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The Slings and Shackles Used in Lifting Offshore Containers to Oil Platforms - BSL Containers

Did you know that slings and shackles are used in the lifting of BSL offshore containers to oil platforms? If you didn't, you do now. It is a very methodical process to ensure that the contents of the containers are kept safe. These slings and shackles are called “lifting sets.”

These lifting sets are specially designed for offshore container use. They are usually not removed from the container until it is time for the container to be replaced. It is important to keep in mind, though, that an offshore container that is installed for a long period of time may have the lifting equipment removed during the period in which that container is installed.

The slings are attached to what are called the “pad eyes” with the shackles. The shackles are secured closed with shackle bolts to avoid any premature opening of the shackles.

When a lifting set on an offshore container has to be replaced, the new set must be made exactly like the original set and it must be certified and marked appropriately. Only those lifting sets that are certified will be able to be used on certified offshore containers. What is interesting, however, is that the manufacturer can issue the certificates if there is what is called a “Manufacturer Survey Arrangement” made with the society that usually issues the certificates. If this agreement is not in place, it is the society that will issue the certificates.

But it all goes a little more in depth with the fact that the slings receive ratings and those ratings are based upon the intended angle of use. The minimum working load limit is also established to ensure that the slings are not used on loads that are heavier than what they can handle. This enhances safety. Being that there are different types of slings, each is going to have its own set of qualifications.

It is important for the different types of slings and shackles to be marked accordingly and certified with the appropriate certifications. This is for both safety reasons and for the preservation of the product. You know that when the slings and shackles are certified, that your offshore container is in good hands.

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