RUD Hooks / end fittings.

Safe connection with the load.

End components are the connections between the lifting means and lifting point on the load. No matter whether hook, dumper truck suspension ring, shackle or connection locks, all lifting means have to be connected to the load with the aid of an end component. The end component is usually connected to the specially designed lifting point.

Through its unique product and material portfolio – including numerous components for lifting means – RUD can supply the matching solution for every purpose of application. This wide portfolio is guaranteed by the material qualities VIP (Grade 100) and ICE (Grade 120).

What has to be taken into account for end components? What are the selection criteria?

Connection to the lifting means.
Connection to the lifting point on the load.
Shape, size and weight of the load.

ICE-Star-Hook.

  • Unrivalled: suitable down to –60 °C.
  • Due to its innovative structure (finite elements) the hook is up to 25 % lighter than hooks of Grade 8 with the same WLL i.e. the next higher nominal thickness.
  • Die-forged, treated, ergonomically designed safety latch.
  • Protected, rust-free, triple wound durable double leg springs.

ICE-Self-locking hook.

  • Due to its innovative structure (finite elements) the hook is up to 25 % lighter than hooks of Grade 8 with the same WLL i.e. the next higher nominal thickness.
  • Ergonomically designed locking lever, user friendly and with anti-slip surface – no crushing risk.
  • Thickened tip of hook – prevents dangerous hook tip load.

VIP-Foolproof high dynamic shackle.

  • High strength version with integrated safety thread in the shackle bracket.
  • Smooth bolt support in the shackle on both sides; bolt rotatable.
  • No bending strength in the thread, only a securing function.
  • Optimum adaptation – max. mouth width with the smallest shackle bolt.
  • Universal joint resistant to bending to a major extent thanks to turned clevis connection.
  • Long term securing by driving in the pre-assembled tensioning sleeve.

VIP-Shackle.

  • High strength version with integrated safety thread in the shackle bracket.
  • Smooth bolt support in the shackle on both sides; bolt rotatable.
  • No bending strength in the thread, only a securing function.
  • Long term securing by driving in the pre-assembled tensioning sleeve.
  • Special thread so non-mix-up compared with other shackle bolts.