In this episode, David Boyle, Manager of Engineering, answers a question from Mike at McDermott: “Bow shackles are used a lot with synthetics web and round slings. Is the effective diameter for the bow of a wide body shackle calculated the same as a typical bow shackle?”
Read MoreAsk the Expert Podcast | Episode 10
In this episode, Jason Birdwell answers a question from an anonymous viewer: “Is it okay to connect two sling legs to the pin of a shackle when making a pick?”
Read MoreShackle or clevis?
Over the years I have lost count of how many times someone in the field or in a training session has asked me the question: “Is a shackle the same as a clevis?”
Read MoreShackles 101
Understanding the different types of shackles – the industry workhorse – with Danny Bishop
A shackle is a U-shaped steel connector with holes drilled into the ends for receiving a removable pin or bolt. Shackles are commonly used to connect the slings or load to a winch or crane block, for example. It is one of the most powerful, important, irreplaceable pieces of material handling equipment there is. The shackle “bow” is a word that refers to the U-shaped body of the shackle.
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