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Bridge clamp

TLA-STK-BRC-280 / -380
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Bridge clamp — locks the top corner castings of two side-by-side containers together horizontally, turning a row of containers into a single braced wall when used with twistlocks.

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Specifications
MaterialSteel (can be hot-dipped galvanised)
Load Rating (SWL)SWL 50 kN — MBL 100 kN, tension only. Not rated for vertical load
DimensionsAvailable in 280 mm and 380 mm lengths
Finish / CoatingHot dipped galvanised

Load ratings are as published in the TLA 2026 catalogue. Site-specific ratings and certification: on request.

Features
  • Tighten by turning the central nut, secure with the lock-nut
  • Two SKUs — 280 mm (TLA-STK-BRC-280) and 380 mm (TLA-STK-BRC-380)
  • Horizontal use only — no positive engagement vertically
  • Compatible with all ISO-type shipping containers
  • Horizontal orientation only — bridge fittings are tension connections between side-by-side containers, never vertical load connections
Typical applications

Horizontal locking of side-by-side containers into braced walls; temporary fixing during container construction or fabrication.

Description

The bridge clamp draws adjacent containers tight across their top corner castings, adding the horizontal restraint that twistlocks alone do not provide and turning a row of boxes into a braced wall. It is also the usual choice for temporary fixing during construction, fabrication or assembly, where the clamp has to come off again afterwards. Supplied hot-dip galvanised.

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