Crane Man Cages & Boxes
Bremco supplies Australian-made crane man cages engineered to safely lift and position personnel with an overhead crane. Built for strength and compliance with safety standards, our man cages provide secure access for elevated work, maintenance and inspections in industrial and construction environments.
Crane Man Cages
A crane man cage is the perfect tool for all mining, construction, warehousing, manufacturing and power generation work involving cranes. It allows workers, their tools and equipment to be transported safely around sites and can dramatically improve the efficiency of your team. From single cages to multi-occupant options, Bremco can supply a crane man cage for every need, alongside crane lifting cages and crane lift bins for secure material handling.
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Invest in a Crane Man Cage by Bremco
We’ve been designing and manufacturing quality crane attachments for more than 30 years. In fact, our crane man cages are currently being used in some of Australia’s harshest environments, which is why we take safety so seriously. Each of our cages is crafted with input from our engineering partners and designed to adhere to AS1418.17. Before shipping, we load test each cage in accordance with AS4991.
Customised Crane Man Cage for Sale at Bremco
As Australia’s leading supplier of crane and forklift attachments for the past 30 years, we can produce custom crane man cages for any environment or application. Our catalogue includes systems that are compatible with all overhead lifting equipment used in Australia. But if you can’t find what you’re looking for, we can custom manufacture a crane man cage for you. Built by our in-house team, a fully welded, powder-coat finished and AS1418.17-compliant custom crane cage might be just what you need.
Contact us today for a quote or to get started on designing a custom crane man cage with the Bremco team.
Australia’s Safest Man Cage for Crane
We understand that using crane cages presents unique dangers. That’s why the safety of your workers is our top priority. A Bremco crane man cage not only gives your workers access to high areas, it ensures they are protected. We’ve designed all our solutions alongside our engineering partners to meet stringent safety standards. They are built tough with compliant materials and come with a standard compliance plate and unique serial number for your records.
Explore the Bremco Crane Man Cage Catelogue
A crane man cage is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment on your worksite. At Bremco, we’re leading the way in workplace safety and efficiency, with solutions that also include crane drum handling equipment and custom steel fabrication for specialised needs.
You can explore our range online, or get in touch with us if you’d like a quote on attachments for your worksite.
Crane Man Cage FAQs
What is a Crane Man Cage?
A crane man cage (sometimes called a man box) is a metal cage lifted by a crane to safely carry workers and their tools to high and hard to reach locations. It is commonly used when elevated platforms or scaffolding are not available or practical.
How do Crane Man Cages work?
Crane man cages are attached to a crane’s hook by multi-leg slings. They must be built with self-closing doors, sides at least one metre in height, and internal handrails. Workers must wear a safety harness and lanyard that is clipped into internal connection points.
What are some of the common types of Crane Man Cages?
Common types of crane man cages include crane cages without roofs, crane man cages with roofs, round man cages, and crane first aid rescue cages.
What are the benefits of a crane man cage?
A crane man cage allows workers, their tools and equipment to be transported safely around worksites, which can dramatically improve the efficiency of your team.
How do you attach a crane man cage to a crane?
A crane man cage is attached to a crane by connecting the multi-leg lifting sling to the designated lifting lugs using rated shackles. An independent secondary safety connection must also be secured.
How does a crane man cage affect a crane’s load capacity?
A crane man cage lowers a crane’s lifting limit because of 3 factors: the cage tare weight, strict safety margins, and the Working Load Limit (WLL). In Australia, crane man cages must also pass stability testing in the design and proof load test phases.
What is the safety standard for crane man cages in Australia?
In Australia, crane lifting cages must comply with Australian Standard AS1418.17 for crane lifting devices. All man cages must also have a certified design registration.
What are some key safety considerations when using a crane man cage?
Key safety considerations when using a man cage include:
- Verified that the safety cage has data compliance plates attached that include the load limit, tare weight and registration, and that it includes inward-opening self-closing gates and guardrails.
- Crane man cages must be supplied with permanently fixed chain slings as part of the manufacturing and testing process.
- Always conduct thorough pre-usage inspections, including a visual inspection to identify any deformities, cracks, or other damage before use.
- Ensure the man cage is correctly attached to the crane rigging system.
- Conduct a trial lift to verify load balance and stability before lifting the cage.
- Never exceed the crane’s rated capacity or safe percentage limits.
- Maintain clear communication between the crane operator and crane cage occupants
- Ensure all occupants of the crane man cage wear a hard hat and a full body harness that is secured to the designated anchor points inside the cage.
