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February 1st, 2024

How to Use Lifting Points ?

Lifting points, also known as lifting or rigging points, are specialized hardware or attachments used in various industries to facilitate the safe and efficient lifting and rigging of heavy loads and equipment. These lifting points are designed to provide secure attachment points for lifting devices such as slings, chains, hooks, or other rigging hardware. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and stability of lifting operations.
February 1st, 2024

What is Grade 8 Chain Sling with Clevis Sling Hook & Omega Link ?

A Grade 8 alloy chain sling is a specialized lifting and rigging assembly made from high-strength alloy steel chain components. These chain slings are designed for heavy-duty lifting applications and are known for their durability and load-bearing capacity.
October 23rd, 2023

Grade 10 Lifting Chain

Grade 10 lifting chain refers to a specific grade or classification of lifting chain used for various heavy lifting and rigging applications. Chains used in lifting operations are subject to strict standards and regulations to ensure safety and reliability.
October 16th, 2023

Container Lifting Lug

These container lifting lugs are designed to fit into the side of the ISO corner boxes. Some are designed specifically for the side of the top corner box, some for the bottom corner box and others can be fitted in either. Their shape allows them to be fitted into the ISO corner box side slot. Once fitted they are usually attached to one leg of 2 leg sling. The lug is rotated in the ISO corner box to the angle of the sling and a spring loaded pin locks it in place,
October 16th, 2023

Guidance on the methods used for removing surface rust from Grade 8 steel chains and components

The environment in which high tensile steel chains and components are commonly used will cause corrosion of the material. As a part of a good inspection/maintenance regime it is beneficial to remove this surface rust. However, it is important to ensure that the correct method is selected as some techniques can damage the equipment or reduce its life span. This guidance document identifies and provides guidance on some of the common de-rusting methods available on the market.
October 16th, 2023

Proof Test of Alloy Chain Sling

Proof testing is a quality control test where a load is applied to a sling. For chain slings this is usually twice the working load limit or rated load. This is done to assure that each and every part of that sling is more than capable of performing at the working load limit before it is put into service.
August 25th, 2023

What is Alloy Chain Sling Reach ?

The reach of an alloy chain sling is determined by the length of the chain from the top of the master link or end fitting to the bottom of the hook or attachment point.
October 23rd, 2023

Mechanical vs Welded Chain Sling Attachments

Mechanical vs. Welded Chain Sling Attachments The terms mechanical and welded refer to the end fittings, including hooks and rings, on either end of the chain and how they are attached. Mechanical chain sling attachments are connected to a welded chain and held in place by pins. Mechanical components can be removed and interchanged with other hooks and lifting devices, if necessary. Welded chain sling attachments are connections that are welded to both sides of the chain, and then heat treated
August 10th, 2023

Grade 80 Chain Fittings vs Grade 100 Chain Fittings

Grade 80 and Grade 100 chain fittings refer to different types of high-strength alloy steel chains and related components used in rigging, lifting, and various industrial applications. The grades indicate the strength and durability of the chains, with Grade 100 being a higher strength chain than Grade 80
March 19th, 2023

Eye Self Locking Hook

An eye self-locking hook is a type of hook used for lifting and rigging heavy loads. It is designed with a self-locking mechanism that helps to prevent accidental disconnection of the load. The hook has a latch or locking mechanism that must be manually opened to insert or remove the load, and then closes automatically to secure the load in place.
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