REC2-600 Two-Person Rectangular Crane Man Basket
Product Description
The REC2-600 is a two-occupant, crane-suspended personnel platform in Lifting Technologies’ Professional series, designed for crews working along beams, platforms, facades, and other flat structural surfaces where a rectangular footprint matches the work area. Its 36″ by 60″ open-top platform provides a shared workspace for two workers and tools while remaining compact for use in congested structural environments.
Engineered to comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1431 for hoisting personnel and OSHA 1926.502 for fall protection, REC2-600 features a high-strength 0.120″ wall, 1.5″ 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-opening access gate with positive restraining device, and a full-perimeter inner grab rail providing personal fall arrest anchorage. The 600 lb rated load capacity is intended for two workers plus tools and PPE, and the approximately 410 lb basket weight delivers rugged yet economical Professional-series construction.
A dedicated base-attached suspension system uses a four-leg sling assembly of 1/2″ 6×36 IWRC wire rope secured to a master link, with each leg attached to the platform base via swage sockets and safety-threaded clevis pins; a fifth safety leg is used for tie-off to the load line above the overhaul ball to help minimize tipping and align with OSHA hoisting requirements. Each REC2-600 is proof-load tested at 750 lb—125% of its 600 lb rated capacity—before shipment and is supplied with Lifting Technologies’ easy-on/easy-off detachable test weight system, proof-load certificates, inspection checklists, and training materials.
REC2-600 is used in construction, industrial maintenance, and infrastructure projects where two-person crews need crane-suspended access along straight runs and flat faces—such as structural steel edges, platform perimeters, building facades, and equipment fronts—while maintaining OSHA-compliant guardrails, anchorage, and documentation. Overhead protection structures and other custom features are available options for applications with specific overhead-hazard requirements.
Industrial Applications
Construction & Structural
Construction projects often require two-person crews to work along beams, slab edges, and flat façades where an elongated rectangular platform aligns with the structure. The REC2-600’s 36″ × 60″ footprint provides room for two workers and tools for tasks such as welds, bolt checks, mounting hardware, and facade work along straight segments.
Its Professional-series design and open-top configuration support crane-suspended access where scaffolding or permanent platforms are impractical, while the rectangular shape aids precise positioning along linear structural features.
Industrial Maintenance & Facilities
Industrial plants and facilities frequently require two-person access to equipment fronts, mezzanine and platform edges, and structural framing for inspection and repair. The REC2-600 offers a rectangular workspace suitable for equipment maintenance, platform-edge work, conduit or tray access, and other flat-face tasks where a two-person crew and tools must be supported under the crane.
OSHA-compliant guardrails, toeboards, and full-perimeter anchorage help align with facility safety programs when crane-suspended personnel platforms are used instead of fixed platforms or scaffolds.
Utilities & Infrastructure
Utility and infrastructure work—building bridges, viaducts, dams, and large structural elements—often involves linear features such as girders, parapets, and deck edges where a rectangular basket is easier to align than a round platform. The REC2-600 supports two-worker tasks such as inspection, minor concrete or steel repairs, and hardware installation along these flat surfaces when lifted by a crane.
Its 36″ × 60″ platform offers enough space for two technicians and tools to address multiple points along a section of structure from a single lift position, reducing the need for frequent repositioning.
Features & Benefits
Two-Person Rectangular Work Area
The 36″ × 60″ rectangular platform provides a shared workspace for two workers plus tools and materials, aligning naturally with beams, platform edges, and other flat or linear work zones.
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, inward-opening access gate, and a full-perimeter inner grab rail deliver OSHA 1926.502-compliant fall protection in a cost-effective Professional design.
Dedicated Base-Attached Sling Suspension With Safety Leg
The four-leg 1/2″ 6×36 IWRC wire rope sling assembly attached directly to the platform base, plus a fifth safety leg to the load line above the overhaul ball, help maintain level orientation, reduce tipping, and satisfy OSHA 1926.1431 personnel-hoisting requirements.
Proof Load Tested With Detachable Test Weight
Each REC2-600 is proof-load tested at 750 lb (125% of its 600 lb rated capacity) and includes Lifting Technologies’ easy-on/easy-off detachable test weight system, along with proof-load certificates and inspection documentation for safety and audit readiness.
Durable Powder-Coat Finish and Custom Options
An electrostatic powder-coat finish in standard solid red (with yellow test weight) offers high resistance to impact, abrasion, chemicals, and corrosion; custom colors, overhead protection structures, and additional custom features can be engineered to meet specific site or branding requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA regulations apply to the REC2-600?
REC2-600 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, guardrail and toeboard dimensions, anchorage, and enclosure between toeboard and mid-rail.
How much weight can the REC2-600 hold?
REC2-600 has a maximum rated capacity of 600 lb, which includes the combined weight of both workers plus tools, materials, and personal protective equipment. Each unit is proof-load tested at 750 lb (125% of rated capacity) before shipment, and the basket itself weighs approximately 410 lb, excluding rigging.
How many people can work in the REC2-600?
The REC2-600 is rated for two occupants. Lift planning should allocate the 600 lb capacity between both workers and their equipment so that the total load remains within the rated capacity.
When is REC2-600 preferred over REC1-300 or REC3-900?
Choose REC2-600 when two-person crews need a rectangular platform for work along flat or linear surfaces and the job requires more space and capacity than REC1-300 offers, but does not require the longer 36" × 84" work area and 900 lb capacity of REC3-900.
Does REC2-600 include overhead protection?
The standard REC2-600 is an open-top rectangular platform without an overhead frame. Overhead protection, overhead fall-arrest framing, and other structural additions are available as custom options for applications with elevated overhead-hazard exposure.
What documentation comes with the REC2-600?
Each REC2-600 ships with proof-load test certification, operator guidelines, pre-use inspection checklists, and access to Lifting Technologies’ Use and Safety Handbook and training materials, supporting regulatory compliance and site safety programs.
Find Out More
For other rectangular Professional baskets, see REC1-300, REC3-900, and REC4-1200. For square and round Professional baskets, visit the Professional Crane Man Basket page (square and round, with and without overhead protection). For heavier-duty Premier series options, see the Premier Crane Man Basket and Premier Man Basket (Round) pages.