Counterweight Calculator

Outreach
(Distance from fulcrum to suspension point)
Feet*
Inches*
Outreach Converted
Load
Load (In lbs)*
(Rated working load of hoist)
Backspan
(Distance from fulcrum to center of counterweights)
Feet*
Inches*
Backspan Converted
Results
Counterweight Required (lbs.)
Each (50 lb counterweights)
Fulcrum Working Load
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Reach
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Backspan
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Rated working load of hoist
Fulcrum Working Load per Leg (when putting outrigger beam on scaffolding or caster dollies) Calculation does not include the weight of the supporting scaffold or rolling roof rigs.

Outreach