SR EN 818-4:2000

Short link for lifting purposes. Safety. Part 4: Chain slings. Grade 8

This European Standard specifies the requirements related to safety, methods of rating and testing of single-, two-, three-, four-leg and endless chain slings assembled by: a) mechanical joining devices; b) welding. using short link grade 8 medium tolerance lifting chain conforming to EN 818-2 together with the appropriate range of components of the same grade. Note: Instructions for use and maintenance of chain slings are covered by prEN 818-6. The hazards covered by this European Standard are identified in clause 4. Bases for the calculation of working load limits are given in Annex B. Annex C gives an example of a designation system for chain slings.

Status : Withdrawn
Approval date : 1/28/2000
Publish date : 1/29/2000
Withdrawal date : 9/30/2008
Number of pages : 26
ICS : 53.020.30 Accessories for lifting equipment
Technical Committee : 85 - Cranes

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