Advanced, Reliable Outrigger Pads – Three Different Pads Explained  

In March of 2023, we released our first line of outrigger pads as a complement to our Steel Crane Mats. Over the last year, we have added two additional models to our *outrigger pad product line. 

Each design features embedded RFID and NFC technology and a different pad design to meet the needs of each customer.  

Read on to learn the specifics of each outrigger pad we offer! 

Economy Outrigger Pads 

Raptor Tech’s Economy line is the most cost-effective pad we offer. Like other outrigger pad manufacturers, our Economy Outrigger Pads have a circular design with opposing rope handles.  

This line of outrigger pads features embedded RFID and NFC technology for easier inventory tracking and 100% full product transparency. All product data is accessible via smartphone!  

Premium Outrigger Pads 

Our Premium line of outrigger pads features an ergonomic built-in handle, along with embedded RFID and NFC technology.  

The built-in handles were designed specifically to eliminate a common issue with other brands outrigger pads – handle breakage.  

Our Premium Outrigger Pad line also includes a removable yellow lifting lanyard with a capacity rating for hand and crane lifting. With built-in handles and an additional lifting lanyard, our Premium Outrigger Pads are easier and safer to manually handle. Our strategic design also eliminates the risk of pad breakage when moving pads with your crane.  

Area Plus™ Outrigger Pads 

The most advanced outrigger pad we offer is our Area Plus™ Outrigger Pad.    

Our Area Plus™ line includes all the loved features of our Premium Outrigger Pads like built-in ergonomic handles, a yellow lifting lanyard, embedded RFID and NFC technology, and more.  

What makes our Area Plus™ Outrigger Pads more advanced than any other outrigger pad is the contoured edge. We designed this line of outrigger pads for better roll control on the job. The contoured edge provides the operator better control when manually rolling pads on the jobsite.  

Not only does it make it easier, but the scalloped edge also makes moving outrigger pads safer – no runway pads, less physical strain, and a reduction in employee fatigue. 

**The Outrigger Pad Rack by Raptor Tech 

The great thing about all three outrigger pads we offer is that they all fit and work with The Outrigger Pad Rack!  

The Outrigger Pad Rack by Raptor Tech is a high-quality safety device designed to reduce injury and fatigue that often occurs when employees are manually handling outrigger pads, specifically with rough terrain (RT) cranes. Our Outrigger Pad Rack reduces your NIOSH lifting index and reduces potential injury and lost time injury (LTI).  

No matter which Raptor Tech outrigger pads you choose, they will seamlessly integrate with The Outrigger Pad Rack, providing a versatile, seamless, and safe solution. 

Why Do All Three Models Feature RFID and NFC Technology? 

All three outrigger pad models have embedded RFID and NFC technology to provide our customers with 100% product transparency. As a company we believe in withholding no information from our customers, especially when safety is involved. No matter which pads you choose, you will have access to information that matters.  

The embedded RFID technology allows us to include important product information in our pads so you can access information like manufacture date, material certifications showing proof of material origin and certification of quality, along with other important product information.  

The embedded NFC chip gives our customers an easier way to keep track of inventory internally and while out on the job. 

We make accessing this information easy! If you are an Android user, all you need to do is to place your phone near the outrigger pad label. For iPhone users – an RFID and NFC app is required to access this information (our team uses NFC Tools).  

The Best Plastic Outrigger Pads in The Industry

Whether you are looking for a cost-effective option or a pad that is easier to handle while on the job, we have outrigger pads that will meet your needs.  

For more information or to request a quote, contact us! 

*All Raptor Tech Outrigger Pads are patent pending. 

**The Outrigger Pad Rack holds U.S. Patent No. 9,038,835 B2, Australia Patent No. 201322619, Canada Patent No. 2,864,835, Japan Patent No. 5940683 and has Patents Pending in Brazil, Chile and Europe.