FUCHS expands stainless steel hook portfolio with double fall version and higher load capacities

Launched in 2018, the single fall stainless steel FUCHS-Bottom Hook Block FH1, which is available in three different sizes with load capacities up to a maximum of 4.0 t SWL for load cases with conveyance of persons (man-riding), is now also available in other versions.

The single fall FUCHS-Bottom Hook Block is now also designed in three enlarged FH2 versions with load capacities up to a maximum of SWL 8.0t for load cases with conveyance of persons (man-riding).

In addition to the single fall FUCHS-Bottom Hook Block FH1/FH2, FUCHS Fördertechnik now developed a double fall FUCHS-Bottom Hook Block FH1/FH2 in a total of 11 various designs for different rope diameters and with load capacities up to a maximum of SWL 8.0t for load cases with conveyance of persons (man-riding).

All versions are also approved for normal load cases without man-riding (cargo). However, their use as liferaft, rescueboat or lifeboat hook is excluded.

The FUCHS-Bottom Hook Blocks FH1/FH2 are type approved by the ship classification society DNV GL. They are designed for fibre ropes. In addition, they are self-locking – in accordance with safety requirements – once the load has been picked up, and features a compact design with low headroom and integrated hook weight. The FUCHS-Bottom Hook Blocks FH1/FH2 can be unlocked easily and ergonomically. Visual requirements are fulfilled by the high gloss polishing of the complete hook system.

For more details on load capacities, dimensions, etc., please refer to the data sheets. Data sheet 1 / data sheet 2