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How to Choose Outrigger Pads for Safer Setup

A practical guide to selecting outrigger pads and modular support options for cranes, EWPs and site equipment.

Ground Nurse modular outrigger pad for crane and equipment support

Outrigger pads help create a larger, more stable interface between an outrigger and the supporting surface. The right pad is part of a considered setup, alongside ground assessment, manufacturer requirements and project-specific lift planning.

Start with the equipment and ground

Before choosing a pad, confirm the machine’s outrigger loads, the available setup area and the bearing conditions of the surface below. Soft, uneven or recently disturbed ground needs extra attention.

What to consider

  • Outrigger load and pad footprint
  • Ground condition and level
  • Required height and levelling needs
  • Access, transport and repeat use

Ground Nurse options

Stack Pad modular outriggers can be built up to create the height required for a setup. For compact support requirements, view the stackable 400 x 400 outrigger pad.

Always follow the equipment manufacturer’s guidance and the project’s lift plan. If you need help comparing product options, speak with Ground Nurse before site setup.

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