cromox® load hooks made of stainless steel (inox) – safety for loads of all kinds

Load hooks are mechanical devices that are attached to lifting equipment such as cranes, chain slings or pulley blocks to lift and transport loads safely. They have a curved shape that enables load handling attachments such as ropes, chains, slings or slings to be hooked in safely. Their most important feature and function is their load-bearing capacity. Load hooks are designed for various maximum weights that must not be exceeded. Many load hooks have a safety feature, such as a safety bar or a safety flap, which prevents the load from slipping off unintentionally. Load hooks must meet certain industry standards and be certified to ensure that they can withstand the loads for which they are designed. To meet different requirements, there are different types of load hooks, including single hooks, eye hooks, swivel hooks and specialized hooks with additional features for special requirements. The use of load hooks requires specialist knowledge and compliance with safety regulations, as improper use can lead to serious accidents and damage.

Load hooks are used in a wide range of industries and applications where loads need to be lifted, moved or secured. Here are some examples of areas where load hooks are typically used:

1. Construction industry: In the construction of buildings, bridges and other structures, load hooks are used to lift, transport and position building materials such as steel beams, concrete blocks or prefabricated components.
2. Manufacturing and assembly: In factories and production facilities where machines, vehicles or other heavy equipment are manufactured and assembled, load hooks are necessary to move heavy parts.
3. Shipbuilding and dock operations: Load hooks are used in shipyards to move ship components and other heavy loads.
4. Logistics and goods transportation: When loading containers or other freight onto trucks, ships or trains, load hooks are used to move the goods quickly and safely.

In all these areas and many more, safety and reliability are crucial, so load hooks need to be robust and regularly tested for integrity.

There are different types of load hooks depending on the application and load requirements. Here are some common types:

• Simple load hooks (single hooks): These are the most basic hooks used for simple applications where the load can be hung directly from the hook.
• Self closing load hooks / self locking load hooks: These hooks have a mechanism that closes automatically as soon as the load is lifted. This increases safety by reducing the risk of the load accidentally falling.
• Swivel load hooks: These hooks can rotate on their own axis, which prevents the lifting equipment (e.g. ropes or chains) from twisting.
• Eye and shackle hooks: These are load hooks with an eye that are designed to be connected to a shackle and thus offer a flexible connection option.
• Clevis hook: A clevis hook is a hook with a clevis and a bolt or pin at the base.
• Weld-on hooks: These hooks are permanently attached to the load. This means that the attachment point remains in the defined position. It is therefore not possible to unscrew the attachment point in the direction of the load.

Depending on the load and the specific requirements of the lifting operation, the strength of the material, the size and shape of the hook and the type of fastener can also vary. It is important that the load hook complies with the applicable safety standards and is designed for the corresponding load class.