Green Pin CFO Foundry Hook (Eye) Grade 8

The Green Pin CFO Foundry Hook (Eye) is a Grade 8 eye-type foundry hook with an extra-wide throat opening designed for handling large, irregularly shaped loads. The generous hook opening easily accepts heavy castings, molds, ladles, and other bulky items common in foundry and heavy industrial operations.

Key Features

• Extra-wide throat opening for oversized and irregular loads
• Eye-type connection for direct attachment to slings or chain
• Grade 8 alloy steel for high-capacity lifting
• Safety latch prevents accidental release
• Individually proof tested with certificate
• EN 1677-2 compliant

Common Applications

• Foundry operations — ladles, molds, and castings
• Steel mill and heavy industrial material handling
• Lifting irregular and oversized loads
• Applications requiring wide hook throat clearance

Why Green Pin?

Green Pin foundry hooks deliver the wide-throat capacity heavy industry demands with Van Beest's signature quality — individually proof tested, fully traceable, and built to last in the harshest environments.

Standards & Compliance

Every product we carry is individually marked with Working Load Limit (WLL), manufacturer traceability code, and country of origin. Inspection and mill certificates are available on request — email sales@slingcenter.com with your order number.

Governing Standards

• ASME B30.9 — slings (web, round, wire rope, chain) inspection and use
• ASME B30.26 — rigging hardware (shackles, eye bolts, links, turnbuckles)
• ASME B30.10 — hooks
• OSHA 1910.184 and 1926.251 — general industry and construction sling safety
• WSTDA WS-2 and RS-1 — web and round sling design
• 49 CFR 393.102 to 393.130 — DOT cargo tie-down
• NACM — welded steel chain grade specs

Inspection & Safety

Before every use: visual check for cracks, corrosion, distortion, wear, and illegible markings. Annually (minimum): documented periodic inspection by a trained inspector. Remove from service at first sign of damage. Never repair rigging hardware by welding, heating, or bending.

WARNING: Improper use of rigging can cause death or serious injury. Never exceed the rated Working Load Limit. Apply derating for side-loading, elevated temperature, or chemical exposure. Final application decisions must be made by a Qualified Person per OSHA 1926.32(m).

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Send to: sales@slingcenter.com

Include:

• What you are lifting (shape, material, fragility)
• Load weight (lb)
• Length / reach needed
• Pick points — smooth lugs, sharp edges, or a hook?
• Environment — indoor, outdoor, heat, saltwater, chemicals?
• Quantity and timeline
• Your phone number if you want a callback

Response: AI chat instant. Email within 1 business day. Urgent orders same-day on standard configurations.