Tools, Calculators and Technical Guides
Everything you need to select the right outrigger pad, check ground bearing pressure and plan your lift. Built for crane operators, lift planners and plant hire contractors.
Enter your outrigger load and ground type. The calculator recommends the right pad from the CPS range, with options from both the Essential and Premium ranges.
Check whether a specific pad keeps ground pressure within safe limits for your site conditions. Shows pass, marginal and fail results with CPS recommendations.
Which pad for which job. Covers machine types, ground conditions, pad sizing and CPS product recommendations. Written for crane operators, lift planners and plant hire contractors.
How to configure the CPS modular interlocking mat system. Covers layout options, load ratings by configuration, outrigger footprint planning and assembly. For systems rated from 75 to 160 tonnes.
What ground bearing pressure means in practice. How to calculate it, what affects it and why it matters for every lift.
Read Guide →Step by step method for working out the minimum pad area you need based on outrigger load and ground conditions.
Read Guide →What the British Standard requires for ground conditions and outrigger support during crane operations.
Read Guide →Sizing guidance for lorry loader and HIAB outrigger pads. Covers typical loads, foot sizes and recommended pads.
Read Guide →Why UHMW-PE polymer is replacing timber for outrigger pads. Weight, durability, load performance and total cost of ownership compared.
Read Guide →When to use square outrigger pads versus round. Covers footprint, load distribution and practical site considerations.
Read Guide →Related Guides
FAQ
Sizing, load ratings, ground bearing, ordering and delivery.
Pad Size Chart
Compare all CPS pad sizes, load ratings and dimensions.
How to Calculate Pad Size
Step-by-step guide to working out the right outrigger pad size.
Crane Pads For Sale
Browse the full range of CPS crane pads and outrigger pads.
