Cargo Crane Hooks - Deck Machinery and Hull Equipment
Cargo crane hooks are forged lifting components fitted to shipboard crane hook blocks for handling cargo, stores and equipment. They may use single, double, swivel or self-locking designs selected according to safe working load, reeving arrangement and crane duty.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Cargo Crane Hooks |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Deck Machinery and Hull Equipment |
| Product Reference | 400 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Crosby, Gunnebo Industries, RUD |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Forged high-strength alloy or carbon steel construction |
| 2. Safety latch or self-locking mechanism |
| 3. Clearly marked working load limit and traceability |
| 4. Available in single, double and swivel configurations |
| 5. Designed for connection to crane blocks, wire-rope systems or lifting slings |
Applications of Cargo Crane Hooks
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Shipboard cargo crane lifting operations |
| 2. Handling stores, machinery and deck equipment |
| 3. Offshore and shipyard material handling |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| S-320N Eye Hook | Crosby |
| BK Self-Locking Hook | Gunnebo Industries |
| VIP Cobra Hook VC | RUD |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-320N Eye Hook | Design factor | 5:1 | — |
| S-320N Eye Hook | Material condition | Quenched and tempered forged steel | — |
| BK Self-Locking Hook | Hook type | Automatic self-locking lifting hook | — |
| VIP Cobra Hook VC | Chain system grade | Grade 100 | — |
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 | Common requirements include DIN 15401 for single crane hooks, DIN 15402 for double hooks, EN 1677 for forged lifting accessories and applicable proof-load and material traceability certificates. The selected standard depends on hook design and crane specification. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Hooks for classed shipboard cranes may require material certificates, proof-load records and inspection acceptance by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas or ClassNK. Approval is product-, crane- and project-specific and should be verified before purchase. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Confirm the hook WLL, dimensions, pin or bearing arrangement and reeving compatibility with the crane manufacturer. Fit retaining devices correctly, verify free swivel movement and perform the required proof-load and functional tests before service. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect regularly for cracks, deformation, throat opening, twist, corrosion, wear and damaged latches. Lubricate swivel bearings where specified and use magnetic-particle or other approved NDT at prescribed intervals. Remove hooks exceeding manufacturer wear limits. |
| Safety Notes | Never exceed the marked WLL or apply side, tip or shock loading. Seat the load in the hook bowl, keep the latch closed and use approved slings. Do not weld, heat, grind or straighten a hook unless expressly authorized by the manufacturer and classification society. |
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