Container Securing Fittings - Container Ship Specific
Container securing fittings lock ISO freight containers to ship decks, hatch covers and each other during marine transport. The system includes twistlocks, stacking cones, bridge fittings, lashing rods, turnbuckles, deck sockets and foundations.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Container Securing Fittings |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Container Ship Specific |
| Product Reference | 102 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | MacGregor, SEC, German Lashing Robert Böck |
| Unit of Measure | Piece or Set |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Compatible with ISO container corner fittings |
| 2. Designed for high tensile, shear and compression loads |
| 3. Available in manual, semi-automatic and fully automatic configurations |
| 4. Forged or cast high-strength steel construction |
| 5. Corrosion-protected for marine deck service |
Applications of Container Securing Fittings
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Securing containers on cellular container ships |
| 2. Lashing containers on deck and hatch covers |
| 3. Connecting and stabilizing stacked ISO containers |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| C8A fully automatic twistlock | MacGregor |
| C5AM semi-automatic twistlock | MacGregor |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8A fully automatic twistlock | Operating type | Fully automatic | — |
| C8A fully automatic twistlock | Container interface | ISO 1161 corner fitting | — |
| C5AM semi-automatic twistlock | Operating type | Semi-automatic | — |
| C5AM semi-automatic twistlock | Container interface | ISO 1161 corner fitting | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Relevant requirements include ISO 3874 for handling and securing freight containers, ISO 1161 for container corner fittings, the IMO Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing, SOLAS Chapter VI, and the vessel-approved Cargo Securing Manual. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Type approval may be provided by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas or ClassNK depending on the fitting model, manufacturer, vessel class and approved container securing arrangement. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Install only at approved deck sockets, foundations or ISO corner fittings in accordance with the vessel's Cargo Securing Manual and lashing plan. Confirm correct orientation, full engagement and locking indication before loading the securing system. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect for deformation, cracks, corrosion, worn locking heads, damaged threads and seized mechanisms. Clean and lubricate moving parts with an approved marine lubricant, verify free operation and replace fittings outside manufacturer wear limits. |
| Safety Notes | Do not use damaged, mismatched or uncertified fittings. Keep personnel clear of suspended containers and tensioned lashings. Release turnbuckles and rods in a controlled manner and observe vessel-specific working-at-height and cargo-operation procedures. |
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