ERM1-250/26 Single-Person Round Crane Man Basket
Product Description
The ERM1-250/26 is a single-occupant, crane-suspended personnel platform in Lifting Technologies’ Professional series, designed for elevated work in confined or restricted spaces where a compact round basket with a slightly larger footprint is required. Its 26″ diameter overhead-protected platform gives one worker more room than smaller 19″ and 21″ baskets while still providing 360-degree access around towers, tanks, stacks, and other cylindrical structures in tight work envelopes.
Engineered to comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1431 for hoisting personnel and OSHA 1926.502 for fall protection, the ERM1-250/26 uses a high-strength 0.120″ wall square tubular steel frame, heavy-gauge steel floor grating, 42″ high guardrails, 6″ toeboards, perforated steel side panels from toeboard to mid-rail, an inward-swinging access gate with positive restraining device, and a full-perimeter inner grab rail providing personal fall-arrest anchorage. The 250 lb rated load capacity is intended for a single worker plus tools and PPE, and the approximately 240 lb basket weight keeps total suspended load low while offering a slightly larger work area than the smaller-diameter Professional round models.
Smaller Professional round baskets such as the ERM1-250/26 use a dedicated steel lifting bar with an integrated master link for quick connection to the crane, helping maintain stable, controlled positioning under the hook with minimal rigging complexity. Each unit is proof-load tested at 313 lb—125% of its 250 lb rated capacity—before shipment and is supplied with Lifting Technologies’ easy-on/easy-off detachable test weight system, proof-load certificates, inspection checklists, access to a Lifting Technologies online training video, and a use and safety handbook to support compliant lift planning and site safety programs.
The ERM1-250/26 is used where a single technician needs crane-suspended access in tight but not ultra-small work envelopes—such as localized inspection points, instrumentation locations, and shell or column access—while maintaining OSHA-compliant guardrails, 6″ toeboards, anchorage, and documentation. Overhead protection is standard for this model to help protect the worker from falling objects in demanding industrial and construction environments.
Industrial Applications
Construction & Structural
The ERM1-250/26 is well-suited to work where clearances are tight but a bit more standing room and tool space are needed than the smallest single-person models allow, such as column connections, tank shell features, and façade details. Its 26″ diameter round platform balances compact access with additional comfort and maneuverability for a single worker.
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
In manufacturing plants and industrial facilities, ERM1-250/26 supports single-person access to equipment fronts, structural framing, and mezzanine edges where a small, overhead-protected basket can be positioned under existing cranes. The slightly larger footprint than 21″ models provides more space to handle tools and parts while maintaining OSHA-compliant guardrails and 6″ toeboards.
Power Generation & Utilities
Power and utility sites use the ERM1-250/26 for tasks such as localized boiler or stack work, small access points around balance-of-plant equipment, and minor inspection or repair activities where a single worker needs just a bit more room than the smallest baskets provide.
Features & Benefits
Compact Single-Person Round Work Area: The 26″ diameter round platform provides a focused work area for one worker plus tools and PPE, offering more room than smaller 19″ and 21″ baskets while still fitting into confined spaces around towers, tanks, and columns.
Professional-Series, OSHA-Compliant Construction: A high-strength 0.120″ wall square tubular steel frame, heavy-gauge floor grating, 42″ guardrails, 6″ toeboards, perforated side panels from toeboard to mid-rail, inward-swinging access gate, and a full-perimeter inner grab rail deliver OSHA 1926.502-compliant fall protection in a cost-effective Professional design.
Integrated Overhead Protection: An overhead frame with perforated steel skylights provides overhead object protection while maintaining visibility and approximately 79″ interior height, supporting work in environments with falling-object hazards.
Lifting-Bar Suspension for Compact Models: Smaller Professional round baskets like the ERM1-250/26 use a robust steel lifting bar with an integrated master link to connect directly to the crane hook, simplifying rigging while helping maintain level orientation under load.
Proof Load Tested With Detachable Test Weight: Each ERM1-250/26 is proof-load tested at 313 lb (125% of its 250 lb rated capacity) and includes Lifting Technologies’ easy-on/easy-off detachable test weight system, along with proof-load certificates, inspection documentation, and access to an online training video for safety and audit readiness.
Durable Powder-Coat Finish and Custom Options: An electrostatic powder-coat finish in standard solid red (with yellow test weights) offers resistance to impact, abrasion, chemicals, and corrosion; additional fall protection anchor points, tag lines, and other custom features can be engineered to meet specific site requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA regulations apply to the ERM1-250/26?
: ERM1-250/26 is designed to comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1431 for hoisting personnel with cranes and OSHA 1926.502 Subpart M for fall protection, including requirements for proof-load testing, 42" guardrail and 6" toeboard dimensions, enclosure between toeboard and mid-rail, and personal fall-arrest anchorage.
How much weight can the ERM1-250/26 hold?
ERM1-250/26 has a maximum rated capacity of 250 lb, which includes the worker plus tools, materials, and personal protective equipment; the basket itself weighs approximately 240 lb, excluding rigging, and each unit is proof-load tested at 313 lb (125% of rated capacity) before shipment.
How many people can work in the ERM1-250/26?
The ERM1-250/26 is rated for a single occupant. Lift planning should treat the 250 lb capacity as inclusive of the worker, tools, and PPE so that the total live load remains within the rated capacity.
When is ERM1-250/26 preferred over other Professional round baskets?
Choose ERM1-250/26 when a single worker needs overhead-protected access and a bit more space than 19" or 21" baskets provide, but still requires a compact round footprint; larger Professional round models with higher capacities and diameters are better suited when additional workspace or multiple occupants are needed.
Does ERM1-250/26 include overhead protection?
Yes. ERM1-250/26 is supplied as a round Professional basket with overhead protection, using a perforated steel overhead frame to help shield the worker from falling objects while maintaining clear sightlines and approximately 79" interior height.
What documentation comes with the ERM1-250/26?
Each ERM1-250/26 ships with proof-load test certification, operator guidelines, pre-use inspection checklists, access to a Lifting Technologies online training video, and the Lifting Technologies Use and Safety Handbook. Additional documentation for regulatory or site-specific safety requirements is available upon request.
When should I choose the ERM1-250/26 over the ERM1-250/21?
Choose the ERM1-250/26 when you still need a compact single-person basket but want extra workspace for tools or more freedom of movement; the 26" diameter platform offers more standing room than the 21" model while remaining suitable for many confined areas.
Is the ERM1-250/26 a good option for plant maintenance work?
Yes. The ERM1-250/26 is a strong fit for general maintenance activities in industrial plants and facilities where a single technician performs inspection, minor repair, or adjustment tasks around equipment fronts, platforms, or structural framing.
Find Out More
For other Professional round baskets with different diameters and capacities, see the Professional Man Basket (Round) page.
For multi-person or larger-platform solutions, consider rectangular and square Professional crane man baskets in the same series.
For heavier-duty Premier series options, see the Premier Crane Man Basket and Premier Round Man Basket pages.