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Gripping-Jaw Retrievers


Cup Jaws	Curved Jaws

Flat Jaws	Paddle Jaws

Claw Jaws	Scoop Jaws

Scoop Jaws—Adjustable Length

Pick up objects on the ground, grab items on high shelves, and reach into deep tanks.

Claw Jaw—Retrievers with claw jaws grasp oddly shaped objects. They telescope to extend your reach.

Scoop Jaw—Retrievers with scoop jaws are made up of 6-ft. sections that you can add or remove to adjust their length (additional sections sold separately).

	Retrievers								Replacement Cups
		Jaw
	Overall Lg.	Max. Jaw Cap.	Texture	Material	Flexibility	Features		Each		Each
Rubber Cup Jaws



		20"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws	0000000	000000	0000000	00000


		32"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		40"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		48"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		60"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		72"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		96"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		120"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		144"	4 1/2"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	———	0


		Plastic-Coated Curved Jaws



				20"	4"	Serrated	Steel	Rigid	—	000000	00000	———	0


				38"	4"	Serrated	Steel	Rigid	—	000000	00000	———	0
				51"	4"	Serrated	Steel	Rigid	—	0000000	00000	———	0


				Plastic-Coated Flat Jaws



						33"	5"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	—	000000	00000	———	0


						40"	5"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	—	000000	00000	———	0


						Polyethylene Paddle Jaws



								50"	30"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Collapsible	00000000	00000	———	0


								Steel Claw Jaws—Adjustable Length



										94" to 165"	8"	Smooth	Fiberglass	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	00000000	000000	———	0


										130" to 287"	8"	Smooth	Fiberglass	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	00000000	000000	———	0


										Steel Scoop Jaws



												72"	12 1/2"	Smooth	Steel	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	00000000	000000	———	0


												Steel Scoop Jaws—Adjustable Length



78", 144"	12 1/2"													Smooth	Steel	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	00000000	000000	———	0


78", 144", 216"	12 1/2"													Smooth	Steel	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	00000000	000000	———	0

Extension Rods for Retrievers with Scoop Jaws

Lg., ft.	Material	Flexibility		Each
4	Steel	Rigid	00000000	0000000
6	Steel	Rigid	00000000	000000

Pointed-Tip Retrievers

Spear litter with the sharp point.

Overall Lg.	Lg. Adjustability	Material	Tip Material	Flexibility		Each
40"	Fixed	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000

Illuminated Flexible-Shaft Claw Retrievers for Small Parts

An LED lights the wire jaws and the shaft bends to reach objects in awkward spaces. Press the plunger to open the jaws; release to close. These retrievers flex and then spring back when pressure is released. Their magnetic tip can pull up to five pounds.

	Jaw
Overall Lg.	Max. Jaw Cap.	Texture	Lg. Adjustability	Material	Flexibility	Batteries Included		Each
25"	1/2"	Smooth	Fixed	Steel	Spring Back	Yes	0000000	000000

Flexible-Shaft Claw-Jaw Magnetic Retrievers

Bend the shaft of these retrievers to access hard to reach spaces and pick up objects using the claw or magnet. The thin wire jaws of the claw grasp small and oddly shaped parts off the ground, high shelves, and from inside deep tanks. Press the plunger to open the jaws and release to close. The magnet picks up screws, nuts, and other steel objects.

Spring Back—Spring-back retrievers flex and then bounce back when pressure is released.

	Max. Magnetic Pull, ozf	Head Dia.	Material	Max. Temp.	Magnet Shape		Each
Spring Back



	27 1/2"	12	1/2"	Steel	Not Rated	Round	0000000	000000

Flexible-Shaft Claw Retrievers for Small Parts

Bend the shaft to reach into awkward spaces and grab small parts in the wire jaws. Press the plunger to open the jaws; release to close. These retrievers flex and then spring back when pressure is released.

Jaw				14" Overall Length		24" Overall Length
Max. Jaw Cap.	Texture	Material	Flexibility		Each		Each
1"	Smooth	Steel	Spring Back	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Pike Retrievers

The pointed tip with curved hook is good for holding and pulling cylindrical material.

Fiberglass—Fiberglass retrievers resist heat and electricity better than aluminum retrievers.

	Tip Material	Flexibility		Each
Fiberglass



	48"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	72"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	00000
	96"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	120"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	144"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	Aluminum



			72"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


			96"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
			120"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
			144"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
			168"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
			192"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
			240"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
			288"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000

Extended-Length Retrievers for Small Parts

Compared to our other retrievers for small parts, these retrievers are at least three times longer. Their shaft bends to reach into awkward spaces and then bounces back when pressure is released. All retrievers have a plunger to open and close either their jaws or their cable loop. They work well in FOD (foreign object debris) removal, FME (foreign material exclusion), and FOSAR (foreign object search and retrieval). They’re also often used with a borescope (not included).

Make sure to unwind any kinks and check that the retrievers aren’t coiled or twisted before use.

Gripping-Jaw Retrievers


Flat Jaws	Claw Jaws

Claw Jaw—Retrievers with claw jaws grasp irregularly shaped objects.

		Jaw
	Overall Lg.	Max. Jaw Cap.	Texture	Material	Flexibility		Each
Flat Jaws



		138"	1 11/16"	Serrated	Stainless Steel	Spring Back	0000000	000000000


		300"	1 11/16"	Serrated	Stainless Steel	Spring Back	0000000	00000000


		Claw Jaws



				138"	25/32"	Smooth	Stainless Steel	Spring Back	0000000	00000000


				300"	25/32"	Smooth	Stainless Steel	Spring Back	0000000	00000000

Lasso Retrievers

Lasso retrievers have a cable loop that you slip over an object.

	Max. Noose Dia.	Material	Cable Material	Flexibility		Each
Fixed Length



	138"	25/32"	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	Spring Back	0000000	000000000


	300"	25/32"	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	Spring Back	0000000	00000000

Digging Pitchforks

This durable pitchfork has thicker tines and provides more leverage to dig through hard ground.

Overall		Tines			Handle
Lg.	Wd.	No. of	Ht.	Material	Style	Material	Lg.		Each
48"	8"	4	11 1/2"	Steel	D-Handle	Wood	34"	0000000	000000

Landscaping Hooks

Scrape up unwanted vegetation or clear out trenches and ditches.

Overall		Tines			Handle
Lg.	Wd.	No. of	Material	Ht.	Material	Style	Lg.		Each
56"	5"	4	Steel	4"	Wood	Straight	54"	0000000	000000
63"	8"	4	Steel	11"	Wood	Straight	60"	0000000	00000

Sanitary Pulling Forks


Straight Handle	T-Handle

Rake food products in bulk. Compliant with NSF or FDA standards for use with food, these forks are often used to empty large containers in food-processing facilities. All are autoclavable and resist corrosion from frequent washdowns with harsh cleaners.

Pulling forks have downward-bent tines for raking and dragging.

Polypropylene—Forks with polypropylene tines are lightweight, reducing the effort needed to scoop or rake. They have a single-molded design that leaves no room for bacteria to grow. They won’t scratch stainless steel equipment in your facility, and they’re commonly used with delicate foods such as grapes or peaches. These forks are FDA compliant for direct contact with food.

304 Stainless Steel—Forks with stainless steel tines are highly polished and have continuously welded seams, so they have no crevices that could house bacteria. They’re reinforced with a steel bar welded across the tines for increased durability and strength. They’re often used for firm and heavy foods such as frozen meat. These forks meet NSF standards for sanitary design for food equipment.

Straight Handle—Forks with a straight handle have shallow, easy-to-clean threads that reduce the risk of bacteria growth. The handle threads tightly into the head to minimize loosening.

T-Handle—Forks with a T-handle are shaped for comfort during prolonged use.

Overall		Tines				Handle
Lg.	Wd.	No. of	Material	Ht.	Color	Material	Style	Lg.	Features	Food Industry Std.		Each
59"	7 1/2"	4	Polypropylene	12"	White	Fiberglass	Straight	51"	European Threaded Handle	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520	0000000	000000
60"	8 1/4"	4	304 Stainless Steel	9"	—	304 Stainless Steel	T-Handle	56 1/2"	Reinforced Tines	NSF/ANSI 2	0000000	000000

Tacky-Surface Retrievers

Pick up flat and lightweight objects with the tacky surface of these retrievers. They only need to make contact with one part of an object to stick. You can wash the adhesive pad to reuse it. The telescoping shaft adjusts to extend your reach. To access hard-to-reach material from any angle, the head pivots.

Overall Lg.	Lg. Adjustability	Wt. Cap., lb.	Material	Head Material	Flexibility	Max. Temp., ° F		Each
8" to 20"	Adjustable	1	Rubber	Plastic	Rigid	150	0000000	000000
13" to 39"	Adjustable	1	Rubber	Plastic	Rigid	150	0000000	00000

Electrical-Insulating Rescue Hooks

Also known as hook retrievers, these hooks are often used to pull an injured worker away from electrical hazards without risking the safety of other workers. They have a fiberglass handle and insulated hook to protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. The handle is tested to meet the requirements of ASTM F711.

Overall Lg.	Opening Wd.	Material	Hook Material	Flexibility	Specs. Met	Each
48"	18"	Fiberglass	Plastic-Coated Steel	Rigid	ASTM F711	0000000
84"	18"	Fiberglass	Plastic-Coated Steel	Rigid	ASTM F711	000000
112"	18"	Fiberglass	Plastic-Coated Steel	Rigid	ASTM F711	000000

Sanitary Scooping Pitchforks


Stainless Steel Scooping Pitchfork with D-Handle	Plastic Scooping Pitchfork with Angled D-Handle

Scoop food products in bulk. Compliant with NSF or FDA standards for use with food, these pitchforks are often used to empty large containers in food-processing facilities. All are autoclavable and resist corrosion from frequent washdowns with harsh cleaners.

Scooping pitchforks have upward-bent tines for lifting and carrying.

304 Stainless Steel—Pitchforks with stainless steel tines are highly polished and have continuously welded seams, so they have no crevices that could house bacteria. They’re reinforced with a steel bar welded across the tines for increased durability and strength. They’re often used for firm and heavy foods such as frozen meat. These pitchforks meet NSF standards for sanitary design for food equipment.

Polypropylene—Pitchforks with polypropylene tines are lightweight, reducing the effort needed to scoop. They have a single-molded design that leaves no room for bacteria to grow. They won’t scratch stainless steel equipment in your facility, and they’re commonly used with delicate foods such as grapes or peaches. These pitchforks are FDA compliant for direct contact with food.

Angled Handle—Pitchforks with an angled D-handle reduce back strain when lifting. The angled handle is reinforced with an inner aluminum tube.

D-Handle—Pitchforks with a D-handle provide a comfortable grip and can be hung on hooks.

Overall		Tines				Handle
Lg.	Wd.	No. of	Ht.	Material	Color	Style	Material	Lg.	Features	Food Industry Std.		Each
44"	8 1/4"	5	8 1/2"	304 Stainless Steel	—	D-Handle	304 Stainless Steel	35 1/2"	Reinforced Tines	NSF/ANSI 2	0000000	0000000
44"	8 1/4"	5	12"	304 Stainless Steel	—	D-Handle	304 Stainless Steel	32"	Reinforced Tines	NSF/ANSI 2	0000000	000000
49"	10 1/2"	5	10 1/2"	Polypropylene	White	Angled, D-Handle	Plastic	39"	Reinforced Handle	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520	0000000	000000

Lasso Retrievers


Fixed Length	Adjustable Length

Slip the cable over an object and it locks in place once tightened. Pull the knob to at the end of the handle to release.

Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.

	Max. Noose Dia.	Material	Cable Material	Flexibility		Each
Fixed Length



	48"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	60"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	Adjustable Length



			48" to 84"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


			84" to 144"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000

Scooping Pitchforks


	D-Handle	Straight Handle

Use these pitchforks to move construction and landscaping debris, mulch, and woodchips.

Overall		Tines			Handle
Lg.	Wd.	No. of	Ht.	Material	Style	Material	Lg.		Each
48"	13"	8	13 1/2"	Steel	D-Handle	Wood	30"	000000	0000000
48"	15"	10	13 1/2"	Steel	D-Handle	Wood	30"	000000	000000
60"	9"	4	12 1/2"	Steel	Straight	Wood	48"	000000	00000
60"	10"	6	12 1/2"	Steel	Straight	Wood	48"	000000	00000
67"	10"	5	12 1/2"	Steel	Straight	Wood	54"	000000	00000

Hook Retrievers


Hinged Hook and Fixed Length Wood	Standard Hook and Fixed Length Aluminum

Standard Hook and Fixed Length Fiberglass	Standard Hook and Adjustable Length Aluminum

Removable Hook and Adjustable Length Fiberglass

Use these long-handled retrievers to grab and pull objects in hard-to-reach spots.

Hinged Hook—Hinged-hook retrievers have a pivoting, pointed hook that accommodates objects of different sizes. They are also known as cant hooks.

Removable Hook—Removable-hook retrievers come with a K-shaped hook and can be used as cable pushers.

Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.

	Opening Wd.	Head Material	Hook Material	Flexibility	Includes	For Max. Cable Dia.		Each
Hinged Hook and Fixed Length Wood



	36"	6" to 16"	Iron	Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	0000000


	54"	8" to 24"	Iron	Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	000000
	60"	8" to 24"	Iron	Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	000000


	Standard Hook and Fixed Length Aluminum



			24"	3"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	00000


			36"	3"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	00000
			48"	3"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	00000
			72"	3"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	00000


			Standard Hook and Fixed Length Fiberglass



					96"	16"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	000000


					192"	16"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	0000000	000000


					Standard Hook and Adjustable Length Aluminum



							17" to 39"	2 3/4"	—	Stainless Steel	Rigid	—	—	000000	00000


							36" to 96"	1 1/2"	—	Aluminum	Rigid	—	—	0000000	00000


							Removable Hook and Adjustable Length Fiberglass



									33" to 216"	1/2"	—	Steel	Rigid	K-Hook	3/8"	0000000	000000

Jam Removers


Hoe Retriever 2" Wide Head	Hoe Retriever 7" Wide Head	Spade Retriever

Safely push, pull, and clear objects from hard-to-reach places such as conveyors, chutes, and hoppers. With a lightweight handle and plastic head, these removers won’t damage material finishes.

Hoe Retriever—2"-wd. hoe removers have a slim profile to retrieve small items. 7"-wd. hoe removers push or pull large objects.

Spade Retriever—Spade removers reach up and into tight spaces such as overhead conveyor rollers.

	Jam Removers									Replacement Jam Remover Heads
	Head
	Wd.	Ht.	Thk.	Overall Lg.	Material	Head Material	Flexibility		Each		Each
Hoe Retriever



		2"	5"	3/8"	36"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	0000000	0000000	000000


		2"	5"	3/8"	48"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		2"	5"	3/8"	72"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		2"	5"	3/8"	96"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		7"	7"	3/8"	48"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		7"	7"	3/8"	72"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		7"	7"	3/8"	96"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		7"	7"	3/8"	120"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000


		Spade Retriever



				7"	13"	1/4"	48"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000


				7"	13"	1/4"	96"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000