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HOW TO INSPECT LIFTING SHACKLES (PART 2) …continuation Assess operational ambient temperature: -20°C/-4°F to +200°C/+392°F Assess exposure to chemicals. Ensure that the shackle is not immersed in acidic solutions or exposed to acid fumes without the approval of the manufacturer. Exposure to chemicals could affect the integrity of shackles. Conduct NDT where required. Magnetic Particle

  HOW TO INSPECT LIFTING SHACKLES (PART 1)   Shackles are important lifting accessories that are basically used to connect load to lifting appliances. Hence, a thorough inspection is often required to ascertain the integrity of shackles.   Below is a step by step process to conducting a thorough examination of shackles.   Assess documentation