Bar Tong Lifters for Round Bar and Pipe
Round bar and pipe are hard to sling cleanly. The stock rolls, the load can shift, and a choker hitch can mark the surface. A bar tong lifter clamps onto cylindrical stock so a crane or hoist can pick it up and set it down without improvised rigging. This collection features an M&W bar tong lifter made in the USA, rated at 1,000 lbs. for round bar and pipe up to 4" in diameter.
Specifications
| Model |
Working load limit |
Stock diameter |
Safety factor |
Weight |
| M&W Bar Tong Lifter |
1,000 lbs. |
0" to 4" |
3:1 |
12 lbs. |
Weigh what you plan to lift before you rely on the rating. The 1,000 lb. working load limit applies to the load on the tong, so a long or heavy piece may call for more than one lifting point or a different lifting device. The tong's own weight and the rest of your rigging count toward the capacity of the crane or hoist.
What the Listing Describes
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Grip range: The tong handles round bar and pipe from 0" to 4" in diameter.
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Visibility: It is painted safety yellow, which helps it stand out around crane work.
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Asset tracking: The tong is equipped with an RFID chip for tracking it in your equipment records.
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Made in the USA: M&W builds the tong in the United States.
Proof Loading and Certification
The listing states that each tong is individually proof loaded per OSHA requirements and comes with certification paperwork. File the paperwork with your equipment records and read the product page for what ships with your unit. Site and OSHA requirements for the lift itself remain your responsibility.
Where a Tong Lifter Fits
- Moving round bar from a rack, cart, or truck to a saw, lathe, or work area
- Lifting lengths of pipe in a fabrication area or storage yard
- Staging cylindrical stock where a crane or hoist is already part of the workflow
Using It Safely
- Read the manufacturer's instructions before first use, covering how to hook up the tong and how it grips the stock.
- Stay within the working load limit, and make sure the stock fits within the stated diameter range.
- Lift an inch or two first to confirm the stock is gripped and balanced before raising it further.
- Nobody should stand beneath the stock or in its swing path.
- Look the tong over before each use for cracks, bends, wear, and faded markings. Pull it from service if anything looks wrong.
- Use it for stock only. It is not made for lifting people.
- Critical or non-routine lifts should be planned by a qualified person.
Other Ways to Lift Pipe and Round Stock
A tong is one option, and the right choice depends on the stock and how it is handled. Pipe lifting clamps are worth a look for pipe lifts, and the wider material handling range covers other below-the-hook devices for plate, drums, pallets, and more.
Complete the Rigging
A lifting tong needs the right gear above it. Pair it with wire rope slings, high performance roundslings, shackles, or rigging hooks. To see every option in one place, go to rigging supplies and hardware.
Bar Tong Lifter FAQs
What size bar or pipe does it handle?
The tong is listed for round bar and pipe from 0" to 4" in diameter.
What is the working load limit?
The working load limit is 1,000 lbs.
Is it made in the USA?
Yes. M&W makes this tong in the USA.
Does it come with certification?
According to the listing, each tong is individually proof loaded and ships with certification paperwork.
Can I use it to lift people?
No. A bar tong lifter is for lifting material only.
Will it work on square or flat stock?
The listing describes it for round bar and pipe. For other shapes, look at other lifting devices in our material handling collection.
Need Help Choosing?
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