Shackles
Shackles are the primary connection hardware used across lifting, rigging, towing, and structural anchoring applications. Holloway Houston carries one of the nation’s largest inventories of shackles from Crosby, Green Pin, Yoke, and Cromox, covering anchor, bow, dee, wide-body, and sling-saver configurations. More than 280+ SKUs are stocked for same-day shipment, fully tagged, traceable, and compliant with ASME B30.26 .
Shackle Types & Applications
Anchor / Bow Shackles
Used for multi-leg chain or wire rope slings, where side-loading and articulation are common. Available in screw pin, bolt-type, and round-pin configurations.
Dee / D-Shackles
Suited for single-leg connections and inline loading. Preferred in structural tie-offs, static lines, and fixed installations.
Wide Body Shackles
Engineered for synthetic sling protection and improved sling D/d ratios. Provide higher efficiency and reduced sling stress in heavy lifts.
Sling Saver & Web Sling Shackles
Purpose-built for synthetic slings, with smooth radiused edges and oversized bows to protect web and round sling fibers.
Material Grades & Construction
Holloway Houston stocks shackles in multiple material grades to meet project and industry requirements :
- Quenched & Tempered alloy steel for high capacity and superior ductility in demanding lifts.
- Stainless steel (Cromox) for corrosion-critical environments including offshore, marine, and chemical processing.
- High-grade carbon steel options for general-purpose rigging.
All shackles are permanently marked with size, Working Load Limit, and manufacturer identification for compliance and traceability.
Compliance & Standards
All shackles stocked meet or exceed :
- ASME B30.26, Rigging Hardware.
- OSHA 29 CFR 1926.251(a)(2), Identification Requirements.
- EN 13889 / EN 1677 (for Green Pin and select European models).
Proof test certifications, batch traceability (MTRs), and documentation packages are available upon request.
Capacity Range & Sizes
The Shackles category spans WLLs from a few hundred pounds to 800,000+ lbs, covering nominal sizes from 3/16" to 7". Heavy-lift wide-body and specialty shackles are stocked for critical lift planning and engineered rigging packages.
Brands Available
- Crosby shackles are manufactured from quenched and tempered alloy steel for superior ductility and fatigue resistance. The range includes G-209, G-2130, G-2140, wide-body, and sling-saver series, all permanently marked with size, WLL, and PIC codes for full traceability. Suitable for critical lifts, multi-leg sling assemblies, offshore work, and engineered rigging plans.
- Green Pin shackles are produced to European standards (EN 13889 and EN 1677), offering high-performance bow, dee, and sling-saver designs. Known for precision machining, consistent WLL markings, and corrosion-resistant coatings, Green Pin hardware is widely used in marine, offshore, construction, and transport lifting systems.
- Yoke shackles provide robust carbon and alloy steel options for everyday rigging and material handling operations. Available in anchor, dee, and sling-saver configurations, each unit is marked with WLL and size identification for compliance and traceability in field operations.
- Cromox shackles are designed from high-grade stainless steel for environments with extreme moisture, salt exposure, or chemical contact. They provide long-term corrosion resistance for offshore platforms, marine operations, bulk handling, and processing facilities where steel longevity is critical.
Holloway Houston Shackle Services
- In-House Proof Testing for shackles and full lifting assemblies.
- Inspection & Recertification per ASME B30.26.
- Engineering Support for lift planning, WLL selection, and D/d ratio guidance.
- Same-Day Shipment on the full stocked range.