Device and method for transporting reinforcing mesh

Abstract

The present invention relates to a module configured for mounting on a forklift (not shown), wherein the module allows transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes or a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles. The module comprises a frame (1), provided with means for being picked up by a forklift, wherein the frame comprises a receiving system with openings (2) and a plurality of attachment hooks (9), wherein the attachment hooks (9) can be coupled with lifting slings for transporting one or more individual meshes. The frame (1) further comprises two parallel positioned beams (3), wherein each beam (3) is provided at its end with an extendable arm (4), wherein each extendable arm (4) is provided with a gripping element (5) for transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles. Each gripping element (5) comprises a bar-shaped part (7), extending in a direction perpendicular to the arm (4) and, at the end distal from the arm (4), is provided with a foot (6), perpendicular to the direction of the bar-shaped gripping element (5). The present invention also relates to a method for stacking and / or transporting reinforcing meshes.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The invention relates to a device and a method for transporting reinforcing mesh.PRIOR ART

[0002] Reinforcing meshes, grids of steel wire, are laid in the foundation in the construction of buildings as reinforcement. These reinforcing meshes provide stiffness to concrete and prevent the formation of cracks in the concrete.

[0003] The dimensions of such a reinforcing mesh average several square meters, meaning that large numbers of meshes are necessary in the construction of large buildings. Therefore, these reinforcing meshes are routinely bundled in bundles of ten to 50 units per bundle. As a result, the weight per bundle can easily reach one metric ton or more. Such weights are difficult to handle and require mechanical transport.

[0004] An example of this mechanical transport is the use of a crane that can transport one or more bundles of reinforcing meshes, for example, when unloading a truck on a construction site. However, a crane often has problems in securing and safely transporting these meshes. The same problems also occur when attempting to transport the bundles of reinforcing meshes with a forklift. This forklift, namely, has no provisions to clamp such a large quantity of reinforcing meshes and to hold them securely during transport until the reinforcing meshes have reached their destination.

[0005] Also, when attempting to transport the bundles of reinforcing meshes by means of an overhead crane, one is limited in the quantity of bundles that can be transported at a time. Moreover, the possible transport routes by means of an overhead crane are already predetermined and limited.

[0006] BE1028653 describes a module configured for mounting to a forklift, wherein the module allows gripping one or more bundles of stacked reinforcing meshes by means of gripping elements. Such a module, however, is not capable of transporting individual unbundled reinforcing meshes.

[0007] There is a need for an improved device and method, wherein both bundles of reinforcing meshes and individual reinforcing meshes can be transported in a safe and efficient manner.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The invention concerns a device according to claim 1. More particularly, the present invention concerns a module configured for mounting to a forklift, wherein the module allows transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes or a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, the module comprising a frame, provided with means for being picked up by a forklift, wherein the frame comprises a plurality of attachment hooks, wherein the attachment hooks can be coupled with one or more lifting slings for transporting one or more individual meshes and comprises two parallel positioned beams, wherein each beam is provided at its end with an extendable arm, wherein each extendable arm is provided with a gripping element for transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, wherein each gripping element comprises a bar-shaped part, extending in a direction perpendicular to the arm and, at the end distal from the arm, is provided with a foot, perpendicular to the direction of the bar-shaped gripping element.

[0009] Preferred embodiments of this device are presented in claims 2 to 10.

[0010] In a second aspect, the invention concerns a forklift according to claim 11. More particularly, the present invention concerns a forklift provided with the aforementioned module. A preferred embodiment of this forklift is presented in claim 12.

[0011] In a final aspect, the invention concerns a method according to claim 13. More particularly, the present invention concerns a method for stacking and / or transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes and a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, by means of the aforementioned forklift, the method comprising - stacking and / or transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles by means of the two parallel positioned beams with extendable arms provided with gripping elements by positioning the gripping elements above a stack of reinforcing meshes, inserting the gripping elements through openings of said reinforcing meshes, clamping the meshes by adjusting the position of the extendable arms, moving said meshes to a desired location by means of the forklift and stacking and / or transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes by means of a plurality of attachment hooks, by coupling the attachment hooks with one or more lifting slings and connecting these one or more lifting slings with one or more individual reinforcing meshes. Preferred embodiments of this method are presented in claims 14 to 15. DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0012] Figures 1-3 are a schematic representation of a device according to an embodiment of the present invention (oblique front view, front view, and side view, respectively). Figure 4 is a schematic representation of a device according to an embodiment of the present invention wherein the upper frame with attachment hooks and lifting slings is clearly visible. Figure 5 shows a detailed view of the connection between the upper frame and the lower frame of a device according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0013] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used in the description of the invention, including technical and scientific terms, have the meaning as commonly understood by a person skilled in the art to which the invention pertains. For a better understanding of the description of the invention, the following terms are explained explicitly.

[0014] In this document, "a" and "the" refer to both the singular and the plural, unless the context presupposes otherwise. For example, "a segment" means one or more segments.

[0015] When "about" or "around" is used in this document with a measurable quantity, a parameter, a length of time or moment, and the like, then variations are meant of approx. 20% or less, preferably approx. 10% or less, more preferably approx. 5% or less, even more preferably approx. 1% or less, and even more preferably approx. 0.1% or less than and of the quoted value, insofar as such variations apply in the described invention. However, it must be understood that the value of a quantity used where the term "about" or "around" is used, is itself specifically disclosed.

[0016] The terms "comprise," "comprising," "consist of," "consisting of," "provided with," "have," "having," "include," "including," "contain," "containing" are synonyms and are inclusive or open terms that indicate the presence of what follows, and which do not exclude or prevent the presence of other components, characteristics, elements, members, steps, as known from or disclosed in the prior art.

[0017] "Reinforcement mesh" in this document refers to a grid that is laid in a foundation as reinforcement, i.e., to provide stiffness to concrete and to prevent cracks.

[0018] Quoting numeric intervals by the endpoints includes all integers, fractions, and / or real numbers between the endpoints, including those endpoints.

[0019] Reinforcing meshes are routinely bundled in bundles of ten to 50 units per bundle. As a result, the weight per bundle can easily reach one metric ton or more. Such weights are difficult to handle and require mechanical transport. When transporting these bundles with a crane or a forklift, the bundles can be difficult to secure and stabilize during transport.

[0020] BE1028653 describes a module configured for mounting to a forklift, wherein the module allows gripping one or more bundles of stacked reinforcing meshes by means of gripping elements. Such a module, however, is not capable of transporting individual unbundled reinforcing meshes.

[0021] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a module configured for mounting to a forklift, wherein the module comprises a plurality of attachment hooks, wherein the attachment hooks can be coupled with one or more lifting slings for transporting one or more individual meshes. This allows one or more individual reinforcing meshes, as well as a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes, to be transported in one or more bundles.

[0022] The module of the present invention comprises a frame for this purpose, wherein the frame on the one hand comprises a plurality of attachment hooks that can be coupled with one or more lifting slings for picking up and transporting individual reinforcing meshes, and on the other hand comprises two parallel positioned beams, wherein each beam is provided at its end with an extendable arm, wherein each extendable arm is provided with a gripping element for transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, wherein each gripping element comprises a bar-shaped part, extending in a direction perpendicular to the arm and, at the end distal from the arm, is provided with a foot, perpendicular to the direction of the bar-shaped gripping element. These gripping elements are suitable for picking up and transporting bundled reinforcing meshes. As a result, both individual reinforcing meshes and bundled reinforcing meshes can be transported with one and the same module, and it is not necessary to repeatedly disconnect the module with gripping elements from the forklift when individual reinforcing meshes need to be transported. As a result, the smooth stacking and / or transporting of reinforcing meshes can be optimized, and the time required for this can be minimized.

[0023] The module itself is not mobile, but must be transported by an external means of transport. In a subsequent aspect, the invention therefore also concerns a forklift provided with the aforementioned module.

[0024] The module is provided with means for being picked up by a forklift. In an embodiment, these means comprise a receiving system with openings, suitable for being picked up by the forks of a forklift. In an embodiment, the receiving system comprises a metal structure. In an embodiment, the metal structure is treated to prevent corrosion. In an embodiment, the metal structure is treated with a layer of paint. The forks of the forklift can be slid through the openings of the receiving system of the module, and the module can be moved by means of the forklift. In an embodiment, the receiving system comprises tubes for picking up the module by the forks of a forklift. The aforementioned tubes are spaced such that the reinforcing meshes are always picked up at their center of gravity. As a result, the weight distribution is always optimally distributed. This allows the module to be firmly connected to the forks of the forklift. Ideally, these tubes have an optimal shape and size so that the forks of the forklift can be smoothly and stably placed into the tubes. This receiving system with openings can be configured at an ideal height to correspond to the fork height of the forklift. When the fork height of the forklift is higher, it is possible to achieve a higher stacking of the reinforcing meshes.

[0025] The forklift can lift and lower the module. The forklift is also able to move the module to another location. In this way, the one or more reinforcing meshes can be lifted at one location and then moved to a second location where they are unloaded. In an embodiment, the forklift is hydraulically coupled to the module, and the hydraulic pressure for controlling the extendable arms of the module is generated by the hydraulic pump of the forklift.

[0026] The frame of the module according to the present invention comprises two parallel positioned beams, wherein each beam is provided at its end with an extendable arm, wherein each extendable arm is provided with a gripping element, wherein each gripping element comprises a bar-shaped part, extending in a direction perpendicular to the arm and, at the end distal from the arm, is provided with a foot, perpendicular to the direction of the bar-shaped gripping element.

[0027] In an embodiment, the foot is at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the bar-shaped part of the gripping element. Because the foot of the gripping element is at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the bar-shaped part of the gripping element, the foot can support the bundled reinforcing meshes during transport.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment, the frame comprises at least 4 attachment hooks. Attachment hooks are known from the prior art and can be coupled with one or more lifting slings for transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes. An attachment hook is, for example, an eye bolt, an eye nut, a bow shackle, a lifting bolt or an attachment point. Such attachment hooks increase the safety and cost-effectiveness of the module. In an embodiment, the frame comprises 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 or 14 attachment hooks. These attachment hooks can be located anywhere on the frame, but are preferably symmetrically placed to distribute the weight of the lifted reinforcing meshes evenly.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the frame comprises an upper frame and a lower frame, wherein the upper frame comprises the means for being picked up by a forklift and wherein the lower frame comprises the two parallel positioned beams with extendable arms provided with gripping elements.

[0030] In an embodiment, the means for being picked up by a forklift comprise two beam-shaped hollow tubes which are positioned perpendicularly to the two parallel positioned beams of the lower frame. In an embodiment, these beam-shaped hollow tubes are connected by means of perpendicularly positioned connecting beams.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the lower frame comprises one or more attachment hooks, wherein the one or more attachment hooks are placed on the parallel positioned beams, preferably at the end of such a beam. In a preferred embodiment, each end of each of the two parallel positioned beams comprises an attachment hook. In a preferred embodiment, the upper frame comprises one or more attachment hooks, wherein the one or more attachment hooks are positioned at the location of the receiving system for the forklift, such as, for example, the beam-shaped hollow tubes. In a further embodiment, one attachment hook is located on the outer side of each beam-shaped hollow tube of the receiving system, wherein this attachment hook is located approximately in the middle of the side of the beam-shaped hollow tube, centrally between the two parallel positioned beams of the lower frame. In a preferred embodiment, the upper frame comprises one or more attachment hooks, wherein the one or more attachment hooks are positioned at the location of the perpendicularly positioned connecting beams. In a preferred embodiment, the upper frame comprises attachment hooks both on the two beam-shaped hollow tubes and on the connecting beams positioned perpendicularly thereto. Such a configuration of the attachment hooks in combination with the lifting slings allows for an optimal distribution of the workload.

[0032] The upper frame and lower frame can be connected by means of any connection known from the prior art. In a preferred embodiment, however, the upper frame and the lower frame are coupled by means of a connection comprising a rod end or rod end bearing connection (see Figure 5). This is important, inter alia, when the gripping elements of the module are inserted through the openings of the reinforcing meshes in order to pick them up and transport them. Such a connection is sufficiently sturdy and moreover provides some freedom of movement. This is to provide a certain freedom of positioning with respect to the fixed upper frame on the forklift. This is necessary, as the reinforcing meshes are sometimes not properly stacked on top of each other. With a fixed connection, the module would have to twist and wring too much to grip all the stacked bundles of reinforcing meshes. However, when the upper frame and lower frame are connected with a rod end or rod end bearing connection, there are sufficient degrees of freedom and the stacked bundles can be picked up smoothly. This also significantly reduces wear on the module.

[0033] Reinforcing bars form the basis of all types of reinforcement. The best known are the reinforcing meshes that are used in floors. The reinforcing bars are welded to each other or they are braided. In case of an overlap, a minimum of 40 times the diameter of the bars is specified. Tying wire in most cases has a diameter of 1.2 mm. The tying itself is done with steel fixers pliers. The tying wire is bent around the rebar and clamped with the pliers. With a twisting motion, the wire is tightened until the rebar is clamped together. The final, mutual "bond" occurs in the concrete itself.

[0034] In an embodiment, the module comprises four gripping elements. In an embodiment, these four gripping elements are positioned at the four ends of the two parallel positioned beams. Each of these four gripping elements is actuated by an extendable arm. By using four gripping elements, the weight of the reinforcing meshes can be distributed over these four gripping elements, and it is possible to transport the reinforcing meshes in a horizontal plane.

[0035] In an embodiment, the extendable arms are extendable in the plane of the beams. The arms can be shifted in two directions in the plane of the beams, either in the direction of the center of the module, or in the opposite direction, away from the center of the module. In an embodiment, the extendable arms are provided with a hydraulic mechanism. The pump of the hydraulic mechanism is driven by a hydraulic motor. In an embodiment, the module comprises an electrical cabinet with a switch therein.

[0036] As described above, the module is not mobile by itself, but must be transported by an external means of transport. The forklift according to the present invention is provided with the aforementioned module and can lift and lower this module. The forklift is also able to move the module to another location. In this way, the reinforcing meshes, both bundled and unbundled reinforcing meshes, can be lifted at one location (by means of, on the one hand, the gripping elements on the two parallel positioned beams and, on the other hand, the attachment hooks and one or more lifting slings) and then moved to a second location where they are unloaded. In an embodiment, the forklift of the present invention is hydraulically coupled to the module, and the hydraulic pressure for controlling the extendable arms of the module is generated by the hydraulic pump of the forklift.

[0037] As described above, the module of the present invention can transport both one or more individual reinforcing meshes and a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles. In an embodiment, the module can pick up one or more bundles of reinforcing meshes simultaneously. The operator of the module can choose how many bundles of reinforcing meshes are picked up simultaneously, depending on the level to which the gripping elements are inserted into the openings of the reinforcing meshes. In an embodiment, the maximum capacity of the module is 3500 kg. During a single movement, a forklift equipped with the module according to the present invention can thus transport multiple bundles of reinforcing meshes simultaneously. The number of bundles of reinforcing meshes is dependent on the weight of the reinforcing meshes. For different construction applications, different sizes of reinforcing meshes are available. On the one hand, the meshes of the reinforcing meshes can be made larger or smaller. In an embodiment, the size of the meshes is 100x100 mm. In another embodiment, the size is 150x150 mm. Furthermore, the reinforcing meshes themselves can also have different dimensions. In an embodiment, the reinforcing meshes have dimensions of 3x2 meters. In another embodiment, the reinforcing meshes have dimensions of 6x2.3 meters. The diameter of the longitudinal and transverse bars can also vary. In an embodiment, the diameter of the longitudinal and transverse bars is between 5 millimeters and 15 millimeters, more preferably between 5 millimeters and 12 millimeters, such as 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12 millimeters.

[0038] In a subsequent aspect, the invention relates to a method for stacking and / or transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes and a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, by means of the aforementioned forklift provided with the aforementioned module, the method comprising: stacking and / or transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles by means of the two parallel positioned beams with extendable arms provided with gripping elements by positioning the gripping elements above a stack of reinforcing meshes, inserting the gripping elements through openings of said reinforcing meshes, clamping the meshes by adjusting the position of the extendable arms, moving said meshes to a desired location by means of the forklift and stacking and / or transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes by means of the attachment hooks, by coupling the attachment hooks with one or more lifting slings and connecting the one or more lifting slings with one or more individual reinforcing meshes.

[0039] The forklift moves the module to the stack of reinforcing meshes and positions the gripping elements above this stack of reinforcing meshes. Subsequently, the forklift lowers the module and the gripping elements are inserted through openings of the reinforcing meshes. As soon as the gripping elements have been lowered to the correct level, depending on the chosen number of meshes to be transported, the position of the extendable arms is adjusted until the meshes are clamped. The extendable arms will, when clamping, move in a direction away from the center of the module. The gripping elements consist of a bar-shaped part and a foot. By shifting the extendable arms, the position of the gripping element changes and the foot of the gripping element is slid under a reinforcing bar during the clamping of the meshes. The foot can in this way support the reinforcing meshes during the movement of the meshes to a desired location by means of the forklift. In an embodiment, the unloading of the clamped reinforcing meshes is done by changing the position of the gripping elements from a clamping position to an insertion position, by means of the extendable arms. The extendable arms will, during unloading, move in the direction of the center of the module. In an embodiment, at maximum capacity of the module, a truck filled with reinforcing meshes can be unloaded in only a few operations. Subsequently or prior to stacking and / or transporting bundled reinforcing meshes (often bundled in multiples of ten), one or more individual reinforcing meshes can also be stacked and / or transported by means of the attachment hooks of the module, by coupling the attachment hooks with one or more lifting slings and connecting the one or more lifting slings with one or more individual reinforcing meshes. The module according to the present invention thus makes it possible for both one or more individual reinforcing meshes and a plurality of stacked bundled reinforcing meshes to be stacked and / or transported in a simple manner, wherein it is not necessary to detach the module from the forklift when switching between the transport of individual and bundled reinforcing meshes.

[0040] In an embodiment, the module is positioned in the center of the reinforcing meshes. In this way, the center of gravity of the (bundles of) reinforcing meshes falls in the center of the module, whereby the latter more easily maintains its stability when lifting and moving the reinforcing meshes.

[0041] In what follows, the invention is described by means of: non-limiting examples that illustrate the invention and are not intended or should be construed to limit the scope of the invention.FIGURES

[0042] Figures 1-3 show an embodiment of the module according to the present invention, in an oblique front view, front view, and side view, respectively. The module according to the present invention allows one or more individual reinforcing meshes or a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles to be transported. For this purpose, the module is mounted on a forklift (not shown). The module also comprises an electrical cabinet 8. The frame 1 of the module comprises an upper frame and a lower frame, wherein the upper frame comprises a receiving system with openings 2 for picking up by forks of a forklift (not shown) and wherein the lower frame comprises two parallel positioned beams 3 with extendable arms 4 provided with gripping elements 5. The upper frame and the lower frame are coupled by means of a connection comprising a rod end or rod end bearing connection 11. This is important, inter alia, when the gripping elements of the module are inserted through the openings of the reinforcing meshes in order to pick them up and transport them. Such a connection is sufficiently sturdy and moreover provides some freedom of movement. This is necessary, as the reinforcing meshes are sometimes not properly stacked on top of each other. With a fixed connection, the module would have to twist and wring too much to grip all the stacked bundles of reinforcing meshes. However, when the upper frame and lower frame are connected with a rod end or rod end bearing connection, there are sufficient degrees of freedom and the stacked bundles can be picked up smoothly. This also significantly reduces wear on the module. The forklift (not shown) can lift or lower the module and can move the module from one location to another location. Each beam 3 of the two parallel positioned beams is provided at both ends with an extendable arm 4. This extendable arm 4 is provided with a bar-shaped gripping element 5. Each bar-shaped gripping element 5 is provided with a foot 6 and a bar-shaped part 7. The foot 6 of the gripping element is at an angle of approximately 90 degrees relative to the bar-shaped part 7. The four extendable arms 4 are provided with a hydraulic mechanism to effectuate the extending movement. The maximum pressure of the hydraulic mechanism is 200 bar. The extendable arms 4 are extendable in the plane of the beams 3. The arms 4 can be shifted in two directions, either in the direction of the center of the module 9, or in the opposite direction, away from the center of the module 9. By shifting the extendable arms 4 the position of the gripping element 5 changes, and the foot 6 of the gripping element 5 is slid under a reinforcing bar (not shown) during the clamping of the meshes (not shown). The foot 6 can in this way support a bundle of stacked reinforcing meshes (not shown) during the transport of the bundled reinforcing meshes (not shown) to a desired location by means of the forklift (not shown). The module is furthermore also provided with a plurality of attachment hooks 9. These attachment hooks can be coupled with lifting slings (not shown), such that also individual (unbundled) meshes can be picked up by the module and can be transported. The module of the present invention thus makes it possible to transport both bundled meshes and individual (unbundled) meshes. The module therefore does not have to be disconnected and connected to the forklift truck every time when switching between transporting individual and transporting bundled reinforcing meshes, respectively, but can be used for transporting both. Figure 4 shows the module of the present invention wherein the upper frame with attachment hooks 9 and lifting slings 10 is clearly visible. These attachment hooks can be coupled with the lifting slings, which can be connected to individual meshes, such that also these individual (unbundled) meshes can be picked up by the module and can be transported. The module of the present invention thus makes it possible to transport both bundled meshes and individual (unbundled) meshes. Figure 5 shows a detailed view of the connection between the upper frame 13 and the lower frame 12 of the module by means of a rod end or rod end bearing connection 11. This is important, inter alia, when the gripping elements of the module are inserted through the openings of the reinforcing meshes in order to pick them up and transport them. Such a connection is sufficiently sturdy and moreover provides some freedom of movement. This is necessary, as the reinforcing meshes are sometimes not properly stacked on top of each other. With a fixed connection, the module would have to twist and wring too much to grip all the stacked bundles of reinforcing meshes. However, when the upper frame and lower frame are connected with a rod end or rod end bearing connection, there are sufficient degrees of freedom and the stacked bundles can be picked up smoothly. This also significantly reduces wear on the module.

Claims

1. Module configured for mounting on a forklift, wherein the module allows transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes or a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, the module comprising a frame, provided with means for being picked up by a forklift, wherein the frame - comprises a plurality of attachment hooks, wherein the attachment hooks can be coupled with one or more lifting slings for transporting one or more individual meshes and - comprises two parallel positioned beams, wherein each beam is provided at its end with an extendable arm, wherein each extendable arm is provided with a gripping element for transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, wherein each gripping element comprises a bar-shaped part, extending in a direction perpendicular to the arm and, at the end distal from the arm, is provided with a foot, perpendicular to the direction of the bar-shaped gripping element.

2. The module according to claim 1, wherein the frame comprises an upper frame and a lower frame, wherein the upper frame comprises the means for being picked up by a forklift and wherein the lower frame comprises the two parallel positioned beams with extendable arms provided with gripping elements.

3. The module according to claim 2, wherein the upper frame and the lower frame are coupled by means of a connection comprising a rod end or rod end bearing connection.

4. The module according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the frame comprises at least four attachment hooks.

5. The module according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the foot is at an angle of 90 degrees relative to the bar-shaped part of the gripping element.

6. The module according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the module comprises four gripping elements.

7. The module according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the extendable arms are extendable in the plane of the beams.

8. The module according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the means for being picked up by a forklift comprise a receiving system with openings, suitable for being picked up by forks of a forklift.

9. The module according to claim 8, wherein the receiving system comprises tubes for picking up the module by the forks of a forklift.

10. The module according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the maximum capacity of the module is 3500 kg.

11. Forklift provided with a module according to any of the preceding claims 1 to 10.

12. The forklift according to claim 11, wherein the forklift is hydraulically coupled to the module.

13. Method for stacking and / or transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes and a plurality of stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles, by means of a forklift according to any of the preceding claims 11-12, the method comprising - stacking and / or transporting stacked reinforcing meshes in one or more bundles by means of the two parallel positioned beams with extendable arms provided with gripping elements by positioning the gripping elements above a stack of reinforcing meshes, inserting the gripping elements through openings of said reinforcing meshes, clamping the meshes by adjusting the position of the extendable arms, moving said meshes to a desired location by means of the forklift and - stacking and / or transporting one or more individual reinforcing meshes by means of a plurality of attachment hooks, by coupling the attachment hooks with one or more lifting slings and connecting the one or more lifting slings with one or more individual reinforcing meshes.

14. The method according to claim 13, wherein the unloading of the clamped bundled reinforcing meshes occurs by means of changing the position of the gripping elements from a clamping position to an insertion position, by means of the extendable arms.

15. The method according to claims 13-14, wherein the module is positioned in the center of the reinforcing meshes.

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