Spreader Plates & Load Spreaders UK
UHMW-PE spreader plates for cranes, outriggers and heavy plant. Lighter than steel, stronger than timber and built for repeated site use. UK stock, same day dispatch.
Outrigger Spreader Plates for Crane Operations
Spreader plates (also called outrigger pads, crane pads or load spreaders) sit underneath crane outrigger feet to distribute the point load across a wider area of ground. This prevents the outrigger punching through soft surfaces, reduces ground bearing pressure and helps maintain crane stability during lifting operations.
The terms "spreader plate", "outrigger pad" and "crane pad" are used interchangeably across the industry. At CPS, all our pads function as spreader plates. They spread the outrigger load across the ground surface to keep your crane stable and your site safe.
Why Polymer Beats Steel Plate
Traditional steel spreader plates are heavy, awkward to handle and concentrate load at the edges. UHMW-PE spreader plates offer a better solution for most crane and plant applications.
- Up to 80% lighter than equivalent steel plate
- Distributes load evenly across the full pad surface
- Will not rust, corrode or degrade with weather exposure
- Textured surface grips the outrigger foot
- Safe to handle on site with no sharp edges
- One person can carry and position most sizes
Why Polymer Beats Timber Mats
Hardwood timber spreader mats have been used for decades, but they come with ongoing maintenance costs and safety risks that UHMW-PE eliminates.
- Will not split, crack or splinter under load
- Zero water absorption, no swelling or rot
- Consistent performance in all weather conditions
- No nails, bolts or metal fixings to fail
- Lighter than equivalent hardwood
- Longer service life with no maintenance required
Spreader Plates by Size
Our most popular spreader plate sizes for crane and plant work. All prices shown are the price you pay. No VAT added at checkout.
21 tonne rated £99 800x800mm, 50mm Concrete pumps, HIABs
42 tonne rated £195 1000x1000mm, 60mm Mobile cranes, boom pumps
60 tonne rated £399 1200x1200mm, 60mm Heavy cranes, piling rigs
115 tonne rated £469
Need round pads or modular mats? We stock round spreader plates from 800mm to 1200mm and modular interlocking mats for very heavy plant on soft ground.
Which Spreader Plate Size Do You Need?
The right spreader plate depends on the outrigger load and the ground conditions. Use our free Pad Size Calculator for exact sizing or use the table below as a starting point.
| Application | Typical Outrigger Load | Recommended Spreader Plate | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEWPs and cherry pickers | Up to 5 tonnes per leg | 400-600mm square, 40mm thick | £45 |
| HIABs and lorry loaders | 5-15 tonnes per leg | 400-800mm square or round, 40-50mm | £45 |
| Concrete pumps | 8-30 tonnes per leg | 800-1200mm square, 50-60mm | £180 |
| Mobile cranes (small) | 10-25 tonnes per leg | 800-1000mm square, 50-60mm | £180 |
| Mobile cranes (large) | 25-60+ tonnes per leg | 1000-1200mm square, 60-80mm | £399 |
| Piling rigs and heavy plant | 30+ tonnes per leg | 1200mm+ square or modular system | £469 |
Where Spreader Plates Are Used
Our UHMW-PE spreader plates are used across the lifting and construction industry. Common applications include mobile crane outriggers, MEWP and cherry picker stabilisers, HIAB and lorry loader legs, concrete pump outriggers, telehandler stabilisers and piling rig outriggers.
Whether you call them spreader plates, outrigger pads, crane mats or load spreaders, the job is the same: spread the load, protect the ground, stabilise the machine.
Looking for Spreader Plates?
Browse our full range or use the calculator to find the right size for your crane. Trade accounts and volume pricing available.
Not sure which size? Call 07752 806706 or email us.
