to sideform.
anchor seated in the semi-circle cut-out of the
anchor.
Perimeter Bar pass through the legs of the anchor
Central Mesh to be positioned between the legs of
the anchor.
Tension Bar for JAWS ULTRA to be positioned
through second hole of anchor as show in
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ANCHOR INSTALLATION
3.3 FACELIFT ANCHOR INSTALLATION Incorrect orientation can result, 3.4 GENERAL LIFTING ANCHOR INSTALLATION 3.4.2 Steel Round Void Former Installation
FaceLift Anchors are cast into the concrete with - Inadequate rotation of panel SwiftLift Foot, Combination and Eye Anchors are 1. Secure Rubber ring around anchor head.
void formers to create the void in the concrete. Once - Inadequate capacity of anchor cast into the concrete with a void former used to Rubber Ring
Figure 2 Anchor
the void former is removed, the Lifting Clutch is create the void into which the clutch is placed to
attached to the head of the anchor. engage the anchor. As there are a number of
FaceLift anchors are supplied as preassembled Arrow Indicators different types of void formers, the installation
sets to match common panel thicknesses, the void (for facelift orientation) method varies for each type.
Arrows point to top
former 5-8mm below the concrete panel surface to or bottom of panel. 3.4.1 Rubber Round Void Former Installation
allow for easy finishing of the panel. 2. Secure Steel Round Void Former to the formwork
3.3.2 SwiftLift FaceLift Anchors 1. Flex the void former open to allow anchor with a Setting Bolt.
The preassembled sets which are placed in the installation.
panel during setup (before concrete pour) need to be
Plastic Void Former
attached to the reinforcing mesh to ensure they
remain in the correct position and orientation during
Wire Chair
the pour and finishing.
3.3.1 Ramset FaceLift Anchors SwiftLift Foot Anchor
Formwork
2. For secure attachment to the form, pass the
Void Former (plastic)
Plastic Feet
Setting Bolt through the form and fasten with
wing nut.
Anchor 1. Installing SwiftLift FaceLifters
Cross Pin
Bar Clip (plastic) Anchors to be installed as per the photo shown below.
Setting Bolt Steel Round Void Former
Chair (plastic)
Formwork Rubber Round Formwork
Void Former
Setting Bolt 3. Insert SwiftLift Anchor with the attached rubber
1. Installing Ramset FaceLifters ring into the Steel Round Void Former.
(For 125 and 150mm only)
SwiftLift
Foot Anchor
Formwork
2. Location and Orientation
for SwiftLift FaceLifters Puddling
FaceLift Anchor location must be as per shop Puddling is the practice of installing anchor and void
drawings or lifting design drawings. assemblies in fresh concrete. Where puddling is
The SwiftLift FaceLift anchor must be placed required, contact Reid for advice on the best method Formwork

as per the arrow indicators on the top of the Void for your application and anchor assembly.
Place two Bars Tie-Wire FaceLifter 4. SwiftLift Anchor in final position secured to a
Former as shown below.
on Barclip of FaceLifter Secured Steel Round Void Former
FaceLifter in Place Incorrect orientation can result,
The anchor is secured by
- Inadequate rotation of panel insertion of the rubber ring.
2. Location and Orientation - Inadequate capacity of anchor
of Ramset FaceLifters
FaceLift Anchor location must be as per shop
drawings or lifting design drawings.
The Ramset FaceLift anchor must be placed Arrow Indicators
(for facelift orientation)
as per the arrow indicators on the top of the Void Arrows point to top
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ANCHOR INSTALLATION
3.4.3 Articulated Void Former Installation
1. Attach Articulated Void Former to SwiftLift Anchor.
3.4.4 Colleted Void Former Installation
1. Attach the Collet Set and Collet Collar to the
SwiftLift Anchor head.
3.4.5 Plastic Round Void Former Installation 3.4.6 Installing SwiftLIft Combination or
1. Attach Plastic Collet Set to SwiftLift Anchor Head. Eye Anchors
SwiftLift Combination/Eye Anchors require
additional reinforcing steel, (hanger bars) to be
connected to the anchor in order to achieve the
required lifting capacity. The length of hanger bar
required with each of these anchors in 10MPa
concrete is given in table 3.4.6.1. Refer SwiftLift
Design Manual for further information.
Table 3.4.6.1
SwiftLift Combination/Eye Anchors
Plastic Collet Set on head
of SwiftLift Anchor
Working Load Limits - 10MPa concrete(1)

2. Secure assembled Articulated Void Former to Anchor Bar Diameter (mm) Bar Length(1) (mm)
2. Insert the SwiftLift Anchor with the attached 1.3 8 1000
formwork as per diagram below. Collet Set and Collet Collar into the Steel Void 2.5 12 1500
Formwork
Former. 5.0 16 2000
Holding Bar 2. Insert SwiftLift Anchor with attached Plastic 10.0 20 2700
Collet Set into the Plastic Void Former.
(1) Cut and Bent Length
Closing Plate
Spacer Plate

SwiftLift
Foot Anchor
Void Former SwiftLift Combination or Eye Anchor
Setting Bolt

Eye Anchor or
3. Secure the assembled Colleted Void Former with Combination
SwiftLift Anchor to formwork as per diagram 3. If using a SwiftLift Foot Anchor, the assembly Anchor Hanger Bar

below. with Round Plastic Void Former can be used with

Articulated Void Former
a Plastic Chair or it can be puddled into the wet 35-45
concrete.
Round Plastic Void Former.
Hanger Bar
Eye Anchor or
Combination
Anchor
Hanger Bar

The Steel Colleted Void Hooked Bars

Former is secured to the give better
Deformed Bar or holding strength
form with a Setting Bolt. Prestressing Strand
Plastic Chair - Installed prior Puddle In - Placed as the
to casting concrete. concrete is cast and worked.

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STRIPPING AND RIGGING

4.1 REMOVING VOID FORMERS & STRIPPING 4.1.3 SwiftLift Void Formers 3. Plastic Round Void Formers 4.2 CLUTCHES
1. Steel Round/Colleted Void Formers
4.1.1 EdgeLifter Void Formers IMPORTANT:
Correct removal of these void former types is shown
1. Strip sideform, formwork and false work from the panel. A A 1. Reid Clutches/Lifting Eyes are manufactured in
in the images below:
2. The EdgeLifter Void former is levered out of The recess former different sizes and ratings to match specific anchors.
concrete as shown in the diagram below. A as seen after THE CORRECT CLUTCH MUST BE USED WITH THE
Undo Wing Nut concrete has set. CORRECT ANCHOR, i.e. 2.5t clutch with 2.5t anchor
on setting bolt. 2. When delivered to site, clutches must carry a
current proof load test tag.
3. All clutches must be inspected for wear and tear
B
before every lift.
Remove Setting Bolt
from formwork. B B 3a. SwiftLift Clutches should be checked regularly
Using a self-drilling hex to ensure they have not been damaged or that jaw
4.1.2 FaceLifter Void Formers head wood screw and opening H is not greater than H max shown in
Correct removal of FaceLifter void former is C electric drill, drill into Table 4.2.1.
shown in the images below. Remove formwork the centre of the
from concrete. recess former. Table 4.2.1
Check for wear Size H max H min
(mm) (mm)
1.3 13 5.5
D 2.5 18 5.5
Remove Void former C 5.0 25 8.0
from anchor head. The screw will contact 10.0 32 12.0
C
A the centre of the lifting 20.0 46 18.0
Hammer screwdriver (off anchor head and the 32.0 58 24.0
The Steel Round Void Former can also be used for recess former will pop
A centre) into void former
applications where it is necessary to strip without with ease. 3b. JAWS Clutches should be checked regularly
removing the void from the formwork. to make sure they have not been damaged or that
2. Rubber Round Void Formers the jaw opening J and the locking ring diameter P
For rubber round void formers and articulated void are as shown in Table 4.2.2. Ensure that the Locking
D D Ring Arm is not removed.
B formers there are holes located on the void which aid
The recess former is
B Lift void former the removal process. Refer to diagram below for detail. removed leaving a clean
Holes to aid removal void and the collet, which
of void former. is easily pulled off to
allow the clutch
to engage on the anchor.
C
Repeat A from
C opposite end
For articulated Install two Form removal,
and rubber round rods into lever void as per
void formers. removal holes. the diagram above.
Table 4.2.2
D Type WLL J P
Remove void former (max) (mm) (mm)
exposing FaceLift SJHLC 7t 20 16
D anchor head SJULC 10t 20 20

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4.3 FACE LIFTING 3. As the panel rotates to the Touching 4.3.2 Ramset FaceLifter Anchors 3. Before lifting, ensure clutch is FULLY engaged
Concrete
vertical position, the clutch The two types of clutches which can be used to lift with the locking pin in full lock position.
4.3.1 SwiftLift FaceLift and comes in contact with the Lift the Ramset FaceLifter are the JAWS Heavy NOTE: Locking Ring Arm MUST be on the
EconoTilt Anchors concrete surface inside the Clutch and the Ramset FaceLifter Hire Clutch. side that will be uppermost when lifting.
The SwiftLift Clutches have been exclusively designed void. This transfers the Both are a Lock Ring style lifting clutch. JAWS
and approved for use with Reid SwiftLift Anchors. lifting force into the Heavy Clutch is readily available and the preferred Locking Ring Arm
They are available in a range of Working Load Limits. concrete and the anchor clutch suited to the Ramset FaceLifter.
They have been designed so that they cannot prevents the clutch from
It is attached to the FaceLifter by lowering the
spontaneously disengage whilst the system is under load slipping out of the recess.
clutch slot over the plate anchor and rotating the Top of panel
at any orientation, provided they are installed correctly. 4. Lifting away from the tab locking ring arm until it rests on the concrete when lifted
When the lift is complete and the load released, the is also safe provided the tab Lift surface. The locking ring arm has a hole to allow for
SwiftLift Clutch is quickly and simply disengaged. A does not rise more than 30 the attachment of a remote release rope.
special remote release SwiftLift Clutch is available from the concrete surface. If 4. As the panel rotates to the vertical position,
for Tilt-up applications on SwiftLift FaceLifters. it does, lower to the ground the clutch handle is positioned on top of the
and reset. Locking Ring Arm.
5. The SwiftLift Remote 30 max Clutch Handle Locking Ring Arm
Release Clutch has an
extended arm. This clutch is used with the JAWS Heavy Clutch Lift
SwiftLift FaceLifter which has a reduced void
SwiftLift Remote former to prevent rotation around the loop during
SwiftLift Standard Clutch
1. Lower clutch slot over anchor.
Release Clutch disconnection. The Remote Release Arm allows
disconnection to take place from the ground level
1. SwiftLift Clutch is attached to the SwiftLift with a Remote Release Rope. It is easily
anchor by lowering the clutch slot over the anchor disconnected from the anchor head once the load
head and rotating the clutch tab until it rests on the has been removed.
concrete surface. Tilt-up Concrete Panel
NOTE: Tab MUST be on the side that
N.B. - Disconnection is only possible when the
will be uppermost when lifting. load has been removed. 5. When the Precast Panel has been placed into
Tab is rotated over Sling handle Remote Release Arm its final position, disengaging the Locking Ring
to sit on surface Arm can take place from the ground level with a
Remote Release Rope.
N.B. - Disconnection is only possible when
Top of panel the load has been removed.
Concrete Sling for rigging 2. Rotate the locking ring arm until it rests on
when lifted to crane Locking Ring Arm
the concrete surface.
Foot anchor depth varies

2. As the load is
raised, the anchor
takes the full Lift direction
tensile load.

Top of panel
when lifted. Clutch Tilt-up Concrete Panel
Handle
Remote Release Rope Clutch Tilt-up Concrete Panel
Handle
Remote Release Rope
NOTE: It is always important to follow the standard rigging guidelines for concrete panels.

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4.4 EDGE LIFTING (A) Lower Clutch Slot over Anchor 2. For edgelifting precast panels off the casting 3. Once the precast panel has been fully lifted off
table/bed, the fully engaged SwiftLift JAWS the casting table/bed, the fully engaged SwiftLift
4.4.1 SwiftLift JAWS Anchors Clutches are loaded in the direction shown in the JAWS Clutches are loaded as shown in the
diagram below. diagram below.
EDGE LIFT PARALLEL LIFT
Void, Clutch and Anchor Relationship Void, Clutch and Anchor Relationship
LIFT
LIFT
Clutch Slot

SJHLC and SJULC SwiftLift JAWS Lifting Clutch SwiftLift Jaws Anchor
Compression Load in head
due to clutch contact
SwiftLift JAWS Clutches are used to engage Locking Ring Arm
the SwiftLift JAWS Anchors to enable lifting of Compression Loads
precast concrete panels. They are available in two
load groups and are also colour coded to match the
corresponding SwiftLift JAWS anchor and void Bending forces on anchor
Space between
Tensile Loads transfer as compression
former as follows; concrete and clutch
(B) Rotating the Locking Ring Arm until forces into concrete

Description WLL (max) Colour it rests on the concrete surface

Clutch rotates to Shear Bar
Heavy Lifting Clutch 7 Tonne Orange contact anchor head
Tensile Load on
Ultra Lifting Clutch 10 Tonne Blue Locking Ring Arm anchor head
Tensile Load in anchor

JAWS SYSTEMS PART NUMBERS

Ultra Heavy Standard
Colour Code Blue Orange Terracotta
Anchor SJU SJH SJS
Void Former SJUVF SJHVF SJSVF
Support Plate SJUSP SJHSP SJSSP
Clutch SJULC SJHLC SJSLC

1. The SwiftLift JAWS Clutches are attached to (C) Locking Ring Arm in the FULLY engaged position
the SwiftLift JAWS Anchor by lowering the
clutch slot over the SwiftLift JAWS EdgeLift
Anchor and rotating the locking ring arm until it rests Locking Ring Arm
on the concrete surface. The locking ring arm has a
hole to allow for a remote release rope to be
attached with a D-shackle.

DO NOT LIFT
Clutch is NOT engaged.

SAFE TO LIFT
Clutch is FULLY engaged.

Clutch Handle
Clutch Locking Ring Arm
Donut/Taurus

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4.5 ROTATIONAL EDGELIFTING Auxiliary Winch
(Rooster Shears)
Main Winch 4.6 EFFECT OF SLING ANGLES 4.7 EFFECTIVE RIGGING
Locking Ring Arm
4.5.1 Rigging Set-up Sling angle effects need to be considered in the Using a spreader beam with two sets of chains will
initial lift design stage. Whilst it is recommended to ensure the legs are equally loaded.
Many precast panels require a mid-air rotation
keep the sling angle under 60 degrees, any angle
so they can be positioned for final placement. 4.7.1 RECOMMENDED
can be used as long as it was included in the initial
An example of the rigging requirement for this
anchor rating stage.
is shown in the diagram to the right. (Note the
position of the Locking Ring Arms). Always use the rigging design as specified by an
1. Spreader beam as above.
appropriately qualified engineer to ensure the
4.5.2 Initial lift applied loads on anchors do not exceed their
designed capacity.
Depending on the lift design, up to 70% of the mass
of the precast element can be taken by the tail lifter NOTE:
Rotation
during rotation. The tail lifter is subjected to the 1. THE LONGER THE SLINGS, THE LOWER THE
highest applied load at the initial stages of the LOAD ON THE ANCHORS. 2. Using a triangular spreader beam
rotational lift as shown in the diagram to the right. For example, at an angle of 170 the load on with shackles and two sets of chains
each sling is six times the weight of the actual will ensure legs are equally loaded.
4.5.3 Mid-way through Rotation load being lifted.
As the panel is mid-way through the rotation,
more and more load is transferred to the top pair
of anchors and simultaneously less load is being
Rotation
applied on the tail lifter as shown in the diagram
to the right.
3. Using a spreader beam
with two rolling blocks to
ensure equal loading.
4.5.4 Position for Installation
Positioned for
When the precast panel is in its final position, the installation
top pair of edgelifters are taking the entire load of
the precast panel. The tail lifter is no longer
required and the clutch is disengaged from this Other rigging details as per below diagrams:
lifter. The panel is then ready for installation as 2x1 2x2 4x1
shown in the diagram to the right.

4.5.5 Remote Releasing

When the Precast Panel has been placed into its
final position, disengaging the Locking Ring Arm Remote Release Rope
10 TONNES LOAD
can take place from the ground level with a Remote Main Winch Never make sling length shorter than the distance between
Release Rope. See diagram to the right. Precast Panel two anchors.
N.B. - Disconnection is only possible when the
load has been removed. 2x4 4x2 Edge Lift

Minimum concrete strength at time of lift should be as per

referenced shop drawings or lifting design drawings.

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IMPORTANT: 4.9 STRONGBACKS 4.10 PIPE HANDLING 4.10.3 Jointing
Prior to lifting, slowly take up any slack in the Strongbacks are used to provide additional stiffness The crane hook is
4.10.1 Sling Configuration
lifting chains and slings. Check that all hooks to the concrete panel when its shape makes lifting lowered so that
The sling is made up as a two-legged chain sling both slings become
are connected to the lifting clutches and that too difficult using standard lift procedures.
with two Reid SwiftLift Clutches and a slack. This enables
all lifting clutches are engaged to the lifting
NOTE: shortening hook to enable one chain leg to be the sling to UL1 to be
anchors. Ensure that load direction and sling
1. DESIGN AND LOCATION OF shortened. This allows for either symmetrical or shortened by placing
angles are correct and that all rigging gear is
STRONGBACKS MUST BE asymmetrical lifting. the shortening ring
free to move as the full load is applied.
CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ENGINEER. onto the shortening
Impact loads caused by sudden realignments hook. UL2 is then
2. IF A STRONGBACK IS TOO FLEXIBLE OR THE
of the load, excess slack in lifts and/or take up 100mm
disconnected from
BOLTS ARE NOT LOCATED CORRECTLY, THE Shortening Hook
and movement of lifting machines over ground the pipe to be
CONCRETE PANEL MAY STILL CRACK.
with load suspended can cause significantly jointed and
increased loads on lifting equipment which 3. THE STRONGBACK/S MUST BE LOCATED TO
attached to the

mm
under some conditions may exceed the ALLOW RIGGING TO OPERATE WITHOUT

1270
furthest anchor on
capacity of anchors and cause failure. INTERFERENCE AT ALL ANGLES OF THE LIFT
the previously laid pipe.

2000
OPERATION.

mm
4.8.2 TO BE AVOIDED
4. DUE TO THEIR WEIGHT, CARE MUST BE 1. NEVER MAKE CHAIN LENGTH SHORTER THAN
Uneven slings from a central lifting point. When TAKEN WHEN REMOVING STRONGBACKS. IF THE DISTANCE BETWEEN TWO ANCHORS
lifting with four slings, any slight variation in sling ALLOWED TO FALL OR SWING THEY CAN BE Shortening Ring

lengths will cause the load to be shared between DANGEROUS AND DAMAGE PANELS AND

m
730m
ONLY two slings NOT four, causing individual anchor EQUIPMENT.
and sling loads to increase significantly. UL1 UL2

As a result you can potentially exceed the design

capacity of the anchors and corresponding clutches.
4.10.2 Transport, Lowering and Placing
The pipes are handled with the
sling in its symmetrical mode and
are lowered into the trench close
to the last pipe laid.
2. USE A SPREADER BETWEEN CHAINS TO
AVOID DAMAGE TO CONCRETE ELEMENTS
SUCH AS MANHOLE RISERS

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5.1 RELEASING PANELS FROM CASTING BED
When lifting panels from the casting bed, it is very
important not to overload the lifting anchors.
Overloading can be caused by:
Releasing agent not releasing properly.
High panel to bed suction ratio.
Incorrectly located anchors.
Water or other liquid around the panel preventing
air getting under the panel.
Panels bouncing with sudden release causing
shock loading.
To prevent overloading the anchors, the lift should be
carried out as follows:
1. The crane takes up the slack of the rig and slowly
increases the lifting force until the load on the
anchors is only slightly above the force needed to
lift the panel.
2. If the panel is not released, pry bars should be
used to break the seal between the panel and
casting bed.
3. Once the panel has been released it can be lifted
as normal. Do not apply loads at corner of panels.
NOTE:
AVOID USING EXCESSIVE LIFTING FORCE AS
THIS MAY CAUSE THE PANEL TO RELEASE
SUDDENLY AND BOUNCE HARD DOWN ON THE
ANCHORS WHICH MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
THE PANEL AND ANCHORS.
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5.2 CONCRETE STRENGTH AND EDGE DISTANCE
Any concrete to which bracing will be fixed must
have a minimum of 15MPa compressive strength at
time of fixing.
Free edges must be treated with care to avoid
damage and loss of support. It is recommended that
the distance to any free edge be at least three times
the anchor depth.
5.3 LIFTING
1. Prior to lifting, attach braces to panels to avoid
putting workmen at risk on site NOTE: NOTE:
1. DO NOT ATTACH TOP BRACE FOOT PLATES TO Lifting PLates can be used in instances where
PANELS AFTER LIFT HAS OCCURRED. a lifting anchor has been overlooked or is
2. BRACE FOOT BOLTS MUST BE TIGHTENED TO missing. Requires 4 x BraceSet anchors.
THE CORRECT TORQUE LEVEL TO ENSURE
THE ANCHOR IS CORRECTLY SET.
3. CHECK TORQUE LEVELS OF BRACE FOOT
BOLTS AFTER STRONG WINDS.
2. Use a small wheeled dolly under each brace foot
to avoid damage to the concrete ground slab as
the panel is lifted into place.
The advice in this publication is of a general nature only.
Where any doubt exists as to the safety of a particular
installation or lift procedure seek the guidance of
a professional engineer, or phone Reid on:
1300 780 250
Your safety is our primary concern.
3. Pin the base of the panel using rebar or bolt a
block to the concrete ground slab to provide a Don't Guess - ASK!!
stop for the panel.
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