Spherical Head Anchor

Spherical Head Anchor

Lifting Anchor Introduction

Lifting Anchor is hot forged from Manganese steel. The former head provides spherical seating that the Lifting Eye engages, while a disc-shaped foot is embedded in the concrete. Due to its being a forged part, the Swift Lift Foot Anchor does not depend on welds or thread engagement to develop its safe working load. Forging provides maximum safety with its advantageous material structure. This allows the anchor to easily meet the OSHA requirement of a 4 to 1 factor of safety.

Lifting Anchors, Clutches and accessories make lifting concrete components easy, efficient, and safer during transportation, rigging, and lifting of precast concrete elements.

The Lifting Anchors system utilizes a fully engineered approach combining cast-in lifting anchors, recess formers, and custom-fitting lifting clutches. Using the Lifting Anchors system results in fewer failures, saving time and costs due to damage or construction delays.

Lifting Anchor is the most versatile and widely used anchor in the Lifting Anchor range. Available in a wide range of Working Load Limits (WLL), all Lifting Anchor comply with AS 3850.1:2015. Consistent with the Reid commitment to local testing, Lifting Anchor has been extensively tested in concrete comprising of over 500 individual tests and consuming approximately 150 tons of concrete. 

The anchor may only be used in combination with the mentioned GME lifting devices.

Spherical head anchors are designed for the transport of precast concrete units only. Multiple-use within the transport chain(from production to installation of the unit) means no repeated usage. This Installation and Application Instruction does not specify a repeated usage (e.g.-

ballasts for cranes) or a permanent fixation.

Past Product List

Lifting Anchor

Code	Load group	L	D	D1	D2	S	R	Ar
	T	mm	mm	mm	mm	mm	mm	mm
GMELA1.3-120	1.3	120	10	19	25	10	30	390
GMELA1.3-240	1.3	120	10	19	25	10	30	390
GMELA2-140	2	140	14	26	35	11	37	450
GMELA2-190	2	190	14	26	35	11	37	450
GMELA2-280	2	280	14	26	35	11	37	450
GMELA2.5-170	2.5	170	14	26	35	11	37	540
GMELA2.5-280	2.5	280	14	26	35	11	37	540
GMELA4-210	4	210	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA4-240	4	240	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA4-340	4	340	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA4-420	4	420	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA5-240	5	240	20	36	45	15	47	765
GMELA5-340	5	340	20	36	45	15	47	765
GMELA5-480	5	480	20	36	45	15	47	765
GMELA7.5-300	7.5	300	24	46	60	15	59	945
GMELA7.5-540	7.5	540	24	46	60	15	59	945
GMELA7.5-680	7.5	680	24	46	60	15	59	945
GMELA10-340	10	340	28	46	70	15	59	1100
GMELA10-680	10	680	28	46	70	15	59	1100
GMELA15-400	15	400	34	69	98	15	80	1250
GMELA20-500	20	500	38	69	98	15	80	1550
GMELA20-1000	20	1000	38	69	98	15	80	1550
GMELA32-700	32	700	50	88	135	23	107	2150
GMELA32-1200	32	1200	50	88	135	23	107	2150

Double Head Lifting Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Sizes (mm)			Popular Length
	Tons	D	D1	D2	(mm)
GME1002013	1.3	10	19	25	50	55	65	85	100	120
GME1002025	2.5	14	26	35	65	85	110	120	140	170
GME1002050	5.0	20	36	50	95	120	140	170	180	210

 Easy Lift Utility Anchor

Code	Size	TensleLoad	Dimensions (Inch)			Slab Thickness
		SWL(LBS)	H	L	D	Inch
GME 100812318	12V	1200	3-1/8	5.28	0.45	4
GME  100812334		3000	3-3/4	6		4-1/2
GME 100812434		4000	4-3/4	7.12		5-1/2
GME 100812634		5000	6-3/4	9.38		8
GME 100817318	17V	2000	3-1/8	5.3	0.67	4
GME 100817334		4000	3-3/4	6.8		4-1/2
GME 100817434		6000	4-3/4	7.4		5-1/2
GME 100817634		10000	6-3/4	10		8

Plate Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Popular Length (L)			Axb
	Tons	mm			mm
GME1007025	2.5	55	120		70x70
GME 1007050	5.0	55	65	110	90*90
GME1007100	10.0	115			90*90

 Straight Rebar Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Popular Length
	Tons	L (mm)
GME1006025	2.5	400	520
GME1006040	4.0	510	720	1150
GME1006050	5.0	580	900
GME1006075	7.5	750	1150
GME1006100	10.0	870	1300
GME1006150	15.0	1080	1550

Off-set Lifting Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Sizes (mm)
	Tons	D	D1	D2	L
GME1003013	1.3	10	19	25	227
GME1003025	2.5	14	26	35	268
GME1003040	4.0	18	36	45	406
GME1003050	5.0	20	36	50	466
GME1003075	7.5	24	46	60	664
GME1003100	10.0	28	46	70	667
GME1003150	15.0	34	69	85	825
GME1003200	20.0	38	69	98	986

 Eye Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Sizes (mm)
	Tons	D	D1	L	S
GME1004013	1.3	10	19	65	8
GME1004025	2.5	14	26	90	10
GME1004050	5.0	20	36	120	14
GME1004100	10.0	28	46	180	20
GME1004200	20.0	38	69	250	28

Safety Factor is 3:1. Other different Lengths and load capacity are available upon request.

Stainless Steel 304 (A2) / 316 (A4) / 20Mn2A are available upon request

Specification: 1.3T, 2.5T, 4T, 5T, 7.5T, 10T, 15T, 20T, 32T

Surface: Original Color. Zinc Plating. Hot Dip Galvanized

Lifting Anchor Primary Competitive Advantages

1. More than 10 years 4 years of focus on building material manufacturing

2. GME's products are enhanced by the factory QA and quality control checks during the production, if necessary, each order can be sent out with a certificate referring back to test

3. OEM/ODOM capability: more than 10 years’ experience

Easy installation due to the rotational symmetry optimized for automated anchor feeding.

5. Quick coupling of the lifting device into the anchor.

6. Robust, long-lasting lifting device.

Market

GME's business scope covers Australia, Canada, the United States, Thailand, and other countries. With the continuous expansion of our customer base and production capacity. GME can provide project design and manufacturing services to customers 12 hours a day.

  Quality Management System

In May 2014, our factory has passed Quality Management System TS16949 and in October, our factory passed ISO14001, ISO9001, and GB/28001.

Our factory performs process management based on customer orientation emphasizes process control, quality cost management, and reduces waste. We also use the Advantaged Product Quality Planning (PAPP), Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPEC) Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Measurement System Analysis (MAS) Error Proofing method to prevent the defects from being happened.

5R Management Material Procurement System

Our purchasing manager has more than 7-year purchasing experience and rich in experience quality control and the advantages of different factories and different products, and different quality levels.

Spherical Head T Anchor Testing Report:

 Production Equipment and Process

What sets us apart from our competitors is our ideal magnetic solution, excellent quality, and great service.

With a testing laboratory equipped with state-of-the-art measuring and testing devices, our QC dept. ensures ongoing development and maintenance of high-quality standards and guarantees full compliance with customer requirements and all applicable regulations.

(production equipment and process as below)

 From the production of parts to the final product, the requires steps. (The specific production process depends on different equipment capabilities)

To assure the quality, we would conduct a strict quality check in accordance with the industry standard. A special quality inspector is responsible for inspecting each process.

Past Project

Our company is about to be established for 20 years. During these two decades, we have the footprint of our products on all continents. In this fast innovation and development-oriented industry, we rely on solid product quality and strive to open up a path that belongs to us.

Production Workshop

Comprehensive Labs

Past Product List

Lifting Anchor

Code	Load group	L	D	D1	D2	S	R	Ar
	T	mm	mm	mm	mm	mm	mm	mm
GMELA1.3-120	1.3	120	10	19	25	10	30	390
GMELA1.3-240	1.3	120	10	19	25	10	30	390
GMELA2-140	2	140	14	26	35	11	37	450
GMELA2-190	2	190	14	26	35	11	37	450
GMELA2-280	2	280	14	26	35	11	37	450
GMELA2.5-170	2.5	170	14	26	35	11	37	540
GMELA2.5-280	2.5	280	14	26	35	11	37	540
GMELA4-210	4	210	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA4-240	4	240	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA4-340	4	340	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA4-420	4	420	18	36	45	15	47	675
GMELA5-240	5	240	20	36	45	15	47	765
GMELA5-340	5	340	20	36	45	15	47	765
GMELA5-480	5	480	20	36	45	15	47	765
GMELA7.5-300	7.5	300	24	46	60	15	59	945
GMELA7.5-540	7.5	540	24	46	60	15	59	945
GMELA7.5-680	7.5	680	24	46	60	15	59	945
GMELA10-340	10	340	28	46	70	15	59	1100
GMELA10-680	10	680	28	46	70	15	59	1100
GMELA15-400	15	400	34	69	98	15	80	1250
GMELA20-500	20	500	38	69	98	15	80	1550
GMELA20-1000	20	1000	38	69	98	15	80	1550
GMELA32-700	32	700	50	88	135	23	107	2150
GMELA32-1200	32	1200	50	88	135	23	107	2150

Double Head Lifting Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Sizes (mm)			Popular Length
	Tons	D	D1	D2	(mm)
GME1002013	1.3	10	19	25	50	55	65	85	100	120
GME1002025	2.5	14	26	35	65	85	110	120	140	170
GME1002050	5.0	20	36	50	95	120	140	170	180	210

 Easy Lift Utility Anchor

Code	Size	TensleLoad	Dimensions (Inch)			Slab Thickness
		SWL(LBS)	H	L	D	Inch
GME 100812318	12V	1200	3-1/8	5.28	0.45	4
GME  100812334		3000	3-3/4	6		4-1/2
GME 100812434		4000	4-3/4	7.12		5-1/2
GME 100812634		5000	6-3/4	9.38		8
GME 100817318	17V	2000	3-1/8	5.3	0.67	4
GME 100817334		4000	3-3/4	6.8		4-1/2
GME 100817434		6000	4-3/4	7.4		5-1/2
GME 100817634		10000	6-3/4	10		8

Plate Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Popular Length (L)			Axb
	Tons	mm			mm
GME1007025	2.5	55	120		70x70
GME 1007050	5.0	55	65	110	90*90
GME1007100	10.0	115			90*90

Straight Rebar Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Popular Length
	Tons	L (mm)
GME1006025	2.5	400	520
GME1006040	4.0	510	720	1150
GME1006050	5.0	580	900
GME1006075	7.5	750	1150
GME1006100	10.0	870	1300
GME1006150	15.0	1080	1550

Off-set Lifting Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Sizes (mm)
	Tons	D	D1	D2	L
GME1003013	1.3	10	19	25	227
GME1003025	2.5	14	26	35	268
GME1003040	4.0	18	36	45	406
GME1003050	5.0	20	36	50	466
GME1003075	7.5	24	46	60	664
GME1003100	10.0	28	46	70	667
GME1003150	15.0	34	69	85	825
GME1003200	20.0	38	69	98	986

Eye Anchor

Code	Rated Load	Sizes (mm)
	Tons	D	D1	L	S
GME1004013	1.3	10	19	65	8
GME1004025	2.5	14	26	90	10
GME1004050	5.0	20	36	120	14
GME1004100	10.0	28	46	180	20
GME1004200	20.0	38	69	250	28

Safety Factor is 3:1. Other different Lengths and load capacity are available upon request.

Stainless Steel 304 (A2) / 316 (A4) / 20Mn2A are available upon request

Specification: 1.3T, 2.5T, 4T, 5T, 7.5T, 10T, 15T, 20T, 32T

Surface: Original Color. Zinc Plating. Hot Dip Galvanized

Criteria for Anchor Selection

The maximum load capacity, edge distance, and mounting values can be found in the corresponding tables. No matter which type of anchor is selected (based on the load acting on the anchor), the following factors must be considered:

● weight of performs

● number of anchors

●  anchor layout

● number of load-bearing anchors

● the opening angle in the hoist

● anchor diagonal pull characteristics

● dynamic load

●adhesion to formwork if the slab is cast horizontally and then lifted upright without a tilt table, ensure adequate reinforcement

Number of Anchors

The number of anchors determines the type of hoist to be used. A hoist with more than two cables is statically uncertain if the anchors are aligned along a single axis. A hoist with more than three cables is considered to be statically uncertain if no measures are taken to ensure that the load is distributed between all anchors (e.g., using extension beams, etc.).

Load Capacity

The load capacity of the anchor depends on:

● concrete compression strength foci at time of lift (cube-test 15 × 15 × 15 cm)

● anchorage length of the anchor

● edge and axial anchor-spacing

● load direction 

● reinforcement layout

Lifting Foot Anchor Packaging

The quality of product packaging directly affects the quality of the product. Therefore, we have established a strict packaging management system:

strict responsibility system

inspection system for packaging quality

scientific control statistical method

Packing details, By sea

Wood Carton+ woven bag+ Iron belt

1. Reliable protection of goods and no customer complaints in 7 years.

2. Create conditions for mechanization and automation of loading and unloading.

3. Reduce packaging size, reduce transportation costs.

4. Save packaging costs.

5. To facilitate the inventory of goods.

6. Promote packaging standardization.

7. To reduce storage costs.

8. Moisture-proof

Packing List As Below:

Material Stock System

The regular material stock of more than US$ 1.5 million, be ready for the urgent demand.

Installation and Application

Anchor installation and application – Static system

Transport anchors are made out of killed steel with a high notch toughness which retains its safe load capacity under shock load in temperatures as low as minus 20°C. Transport anchors production is DIN EN ISO 9001 certified and is subjected to continuous monitoring. The spherical head transport anchor is cast in with the recess former attached. After the concrete has set the recess former is removed; the lifting link can then be attached to the transport anchor. The connection fulfills all work regulation safety requirements; the transport anchor is in a recess, there are no protruding parts in the finished elements.

A wide selection of transport anchors in various load classes and lengths guarantees that for nearly every shape of a reinforced concrete precast element the required technical, correct solution is available and remains cost-efficient– for conventional building projects(beams, ceiling slabs, trusses, columns

and stairs); and also, for utility and excavation projects (pipes and shafts).

Load transfer and failure behavior

The spherical head anchors for load class 1.3 to 45.0 are forged from rod material. Depending on the application, anchors are available in different lengths. Longer anchors are available if reduced edge spacing or low concrete strengths need to be considered.

The load transfer into the concrete is via the anchor foot. This allows high possible loads with relatively short anchor lengths. In very thin elements these concentrated loads lead to lateral spalling caused by high tensile splitting.

Compared with other transport anchor systems the symmetrical design of the anchor foot does not require specific placement when installing the anchor (rotational symmetry).

In typical wall thicknesses, the concentrated load distribution as displayed by the spherical head transport anchor foot has advantages in comparison with gradual, supposedly smooth load distribution effecting from ribbed steel. This has been proved in numerous tests by the Institute for Concrete and Masonry Construction at the Technical University of Darmstadt ((Institute for Solid Construction der TU Darmstadt). A typical failure pattern in tests is a cone-shaped failure originating from the foot of the anchor. By using a longer anchor a larger area is utilized to distribute the load in the concrete.

1.  Expected failure if anchor load is too high

 2. Blow-out failure only in very thin elements

The length of the spherical head transport anchors depends on the concrete cross-section and concrete grade, and are designed for optimal load capacity.

The universal head lifting link rests against the concrete in diagonal pull and transfers the horizontal load factor directly into the concrete. 

Consequently, there is no reduction in load-bearing capacity to account for diagonal loading in large surface elements. For example; as is standard for sleeve anchors. Additional reinforcement is not required.

Additional diagonal bursting reinforcement is required in thin wall elements

. Details can be found in the section “spherical head transport anchor for beams and walls “.

A tilting aid is required with transverse stress in thin wall elements at 90 degrees to the slab surface. A tilting anchor can be used for load classes 2,5 and 5,0. We generally recommend using a tilting-table.

Multi-layer elements can be moved using the offset spherical head rod anchor or the offset spherical head transport anchor.

Application Picture

Relative Project (with)

In September 2019, GME participate in the Thailand precast concrete exhibition and successfully concluded the exhibition. 

After the exhibition, we went to the customer's factory to learn and provide solutions for customers.

Response & Production

Reply within 12H

The professional team can respond to your inquiry or question within 12H after receiving the inquiry.

Case Analysis

A professional technical and sales team will work on your project.

Customized Solution

After the discussion, we will give a satisfied & tailor-made solution.

Quote

once the solution is accepted, we will provide our best rate.

Order

When a quote is accepted, you can place formal order.

Production

when our FD receives the transfer copy or payment, our factory will start production asap

After-Sales

Quality Feedback Collection

collect quality feedback from our customers to keep ourselves informed of our product quality.

Goods Arrival Notice

track the goods, let customers know when the goods are about to arrive.

Shipping Notice

Once we send out our goods, we will send the tracking number, pictures, and requirements to our clients

Operation Guide

When customers meet problems and need instruction, we will be there.

Regular Visit

Regular visit by email, Whatsapp, phone call.

FAQ

QI: How long about delivery time for Concrete Lifting anchors?

A1: The delivery time will be very short, normally we keep the raw materials for old customers, and sometimes we also keep stock products to make sure delivery time in any emergency cases. 

Q2: How do we guarantee the quality of our Concrete lifting anchors?

A2: We have established an advanced quality management system which conducts strict quality tests at every step, from raw materials to the final product. At the same time, we provide extensive follow-up service assurances as required.

Q3: How soon can we receive the product after purchase?

A3: Within three days of placing an order, we will book the vessel for goods. The specific shipping date is dependent upon international and government factors but is typically 7 T

Why Choose Us?

1.Asian reliable supplier from China, we have served numerous clients all over the world. We have been working with our customers for fifteen years. We have a comprehensive set of services, sales, and after-sales service.

2.We have all the popular design; Small order is accepted and competitive price.

3.Our team will inspect and test goods very carefully when Know the material tread and know the market

4. All inquiries responded within 12 hours Close to the port, providing great advantages to trade

5.What are your payment terms? For other payment terms, we can negotiate about it depend on specific order details.

6. After the product enters the freight forwarding warehouse:

①Our salesman confirms that the bill of lading is correct and informs the customer of the sailing date and arrival date.

②Provide customs clearance information such as invoices, packing data, BL, Form-e and CO, pictures of products entering the warehouse, etc.

③Or provides a one-stop DDP service for customs clearance.