55te ATEX/IECEx Load Shackles 📰
8th Aug 2025These 55 tonne load shackles are on their way to Angola, where they will be used as part of a load monitoring and alarm system for supporting BOPs (blow out preventors) whilst drilling is taking place. The BOPs are critical pieces of equipment used during oil and gas drilling operations to prevent uncontrolled releases of oil/gas. Winches are used to raise and lower the BOP from the drilling platform to the seabed or wellhead, and the load shackles will ensure the line tensions on the winches stay within safe operational limits during the process. Four load shackles have been supplied, along with four displays, and all are certified for use in Zone 1 and 2 hazardous areas.
LCM have many years of experience providing load monitoring systems suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, so if you have a requirement for ATEX/IECEx certified products, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our friendly sales team sales@lcmsystems.com, who will be able to offer advice on the best solution for you.