SM2-600G 2-Person Square Crane Man Basket
Premier Series | Two-Person | Square | No Overhead Protection
Product Description
The SM2-600G is a two-occupant crane-suspended personnel platform designed for maintenance and inspection teams that need to work side-by-side in compact but not ultra-tight spaces. Its 38″ x 38″ square footprint provides a stable, balanced platform with more room than a single-person basket while still fitting into many plant layouts, steel bays, and access openings.
Built to meet or exceed OSHA 1926.1431 requirements for hoisting personnel, the SM2-600G features all-welded steel construction, 42″ guardrails with 6″ toeboards, an inward swinging access gate, and multiple tie-off points for personal fall protection. The 600 lb rated capacity is sized for two workers with tools and PPE, and the approximately 430 lb basket weight keeps the combined suspended load manageable for a wide range of crane configurations.
Like all Lifting Technologies Premier crane man baskets, the SM2-600G is manufactured in Missoula, Montana, and ships as a complete package including a four-leg sling assembly, detachable test weight system, access to Lifting Technologies online video training, and documentation. Each unit is proof-load tested to 125% of its rated capacity—750 lb—before leaving the facility, and ships with certification, inspection checklists, and operator guidelines to support site safety and compliance.
The SM2-600G is widely used in power generation, petrochemical, and manufacturing environments where two-person access improves productivity and safety for inspection, small repairs, and routine maintenance at height. Its square footprint offers a good balance of stability and maneuverability, making it a practical choice when two technicians need to share tools and workspace without moving to a larger multi-person platform.
Industrial Applications
Power Generation & Utilities
Power generation facilities rely on crane-suspended personnel platforms for access to boilers, ducts, precipitators, and turbine hall structures where scaffolding is impractical or outage windows are limited. The SM2-600G’s 38″ x 38″ square footprint gives two-person teams a compact yet stable platform for generator exciter inspections, economizer repairs, and ductwork touch-ups where a technician and helper need to work together in tight mechanical spaces.
The square deck allows workers to position close to equipment while staging shared tools and test devices, helping plants handle two-person maintenance tasks efficiently without stepping up to a larger basket.
Petrochemical & Refining
Refineries and petrochemical plants use personnel platforms for column tray inspections, exchanger work, and pipe rack maintenance where space is constrained and safety requirements are strict. The SM2-600G supports two-person tasks such as column externals checks, localized exchanger work, and small piping or valve repairs along pipe racks where a compact, stable platform is more practical than a long rectangular basket.
Its 38″ x 38″ footprint helps crews work between pipe rows and structural members while maintaining an OSHA-compliant guardrail system and capacity for two technicians with tools and instrumentation.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturing and industrial facilities depend on personnel platforms for overhead crane maintenance, conveyor system repairs, HVAC service, and access to ceiling-mounted production equipment. The SM2-600G gives maintenance teams a square, two-person platform for overhead crane rail maintenance, conveyor drive servicing, and exhaust or ductwork tasks where two workers share tools and replacement components in confined overhead areas.
The balanced square footprint offers a stable working surface that can navigate around overhead cranes, structural bracing, and process equipment while supporting two workers and their gear within the 600 lb rating.
Features & Benefits
Two-Person Square Work Platform: The 38″ x 38″ deck provides enough room for two workers, tools, and materials while maintaining a compact footprint that fits into many plant bays, pipe alleys, and structural openings.
Stable, Balanced Footprint: The square platform offers a naturally balanced footprint that enhances stability and worker comfort, ideal for two-person inspection and maintenance tasks in areas where ultra-compact single-person baskets are not required.
OSHA-Compliant Premier Construction: Designed to comply with OSHA 1926.1431 for crane-suspended personnel platforms, the SM2-600G features 42″ guardrails, 6″ toeboards, an inward-swinging gate, multiple fall protection anchor points, and a dedicated base-attached suspension system that reduces platform tipping.
Proof Load Tested to 750 lb: Each SM2-600G is proof-load tested at 750 lb (125% of its 600 lb rated capacity) prior to shipment and ships with proof-load certificates, inspection records, and serial-number traceability for safety documentation and audits.
Optimized Weight-to-Capacity Ratio: With an approximate basket weight of 430 lb and a 600 lb capacity, the SM2-600G offers a robust structure and two-person rating while keeping total suspended load manageable for a broad range of cranes and rigging configurations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA regulations apply to the SM2-600G?
OSHA 1926.1431 governs the use of crane-suspended personnel platforms in construction, specifying requirements for proof-load testing, guardrail and toeboard dimensions, fall protection anchor points, and documented inspections. The SM2-600G is designed and documented to support compliance with this standard.
How much weight can the SM2-600G hold?
The SM2-600G has a maximum rated capacity of 600 lb, which includes the combined weight of both occupants plus tools, materials, and personal protective equipment. With a basket weight of roughly 430 lb, the total suspended load is approximately 1,030 lb, excluding rigging; every unit is proof-load tested at 750 lb (125% of capacity) prior to shipment.
How many people can work in the SM2-600G?
The SM2-600G is rated for two occupants. Lift planning should allocate the 600 lb capacity across two workers and their equipment, using conservative per-person weight allocations so that the combined weight of crew, tools, and PPE stays within the rated load.
When should the SM2-600G be used instead of the SM1-300G?
The SM2-600G is preferred when two workers need to work together at height—sharing tools, handling components, or performing tasks that benefit from a helper—while still keeping a compact basket size. The SM1-300G is better suited when only a single technician is required and maximum compactness for confined access is the priority.
Can the SM2-600G be customized?
Yes. Lifting Technologies can customize the SM2-600G with options such as additional tool or material trays, modified gate or rail details, specialized rigging configurations, additional fall protection anchor points, and custom paint colors or markings to match site or corporate standards.
What documentation comes with the SM2-600G?
Each SM2-600G ships with proof-load test certification, operator guidelines, pre-use inspection checklists, access to Lifting Technologies online video training, and product specifications. Additional documentation and training resources are available to support regulatory compliance, safety programs, and workforce onboarding.
Find Out More
For a compact single-person square platform, see the SM1-300G. For larger square crew platforms, see the SM3-900G and SM4-1200G models. For an overview of Premier crane man baskets and OSHA guidance, visit the Premier Crane Man Basket page and the Crane Man Basket OSHA Regulations page.