Re: OUT Of Towner stay OUT!

Posted by Randy as in Randy-IA on November 23, 2006 at 22:31:10 from (207.177.83.132):

In Reply to: OUT Of Towner stay OUT! posted by NO tools on November 22, 2006 at 16:21:04:

The mistake I see some people make in regard to chains is not using chains rated as load binding chains . The so called " log " chain bought at the TSC or handyman hardware is an example . The chain has to be stamped to be a rated load binding chain along with the hooks on the end . We use 3/8" graded chain ( stamped G8 ) but reduce their rating to 5,000 lbs each instead of 6,000lbs or so . The tie downs are only as good as the weakest part . For a 10,000lb load two 5,000lb chains probably won't cut it with the DOT . The Iowa law also states the load be bound down every ten feet . That doesn't work with most equipment so few haulers comply with this one . I've had 36,000lb concrete bridge beams show up at job sites with four 5/16" chains holding them down . That's about 15,000 - 20,000lb of holding force on a 36,000lb load . I don't go overboard either with binding things down like I should . My job requires moving a lot of materials of unknown weight such as bridge demo . You gotta do it the best you can and use a LOT of common sense . Such as , most vehicles will , with the brakes working correctly and close to the GVW , stop faster than they will accelerate so if you don't want the load in your back you take that into account . I've rambled enough and this is just my 2 cents . Take care ...Randy

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