Van Beest Green Pin Tycan Lifting Chain User manual

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safer
working
improved
efficiency
As strong as steel, a
fraction of the weight
Green Pin Tycan®Lifting Chain
Green Pin Tycan
®
has been created from the world’s strongest
man-made fibre, Dyneema
®
, and is a link chain that has all the
performance and flexibility of steel chain but is a fraction of the
weight. It is very safe to use, non-corrosive and waterproof. In
fact, it even floats! The soft touch and light weight makes Green
Pin Tycan
®
easy to use, allows quicker application and greatly
reduces the potential of damage to cargo, a critical factor when
handling objects with sensitive surfaces. By using Green Pin
Tycan
®
companies achieve greater efficiency and a safer working
environment for their staff.
Quality assurance
• Every chain length is proof load tested to 2 times Working Load Limit
(WLL).
• Visual inspection is carried out on each chain link to detect
possible defects.
• A 5-link sample of every 1000 meters (0.62 miles) produced is
tested to destruction to confirm MBL.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
has a DNV GL Type Approval.
• Declaration of conformity to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/
EC with relevant CE marking.
Where and how can Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain be used
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain is a general purpose lifting chain
that can be used within the limits as set forth in this user manual.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain can be used in min/max
environmental temperatures, but should not be exposed to
temperatures above +70°C (158°F).
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain is able to lift loads safely only up
to the designated WLL, but never exceeded.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain is able to lift loads safely only
when the relevant load reduction factor is taken into account.
Do not exceed the WLL.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain can be used on land, at sea and
in a subsea environment.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain should be used under static or
near-static conditions.
Verification before first use
Before first use of Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain it should be
ensured ‘that’:
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain meets the exact requirements
specified in the order.
• The valid manufacturer certificate and CE declaration are available
for examination and/or verification.
• Ensure that manufacturer’s label(s) are present and legible and that
the label(s) contain the same information as the manufacturer’s
certification.
• The users of the sling have received appropriate instruction and
training.
Verification before each use
• Check Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain for any damage, defects
or missing ID tags prior to each use. Never use damaged
Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain.
• Connect Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain to recommended
components as mentioned further in this manual or to certified
components with a maximum surface roughness of 5 microns
and adhering to below values:
link
size
working
load limit
width
link
thickness
link
length
inside
links
per mtr
elongation
at MBL
weight
per mtr layers
mm t
a
mm
b
mm
c
mm %kg
11x15 2.6 15 11 100 10 5 0.32 6
11x20 4 20 11 100 10 5 0.47 6
15x25 5 25 15 100 10 5 0.58 8
13x30 6.8 30 13 125 8 5 0.75 7
Material: Made with 100% Dyneema
®
; layers of
webbing in a Mobius twist with stitching
on each side
Safety Factor: MBL equals 4 x WLL
Temperature Range: -40°C (-40°F) up to +70°C (158°F)
Certification:
MTC
b
DNV GL TA CEDNV GL TQ
FCHLIFT
link
size
working
load limit
width
link
thickness
link
length
inside
links
per mtr
elongation
at MBL
weight
per mtr layers
inch tinch inch inch %lbs
7/16 x19/32 2.6 19/32 7/16 4 10 5 0.70 6
7/16 x25/32 425/32 7/16 4 10 5 1.04 6
19/32x1 5 1 19/32 4 10 5 1.28 8
1/2x1 3/16 6.8 1 3/16 1/24 23/32 8 5 1.65 7
link
size
lifting
capacity
minimum
pin diameter
minimum
clevis width
maximum
clevis width
mm tmm mm mm
11x15 2.6 13 15.5 18
11x20 4 16 20.5 24
15x25 5 16 26 31
13x30 6.8 20 31 37

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Recommended products for use with Green Pin Tycan®
Lifting Chain
• A limited twist of 0.50 turns per meter (per 3.28 feet) is
allowed.
• Keep Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain away from any sharp
particles, such as metal shavings, and any foreign particle
that may disturb the chain’s geometry during operation. If
such particles are present on the chain, inspect the chain and
remove such particles gently before any use of the chain.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain is generally resistant to
chemicals, except oxidizing chemicals, avoid contact from
damaging chemicals and/ or consult with a Qualified Person.
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain should be kept away from
direct heat sources.
• In case a dynamic loading situation is to be expected, the load
or WLL should be adjusted accordingly local regulations.
Other remarks
2.6t WLL 4t WLL
Master
links
UMS18
UMTS22
UMS22
UMTS28
Connecting
links GPUMJT15 GPUMJT20
Shorteners GPUCRCT15 GPUCRCT20
Chain FCHLIFT1115 FCHLIFT1120
Hooks GPUCSCT15 GPUCSCT20
UMS
UMTS
FCHLIFT
UMJT
UMJ
UCSCT
UCRCT
5t WLL 6.8t WLL
UMS22
UMTS28
UMS25
UMTS36
UMJ13 GPUMJT30
GPUCRCT25 GPUCRCT30
FCHLIFT1525 FCHLIFT1330
GPUCSCT25 GPUCSCT30
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be inspected before each use
and if any damage is detected removed from service. See Inspection
and Removal from Service Criteria.
• Ensure that Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain is rigged
according to the load, the planned lift and according to the boundary
conditions set forth in the user manual.
• Ensure load reduction factors are calculated and planned for
according to charts and tables further in this manual.
• Use Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain only with a minimum
number of 5 load bearing links per sling leg.
Always take into
account; the maximum
load of the
configuration is limited
by the component with
the lowest WLL. The
recommended
components in
combination with Green
Pin Tycan®Lifting Chain
are approved to use up
to the chain WLL.

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GREEN
QUALITY
TO
Instructions for use
In case of contact between Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain and
the load or operating material, protective sleeves must be used
when the surface edge is “less” than 6mm radius.
Edge radius more than 6mm:
No protective sleeve
required but recommended
Edge radius less than 6mm:
Protective sleeve required
No obvious edge radius or in
doubt: Protective sleeve
required
Edges that are in contact with Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain
must be checked for sufficient radius. A radius gauge is a good
way to verify this. If in doubt, a protective sleeve should always be
used to protect Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain.
We recommend the use of a radius gauge.
Green Pin Tycan®
Lifting Chain

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Load
30°
60°
90°
120°
180°
Angle of
Choke
Rated load %
of single leg
chain sling
Rated load (t)
of single leg
chain sling
11x15 11x20 15x25 13x30
120°-180° 80% 2.08t 3.20t 4.00t 5.44t
90°-119° 65% 1.69t 2.60t 3.25t 4.42t
60°-89° 55% 1.43t 2.20t 2.75t 3.74t
30°-59° 40% 1.04t 1.60t 2.00t 2.72t
Approved lifting hitches for Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain
Type of hitch a b c c d e d e f
Angle of inclination (ß) - -* 0°-45° 45°-60° 0°-45° 45°-60° -**
Load factor 1 0.8 1.4 1 2.1 1.5 1.5
Working load limit (t)
11x15 2.6 2.08 3.6 2.6 5.46 3.9 3.9
11x20 4.0 3.2 5.6 4.0 8.4 6.0 6.0
15x25 5.0 4.0 7.0 5.0 10.5 7.5 7.5
13x30 6.8 5.44 9.52 6.8 14.28 10.2 10.2
Green Pin Tycan
®
can be used in multiple lifting configurations.
Safety Factor 4:1
* See below capacity reduction table of angles of choke less than 120°.
** See below capacity reduction table for non-vertical chain sling legs.
In a choker configuration you can use two dierent choker connections;
• The hook attached to a link,
called anchored basket hitch.
• The hook around link, called
traditional choker hitch.
Angle ß
Rated load % Min Dia. Rated load (t)
11x15 11x20 15x25 13x30
0°-5° 150% 120mm 3.90t 6.00t 7.50t 10.20t
6°-30° 135% 120mm 3.51t 5.40t 6.75t 9.18t
31°-45° 120% 120mm 3.12t 4.80t 6.00t 8.16t
46°-60° 100% 120mm 2.60t 4.00t 5.00t 6.80t
Vertical Basket
Choker
β
Configuration examples
Working Load Limit table for Green Pin Tycan
®
Chain Slings generally to EN818-4
Type of hitch a b c c c d e d e d e f
Angle of inclination (ß) - -* 0°-30° 30°-45° 45°-60° 0°-30° 30°-45° 45°-60° -**
Load factor 1 0.8 1.73 1.4 1.0 2.6 2.1 1.5 1.5
Working load limit (t)
11x15 2.6 2.08 4.49 3.64 2.6 6.76 5.46 3.9 3.9
11x20 4.0 3.2 6.92 5.6 410.4 8.4 6 6
15x25 5.0 4.0 8.65 7.0 5.0 13 10.5 7.5 7.5
13x30 6.8 5.44 11.76 9.52 6.8 17.68 14.28 10.2 10.2
Working Load Limit table for Green Pin Tycan
®
Chain Slings generally to ASME B30.9
a b c d e d e f
1 - leg chain 2 - leg chain 3 and 4 - leg chain basket
1 - leg chain
2 - leg chain
3 and 4 - leg chain

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Storage
• Storage area should be clean, dry, dark and free of mechanical
and environmental damage.
• Storage temperature should be no more than +70 degrees Celsius
( 158°F) for short term storage (less than one week) and no more
than +30 degrees Celsius (86°F) for long term storage.
Inspection and Removal from Service Criteria
Inspect individual Chain Links thoroughly before each use for
abrasion, tears, cuts or other damage which might affect the
performance of Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain.
The pictures show defined areas of
Green Pin Tycan
®
Chain Link, such
as the Link Leg and Interface. Which
allows for dierent amounts of wear
and tear:
• Zero tolerance for damage allowed
in Link Bearing Point.
• No folding or spreading out of
layers allowed in Link Bearing
Point.
Connecting Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain directly into hooks
(components) where the width/clevis is more than required minimum
clevis width is not acceptable. Doing so can cause the layers to
spread apart, which in the utmost consequence could have a negative
effect on the strength of the chain. The only exception is when it
is not an open end-link and both load bearing-points of the link is
under tension from the adjacent chain links. An example of this is the
anchored basket hitch showed in this manual.
Shortening Green Pin Tycan®Lifting Chain
Shortening Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain can be attained by using:
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Grab Hook CL GR10 - GPUCRCT15; WLL 2.6t
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Grab Hook CL GR10 - GPUCRCT20; WLL 4t
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Grab Hook CL GR10 - GPUCRCT25; WLL 5t
• Green Pin Tycan
®
Grab Hook CL GR10 - GPUCRCT30; WLL 6.8t
The Green Pin Tycan
®
Grab Hook CL GR10 must be assembled with
(at least 5) links of chain to the master link with a connecting link
(UMJ(T)). Do not connect two Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain ends
into one connecting link (UMJ(T)).
The unloaded link must never be placed between the loaded link
and the body hook.
Interface
Link Leg
Link
Bearing
Point

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• If at any place on the exterior layer of the link leg has been torn, cut or
abraded all the way through (in one or more places), and the length of
the cut(s) (individually or accumulated) is longer than 80% of the link-
width, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be removed from service
immediately and shall be destroyed and not used for any application.
• If at any place on the exterior layer of the link are torn, cut or
abraded away more than 50% trough, and the area(s) is longer than
160% of the link width, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be
removed from service immediately and shall be destroyed and not
used for any application.
• If there are visible cuts or abrasion of more than 1mm deep, across
all numbers of layers on the side of the link leg, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be removed from service immediately and shall be
destroyed and not used for any application.
• If there are visible cuts or abrasion of more than 2mm deep, across
more than 75% of numbers of layers on the side of the link leg, Green
Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be removed from service immediately
and shall be destroyed and not used for any application.
• If there are visible cuts or abrasion of more than 3mm deep, across
more than 50% of numbers of layers on the side of the link leg,
Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be removed from service
immediately and shall be destroyed and not used for any application.
• If there are visible cuts or abrasion of more than 4mm deep, across
two layers or more on the side of the link leg, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be removed from service immediately and shall be
destroyed and not used for any application.
• If stitching is torn/ abraded to the extent that the layers of webbing
can unravel, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be removed from
service immediately and shall be destroyed and not used for any
application.
• If it is known that Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain has been exposed
to temperatures exceeding 110°C (230°F) , Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain must be destroyed and not used for any application.
Details wear/tear damage
• If it is known that Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain has been in
contact with damaging chemicals, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting
Chain must be destroyed and not used for any application.
• If there is any doubt that Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain has
met or been exposed to the limits of the mentioned discard
criteria’s, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain should be discarded.
• If the manufacturer’s label(s) has been removed, or is no longer
legible, Green Pin Tycan
®
Lifting Chain shall be removed from
service.
In case you do not use the products yourself but are reselling
these as part of a manufactured product, please take our general
cautions and warnings into account and make these known to your
customers as well. In any case, we do not accept any responsibility
or liability, nor can we be held responsible for any misuse or
damage with, by or at your customers due to negligent use.