Turnbuckles - Container Ship Specific
Container lashing turnbuckles are adjustable tensioning devices used with lashing rods and deck fittings to secure freight containers aboard ships. They are typically forged or cast steel, with corrosion-resistant finishes and locking arrangements to prevent loosening.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Turnbuckles |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Container Ship Specific |
| Product Reference | 99 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | MacGregor, SEC, German Lashing |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. High-strength steel construction |
| 2. Adjustable threaded tensioning mechanism |
| 3. Compatible with container lashing rods and D-rings |
| 4. Hot-dip galvanized or equivalent corrosion protection |
| 5. Locking nut or anti-loosening arrangement |
Applications of Turnbuckles
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Securing deck-stowed containers |
| 2. Tensioning crossed container lashing rods |
| 3. Container securing systems on cellular container ships |
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 | Applicable requirements commonly include ISO 3874 for container handling and securing, the IMO Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing, and the vessel-approved Cargo Securing Manual. Materials, proof loads and dimensions must match the approved lashing system. |
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| Class Approval | Turnbuckles may be type-approved or accepted as part of a container securing system by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, ClassNK or other vessel class societies. Approval is manufacturer-, design- and safe-working-load-specific. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Connect only to the designated lashing rod and approved deck or hatch-cover fitting. Confirm thread engagement, orientation and safe working load, then tighten to the tension specified in the vessel's Cargo Securing Manual. |
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| Maintenance Tips | Inspect threads, pins, locking nuts and end fittings for wear, deformation, cracks and corrosion. Clean and lubricate threads with an approved marine lubricant, and remove damaged or seized units from service. |
| Safety Notes | Do not exceed the marked safe working load or mix incompatible lashing components. Avoid standing in the recoil path of a tensioned lashing, use correct tools and PPE, and never heat, weld or straighten a loaded or damaged turnbuckle. |
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