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HOOKS HOOKS

Applications

Hooks are used in lifting systems as a connection
between the load to be lifted and the wire rope or chain

slings. Grade 8 chain components are designed to be

used in the assembly of grade 8 chain slings. Grade 10
chain components are designed to be used in the assembly
of grade 10 chain slings. Lashing hooks are suitable for many

different lashing purposes, but may never be used for lifting.

Range

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Green Pin offers a range of hooks, from drop-forged carbon steel eye hooks to drop forged alloy steel
swivel hooks, which are quenched and tempered. Grade 8 chain components enable the assembly of a
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complete sling from the top master link to the hooks. The range extends from 5 mm to 32 mm ( /16" to 1 /4").
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The range of grade 10 hooks extends from 6 mm to 20 mm ( /32" to /4"). Van Beest offers a wide range of
other hooks to complement the Green Pin assortment.
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Design
There are different types of hooks with specific designs to suit various purposes. Eye hooks and swivel hooks
are designed to be used with wire rope or chain. Pipe line hooks are designed for easy handling of tubes.
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Most types of hooks are supplied with a safety latch. Green Pin Tycan hooks are designed to be used with
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Green Pin Tycan Chain.
All types of hooks are generally marked with:
• Working Load Limit - e.g. 5.4 t
• manufacturer’s symbol - e.g. GP
• traceability code - e.g. H-AB or HA
9 • steel grade - e.g. 4, 8 or 10
• size in mm and/or inch - e.g. 13 and/or /2"
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• steel grade - e.g. 8
• item code (specific products) - e.g. CSO
• origin (specific products) - e.g. France
Lashing hooks are designed to be used for cargo lashing during transportation. Lashing should be done in
accordance with relevant safety rules.

Finish

Green Pin hooks are painted. Grade 8 products were painted yellow or red under the Excel brand.
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However, grade 8 hooks under the Green Pin brand will be painted white. Grade 10 products are painted
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blue and will remain so.
Certification
Specific details of certificate availability can be found on each product page. Please verify your certification
requirements at the time of order.

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