The Bullard BL-I Golden Gate Shank Hook is a heavy-duty rigging hook engineered for very high-capacity lifting and material handling applications where both maximum load rating and an extended hook body length are required. Rated at 18.5 ton working load limit, this #14 long length shank hook is part of the BL-I Golden Gate series, a line of rigging hardware recognized in the North American lifting industry for its strength and reliability in demanding industrial, construction, and marine applications. The long length configuration provides additional hook body depth compared to standard length equivalents, accommodating rigging arrangements where greater clearance between the shank attachment point and the hook throat is necessary for proper load geometry or block and tackle assembly configuration.
Shank hooks of this type are commonly used as the upper connection point in heavy-duty block and tackle assemblies, hoist rigging, and crane load lines where a fixed, non-swiveling hook attachment to a structural anchor or equipment is required. The 18.5 ton working load limit places this hook among the highest-capacity options in the Golden Gate shank hook series, making it suitable for the most demanding heavy industrial lifting operations involving large structural components, heavy machinery, offshore equipment, and other substantial loads. The #14 designation refers to the hook size classification within the manufacturer's product series, corresponding to the hook's dimensional specifications and working load limit rating.
The BL-I Golden Gate series shank hooks are manufactured to meet the requirements of demanding industrial rigging applications where consistent performance, load rating compliance, and traceability are essential. The long length shank design allows the hook to be secured to a fixed anchor point, beam, or structural member, providing a stable and reliable rigging attachment point for the most demanding heavy lift operations.
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Compatible With: Block and tackle assemblies rated to 18.5 ton capacity Heavy-duty chain hoists and wire rope hoist rigging Crane load lines and heavy lift rigging systems Compatible standard rigging hardware within the 18.5 ton WLL rating
Uses: Very heavy industrial overhead lifting and material handling Heavy-duty block and tackle rigging systems Industrial crane and hoist applications for large loads Construction and structural heavy lifting Marine, shipbuilding, and offshore rigging applications
Key Features: 18.5 ton working load limit Long length shank configuration Hook size #14 BL-I Golden Gate series Designed for fixed shank attachment to anchor points and structural members Suitable for very high-capacity overhead lifting and block and tackle rigging
Note: Always verify the working load limit of all rigging components in the system prior to use. Never exceed the rated WLL of any component. Inspect hooks prior to each use for cracks, deformation, wear, and latch function. Follow all applicable rigging standards and manufacturer guidelines for safe use and retirement criteria