ASME BTH-1 Members (2023)

Verification of below-the-hook lifting devices using ASME BTH-1:2023.

Run structural checks on lifting members directly in SDC Verifier with parameters and criteria defined in the latest edition of the standard.

About Standard

The 2023 edition of ASME BTH-1 (Design of Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices) sets the structural design requirements for lifting devices such as spreader bars, lifting beams, and frames. It is fully implemented in SDC Verifier for automated member checks based on cross-section geometry, bracing conditions, and specified design category.

Supported cross-section types:

  • Double symmetric I-shapes
  • Single symmetric channels
  • Circular and rectangular tubes
  • Circular and rectangular bars

ASME BTH-1:2023 is part of a long-standing series of standards ensuring safe design practices for lifting devices. It is aligned with ASME B30.20, covering construction, marking, and operational requirements. While the 2023 edition includes minor refinements, the underlying methodology remains consistent with the 2017 and 2020 editions.

Designers can choose the edition that best matches the project specifications or compliance obligations.

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