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How to select eye bolts and use eye bolts safety

How to select eye bolts and use eye bolts safely   How should you select the right bolt? Eye Bolts are marked with their thread size NOT with their rated capacities. Make sure you select the correct eyebolt based on its type and capacity for the lift you are conducting.Use plain or regular eye bolts (non-shoulder) or ring bolts for vertical loading only. Angle loading on non-shoulder bolts will bend or break them. Use shoulder eye bolts for vertical or angle loading.Incorrect use [...]

Anchor/Bow Shackles and Chain/D Shackles

Anchor/Bow Shackles and Chain/D Shackles   An extremely strong, U-shaped piece of equipment, a metal shackle is generally used as a connecting link in a variety of rigging, lifting, pulling and hoisting applications. A clevis pin or bolt across the opening, or a hinged metal loop secured with a locking pin mechanism keeps the shackle securely locked. Shackles are a versatile tool for connecting lifting slings, wire rope, chain, nylon and poly rope. With so many different options available, choosing the [...]