Forklift Jibs
Bremco supplies Australian-made forklift jibs engineered to extend forklift reach and enhance lifting versatility. Built for strength and reliable performance, our jibs help you handle awkward or hard-to-reach loads in warehouses, workshops and industrial sites.
Australian Made Forklift Jibs
Forklift jibs attach to the carriage or tynes of a forklift to lift and manoeuvre heavy, oversized, or irregular loads that can’t be handled with standard tynes. Acting as a crane-style arm, they allow you to sling loads from above and work with slings, chains, or specialised lifting points. Most models simply slide over the tynes for quick, hassle-free installation and removal.
Bremco designs and manufactures heavy-duty forklift jibs to suit a wide range of industrial applications from warehousing and manufacturing to mining, construction, and container unpacking. Our jibs are structurally engineered to handle extended loads, with attachments designed to 2.5x the rated load capacity to manage the high stresses of suspended loads.
Manufactured locally from 100% Australian steel, our jibs feature fully welded construction, MPI (Magnetic Particle Inspection) weld testing, and either galvanised or finishes for durability in harsh conditions. Because we design, manufacture, test, and certify in-house, you can be confident your jib meets all relevant Australian Standards — without the uncertainty of imported equipment.
Our forklift jibs form part of a wider range of purpose-built forklift attachments, including forklift spreaders and forklift slippers. Whether you’re managing routine warehouse tasks or facing complex on-site challenges, Bremco offers proven solutions to meet your lifting and materials handling needs.
Contact our team today to discuss your requirements or browse our full product catalogue.
How Are Forklift Jibs Used?
By sliding over the tynes and acting as a single lifting arm, forklift jibs convert your standard forklift into a versatile mini crane. This enables operators to lift and manoeuvre loads that are otherwise impossible with standard forks.
Common applications include:
- Mine shutdown work where mobile cranes are expensive or unavailable
- Overhead lifting in warehouses and distribution centres for awkward or non-palletised goods
- Handling bulk material bags or oversized items that exceed standard fork spacing
- Lifting and positioning equipment in tight maintenance areas
- Unpacking 20ft and 40ft shipping containers with specialised unpack jibs
- Trailers or machinery with towball-style connections
These applications often require multiple hook points for flexibility and better manoeuvring in restricted spaces.
Forklift Jibs Manufactured to Australian Standards
Using a forklift jib changes the load centre and reduces the forklift’s rated capacity making correct operation essential.
Key safety considerations include:
- Confirm your forklift can handle the applied load and arrange re-rating with a compliance tag plate before use
- Operate only on level, hard surfaces to minimise tipping risk
- Control swinging loads with a rope or tag line to prevent sway
- Keep tynes as level as possible with a slight tilt back to prevent forward sliding
- Understand sling angles, load centres, and safe lifting practices — ensure operators are trained and follow a documented lift plan
All Bremco forklift jibs are built in compliance with AS 2359.1 (Powered Industrial Trucks) and AS 1418.1 (Cranes, Hoists & Winches – General Requirements). This ensures structural integrity, safety, and performance in Australian workplaces.
Design a Custom Forklift Jib With Bremco
When off-the-shelf solutions won’t cut it, Bremco can design and manufacture a custom forklift jib tailored to your exact needs. We work with businesses across Australia to solve unique lifting challenges, remove production bottlenecks, and improve site safety.
With over 30 years of experience in custom steel fabrication, our team will take the time to understand your operational requirements and engineer a solution that performs reliably under pressure.
Every custom jib is:
- Built to relevant Australian Standards
- Proof load tested before dispatch
- Supplied with a compliance plate and unique serial number for traceability
If you need a fit-for-purpose forklift jib that’s designed for your environment, talk to the Bremco team today.
Forklift Jib FAQs
What is a forklift jib?
Forklift jibs are forklift attachments designed to extend a forklift’s reach to help lift awkward or hard-to-reach loads in warehouse, workshops and industrial sites. The Jib allows a forklift to act as an overhead lifting device similar to a crane and attachment is generally by a swivel safety hook with chain or webbing slings.
How do forklift jibs work?
Forklift Crane Jibs extend forklift tynes to handle long or oversized loads. They provide stability rather than increased lift capacity.
What are some of the common types of forklift jibs?
The three common types of forklift jibs are fixed jibs, extendable jibs, and swing or adjustable jibs. Another type of jib is a box style with arms from each tyne allowing load stabilisation.
How do you secure a jib to a forklift?
Forklift jibs slide over forklift tynes and are then secured with a forklift pin to prevent slipping.
How do you attach a load to a forklift jib?
Loads can be quickly and easily attached to a forklift jib via the hook at the end of the jib. The Jib has a swivel safety hook with chain or webbing slings along with ancillary hooks or attachments for safe lifting of products, such as plate grabs or drum clamps.
How does a jib affect a forklift’s load capacity?
A forklift jib significantly reduces a forklift’s load capacity because the load centre moves further away from the mast. The Working Load Limit (WLL) decreases as a jib is extended or angled upwards.
What are some key safety considerations when using forklift jibs?
- The forklift operator must be trained in the usage of a forklift jib attachment. Ideally the operator would also have an Australian recognised ‘Dogman’ Ticket.
- Before using a forklift jib, it’s important to ensure that the WLL matches the load weight before using a forklift jib and that the safety pins are secure.
- During the operation of a forklift jib attachment, always work on a hard, level surface, operate the forklift slowly so the load doesn’t swing, and ensure that your load remains in the rated capacity.
