William Hackett Hack8 Grade 8 Double leg Chain Sling Assembly – 2m Standard Reach (2.1t to 45t WLL)

Description

The Hack8 Grade 8 Double Leg Chain Sling Assembly is a professional lifting and rigging solution engineered to provide enhanced load stability and increased lifting capacity compared with single leg slings. Designed, manufactured, tested, and certified in the United Kingdom by William Hackett, this heavy-duty lifting sling is suitable for demanding industrial environments where safe, controlled load handling is essential.

Double leg chain slings are widely used for lifting larger, bulkier, or uneven loads, as the two-leg configuration enables improved weight distribution across multiple lifting points. This helps minimise load swing, enhances control during lifting operations, and reduces stress on individual components. Typical applications include construction sites, steel fabrication yards, offshore installations, manufacturing plants, ports, and heavy engineering operations.

Each Hack8 sling assembly is custom made to order, allowing users to specify precise requirements including chain diameter, sling length, master link size, shortening devices, and a wide range of end fittings such as self-locking hooks, grab hooks, foundry hooks, or shackles. This flexibility ensures the sling integrates seamlessly with cranes, lifting beams, hoists, and other lifting equipment.

Manufactured from high-strength Grade 8 alloy steel chain and components, Hack8 double leg slings provide an outstanding balance of toughness, fatigue resistance, and ductility, ensuring reliable performance under heavy loads and challenging site conditions. Chain and components are designed and manufactured in accordance with EN818-2, EN1677-1, and ASTM A391/A391M standards, making them suitable for chain sling assemblies certified to EN818-4 lifting regulations.

Working load limits vary depending on chain size and lifting angle. Hack8 double leg slings are available in chain diameters from 7 mm to 32 mm, offering lifting capacities from approximately 2.1 tonnes up to 45 tonnes at lifting angles between 0? and 45?. Reduced capacities apply at wider lifting angles, ensuring safe operation in all lifting configurations.

For enhanced inspection control and asset management, every Hack8 sling is supplied with an integrated RFID tag. This chip enables immediate digital access to product data, certification documentation, and safety instructions through the William Hackett App, supporting modern compliance procedures and improving traceability on busy job sites.

All Hack8 chain sling assemblies are proof load tested to 2.5 times their working load limit and manufactured with a 4:1 safety factor, providing confidence during critical lifting operations. The sling maintains full rated capacity across an operational temperature range from ?40?C to +200?C, making it suitable for use in outdoor environments, offshore applications, and high-temperature industrial processes.

With its customisable design, robust alloy steel construction, RFID technology, and compliance with international lifting standards, the Hack8 double leg chain sling assembly is a dependable solution for professional multi-point lifting tasks.

Safety & User Instructions
Always verify lifting angles and load distribution before use.
Inspect all chain links, master links, hooks, and connectors for wear, distortion, or cracks.
Never exceed the stated working load limit.
Avoid shock loading or sudden load movement.
Do not use lifting slings for raising personnel.
Follow all applicable lifting regulations and safe rigging practices.