Transparent Quoting Process
As Australia’s largest supplier of twist locks, container movement, and associated container parts, Twist Locks is committed to offering very competitive prices. Most quote requests are priced individually to ensure you receive the best possible deal tailored to your specific needs. Simply add the desired products to your quote, and our team will promptly respond with a detailed proposal.
Factors Affecting Pricing
The cost of shipping container connection devices can vary based on several factors, including:
- Product Type: Different types of twist locks and connection devices may have varying costs.
- Order Quantity: We offer discounts for bulk and/or regular orders.
- Customization: Special orders or custom solutions may have additional charges.
- Delivery Location: Shipping costs can vary depending on your location within Australia.
Australia-Wide Delivery
We pride ourselves on our quality and availability, being able to supply to all capital cities in Australia, including Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Darwin, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney, within 48 hours. Delivery of shipping container attachments is available Australia-wide, with discounted shipping to major cities.
Shipping Options
- Standard Shipping: Reliable and cost-effective, suitable for most orders.
- Express Shipping: Available for urgent requirements, ensuring quicker delivery times.
Delivery Times
Our commitment to being the leading supplier in Australia means we strive to offer the best possible delivery times. Standard delivery typically takes 2 days, while express shipping options are available for faster service.
Shipping Costs
Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight and dimensions of your order, as well as the delivery location. These costs will be included in your personalized quote.
Regional Coverage
We cover all states in Australia, with outlets in New South Wales (NSW), South Australia (SA), and Western Australia (WA). Our New South Wales (NSW) outlet services the needs of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Queensland (QLD), Victoria (VIC), and Tasmania (TAS), while our South Australian (SA) outlet services the needs of the Northern Territory (NT).
Contact Us
For any inquiries regarding pricing or shipping, feel free to reach out to our customer service team. We’re here to assist you with all your shipping container connection needs.
• Phone: 0402 566 834
• Email: sales@twistlocks.com.au
What this product does
Our bridge clamps (also known as bridge fittings) connect ISO shipping containers horizontally, locking adjacent units side‑by‑side or end‑to‑end via the side apertures of the corner castings to prevent relative movement under service loads. The device uses opposing threaded ends and hooks that locate into each container’s corner casting; tightening the central screw draws the containers together and the locknut secures the assembly against loosening. Bridge clamps complement vertical double ended twist locks to deliver a complete restraint system for multi‑container assemblies in depots, construction sites, and intermodal operations.
Sizes, materials, and ratings
- Sizes: Standard 260 mm and 380 mm variants cover common centre‑to‑centre spans between opposing side apertures in adjacent container corner castings.
- Materials and finish: Heat‑treatable steel with hot‑dip galvanised finish for corrosion resistance in marine and industrial environments.
- Load performance: Industry references specify minimum breaking load levels comparable to twist lock system components; product‑specific ratings, drawings, and operating instructions are supplied on request to support engineering and compliance reviews.
System compatibility
- Corner castings: Designed to engage ISO corner casting side apertures; ensure the receiving castings meet ISO interface geometry and are in serviceable condition.
- Vertical stacking: Use together with double ended twist locks for vertical restraint when building container walls or compound stacks that require both vertical and horizontal connections.
- Heavy duty options: Where higher lateral loads are expected, select heavy duty bridge clamps specified for increased capacity and robustness.
Typical applications
- Yard storage: Stabilising adjacent containers to resist wind‑induced movement and accidental impacts in depots and laydown yards.
- Temporary structures: Creating rigid side‑by‑side layouts for site offices, amenities, and walkways where consistent alignment and gap control are required.
- Transport consolidation: Supplementing load restraint in specialised intermodal configurations where engineered horizontal coupling is required in addition to twist locks.
How bridge clamps work (overview)
- Engagement: Hooks insert into the side apertures of the neighbouring containers’ corner castings; the threaded bar features opposite threads to pull the containers together evenly when rotated.
- Tensioning: Tighten using a suitable spanner to the specified torque, then secure the locknut to prevent loosening from vibration and dynamic loads; follow the operating instruction document provided.
- Placement: Fit clamps at aligned corner casting positions along the joint line; use pairs or sets as prescribed by the load plan to distribute forces and maintain alignment.
Safety, standards, and documentation
- Use within an engineered load restraint plan that recognises tensile and compressive forces across the joint and accounts for wind, impact, and vibration loads pertinent to the site or journey profile.
- Always combine with ISO‑compatible corner castings and, when stacking, with vertical twist locks; bridge fittings are primarily designed for horizontal restraint and are not a substitute for vertical locking in stacked configurations.
- We provide operating instructions, drawings, and connection details to support safe selection, installation, and inspection regimes; request the latest documentation pack with your order.
Maintenance and inspection
- Before use, inspect hooks, threads, and locknuts for corrosion, deformation, or thread damage; reject any unit that does not tension smoothly or that shows material cracks or distortion.
- After exposure to marine environments, clean and re‑apply suitable corrosion protection where necessary; ensure galvanised surfaces remain intact and free from heavy contamination.
- Store in a dry, secure location; label by size (260 mm, 380 mm) for correct deployment and inventory control.
Delivery and availability
- We supply from Australian stock with rapid delivery across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, and regional areas; outlets in NSW, SA, and WA support national coverage and short lead times.
- Technical support is available to assist with device selection, placement strategies, and integration with double ended twist locks and heavy duty variants for higher load cases.
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