When it comes to the manufacturing methods used to create crane hooks, there are two main styles available: forging crane hooks and laminated crane hooks. Each option offers particular benefits and drawbacks that must be kept in mind while deciding which is better suited for our specific requirements.
Forging Crane Hooks
These hooks are forged from a single piece of high quality steel with low carbon which is cooled slowly to ensure optimum stress resistance (usually ranging from 16Mn to 36MnSi). These hooks typically feature very simple manufacturing and are also very simple to use, since they’re made of a single piece, with installation being very straightforward.
Laminated Crane Hooks
They are a little more complex, and are comprised of several steel plates riveted together to ensure higher stress resistance and increased safety. These hooks are conceived in a way that allows the hook to keep working even if some of the individual crane hook parts are damaged. Laminated hooks are available as single hooks or double laminated hooks, and there are several models available to match different applications.
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