Spreader Plates and
Spreader Pads
UHMW-PE pad options from compact MEWP sizes to 3000mm Heavy Lift plates. Manufacturer-listed pad capacities reach 315 tonnes on the Heavy Lift range. Select the exact product using the verified maximum reaction, required bearing area and assessed ground capacity.
What Are Spreader Plates
Outrigger Spreader Plates for Crane Operations
Spreader plates are intended to increase the contact area beneath an outrigger foot and reduce calculated ground pressure. They do not by themselves prove ground suitability or crane stability; the lift plan must verify the maximum reaction, bearing area, supporting ground and exact pad capacity.
The terms "spreader plate", "spreader pad", "outrigger pad", and "crane pad" are often used interchangeably in this context. Always select from the exact product specification rather than relying on the name alone.
Shop by Size
Spreader Plates for Every Application
All prices exclude VAT. VAT at 20% added at checkout. Heavy Lift plates 1500mm and above shown in the next section.
MEWPs & Scissorlifts
400×400mm, 40mm
£48 ex VAT
12-tonne capacity shown on the product page. Verify the maximum reaction and assessed ground capacity before selection.
Shop Now →HIABs & Lorry Loaders
600×600mm, 40mm
£85 ex VAT
21-tonne manufacturer-listed pad capacity. Verify the reaction, float geometry and required bearing area for the planned setup.
Shop Now →Concrete Pumps & Mid Cranes
800×800mm, 50mm
£180 ex VAT
42-tonne manufacturer-listed pad capacity. Select from verified reaction, float geometry and assessed ground capacity.
Shop Now → Regular Premium1000mm Regular Premium
1000×1000mm, 60mm
£399 ex VAT
73.5-tonne manufacturer-listed pad capacity. The planned lift must still pass both the pad-capacity and ground-pressure checks.
Shop Now →1200mm Regular Premium
1200×1200mm, 60mm
£469 ex VAT
115-tonne manufacturer-listed pad capacity. Check the exact reaction and required bearing area; crane or boom size alone does not select the pad.
Shop Now →Modular Bearing-Area Systems
Modular Mat System
Interlocking sections used in stated configurations to create a larger bearing area. Verify the complete layout capacity and the supporting ground; modular mats do not automatically make weak ground suitable.
View Modular →Heavy Lift Spreader Plates 1500mm to 3000mm
Project-grade UHMW-PE plates with manufacturer-listed pad capacities from 126 to 315 tonnes. Assess them where a suitable regular Premium option cannot satisfy the verified reaction or required bearing area. Enquiry-led with a dedicated account manager and 24hr quote response. Project items are dispatched direct to site on a confirmed order.
1500×1500×100mm
From £1,665 ex VAT
View Product 230T Rated2000×1000×100mm
From £1,249 ex VAT
View Product 241T Rated2000×1200×100mm
From £1,399 ex VAT
View Product 252T Rated1800×1800×100mm
From £2,360 ex VAT
View Product 262T Rated2000×2000×100mm
From £2,765 ex VAT
View Product 315T Rated3000×2000×100mm
From £3,525 ex VAT
View ProductProject lift specification? Heavy Lift orders run through a dedicated account manager. We aim to come back with pricing and lead time within 24hr of enquiry. Pallet freight quoted per delivery. Trade pricing available.
UHMW-PE vs Steel
UHMW-PE Compared with Steel Plate
UHMW-PE can reduce corrosion and manual-handling concerns, but material alone does not determine suitability. Check the exact product weight, capacity, stiffness, foot geometry and supporting conditions.
- Lower material density than steel; plan handling from the exact product weight
- Bearing distribution depends on pad stiffness, float geometry and supporting ground
- UHMW-PE does not rust; inspect for damage, deformation and contamination
- Surface finish and handles vary by product; check the specification
- Use the stated lifting points and a suitable handling plan for the pad weight
- Do not assume manual handling is suitable; many pad sizes require mechanical assistance
UHMW-PE vs Timber
UHMW-PE Compared with Timber Mats
UHMW-PE avoids rot and timber splinters, but it does not remove the need for inspection, correct support or a competent selection.
- Does not splinter like timber; withdraw any pad showing damage or deformation
- Low water absorption and no timber rot
- Use only within the manufacturer's stated conditions and inspect before use
- Single-piece products have no timber fixings; modular layouts require their stated connections
- Plan handling from the exact product weight, not the material name
- No blanket service life applies; inspect before every use and store as specified
Product Routes by Application
Start with Verified Load and Ground Data
These links are starting points, not size recommendations. Use the Pad Size Calculator with a verified reaction and assessed ground capacity, then confirm the exact pad in the lift plan.
| Product Route | Required Checks | Starting Point | From | Browse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEWP and access-equipment route | Verify reaction and ground | Browse 400×400mm product route | £48 | Shop → |
| HIAB and lorry-loader route | Verify reaction and ground | Browse HIAB and lorry-loader options | £48 | View Range → |
| Concrete-pump route | Verify reaction and ground | Browse concrete-pump options | £180 | View Range → |
| Mobile-crane regular Premium route | Verify reaction and ground | Browse regular Premium options | £180 | Shop → |
| Larger regular Premium footprints | Verify reaction and ground | Browse larger regular Premium footprints | £399 | Shop → |
| 1200mm regular Premium route | Verify reaction and ground | Browse the 1200mm regular Premium product | £469 | Shop → |
| Heavy Lift enquiry route | Verify reaction and ground | Browse Heavy Lift 1500mm to 2000mm products | £1,249 | View Heavy Lift → |
| Project-lift engineering enquiry | Verify reaction and ground | Browse larger Heavy Lift products; crawler track support needs an engineered mat layout | £2,765 | View Heavy Lift → |
Not Sure Which Size You Need?
Enter the verified maximum reaction and assessed ground capacity to screen candidate pad sizes. Confirm the result against the manufacturer data and lift plan.
Applications
Where Spreader Plates Are Used
UHMW-PE spreader plates are used across the lifting and construction industry wherever outrigger loads need to be spread safely across the ground.
- Mobile crane outriggers
- MEWP and cherry picker stabilisers
- HIAB and lorry loader legs
- Concrete pump outriggers
- Telehandler stabilisers
- Piling rig outriggers and heavy plant
- Project lifts and contract lift contractors
Fleet Supply
Trade Accounts and Volume Orders
Supplying a fleet or managing pad stocks for a hire company? We work with plant hire operators, crane contractors, and construction businesses across the UK.
- Consistent pad specs across your entire fleet
- Volume pricing available on orders of 4+ pads
- Next day delivery on all UK stock items
- Heavy Lift via dedicated account manager
- One to one technical support on selection
Common Questions
Spreader Plate FAQs
Are spreader plates the same as outrigger pads or crane pads?
The terms are often used interchangeably for pads placed under outriggers or stabiliser feet. The exact construction and capacity still matter, so select from the product specification rather than the name alone.
What size spreader plate do I need?
Use the verified maximum outrigger reaction, assessed ground bearing capacity and float footprint. The Pad Size Calculator is a screening aid; the final selection must be confirmed in the lift plan.
When does a job need a Heavy Lift plate instead of a standard pad?
Assess Heavy Lift plates where no regular Premium pad satisfies both the verified reaction and required bearing area. The range runs from 1500mm to 3000mm with manufacturer-listed pad capacities from 126 to 315 tonnes. Crane gross tonnage alone does not select the pad.
Can UHMW-PE spreader plates be used on tarmac and concrete?
They can be used where a competent assessment confirms the surface and supporting layers can withstand the design pressure. A hard-looking surface does not by itself prove adequate bearing capacity.
How fast is delivery?
The standard range up to 1200mm ships next day on UK orders placed before 2pm. Heavy Lift plates 1500mm and above are quoted enquiry-led with confirmed lead time at the point of order, typically two to three weeks. Pallet freight quoted per delivery on Heavy Lift.
Do you offer trade pricing for plant hire and crane companies?
Yes. Volume orders, fleet standardisation, and Heavy Lift specifications all qualify for trade pricing. Call 07752 806706 or email sales@cranepadsolutionsuk.co.uk with your requirements and we'll come back same working day.
Ready to Order?
UK stock. Next day delivery on standard range. Heavy Lift quoted within 24hr.
Related Guides and Tools
Pad Size Calculator
Enter verified reaction and assessed ground data to screen candidate pad sizes.
Ground Bearing Calculator
Screen calculated pressure against an assessed ground-capacity input; verify the final design.
Heavy Lift Technical Guide
Manufacturer-listed capacities, ground-bearing guidance and the Heavy Lift range.
Mobile Crane Pads
Regular Premium pads up to 140 tonnes and Heavy Lift plates from 126 to 315 tonnes listed pad capacity.
Full Size Chart
All CPS pad dimensions, load ratings, and weights in one table.
FAQ
Are spreader plates the same as crane pads? Plus sizing and delivery.
