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What Is the Difference Between D Shackle and Bow Shackle? A Practical Guide
Compare D shackle vs bow shackle differences, including load direction, WLL, applications, and selection tips for safe lifting and rigging.
2026-09-11
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Compare D shackle vs bow shackle differences, including load direction, WLL, applications, and selection tips for safe lifting and rigging.
Compare forged vs cast bow shackles to understand strength, fatigue resistance, safety factors, and how to choose reliable lifting shackles for critical applications.
Custom Wire Rope Sling Solutions for Heavy Lifting Applications
GN specializes in manufacturing customized wire rope slings for offshore lifting, construction, marine engineering, wind power installation, and heavy-duty lifting projects.
Supported by two manufacturing facilities and more than 5,000 tons of annual inventory capacity, GN ensures stable supply and fast delivery for large-scale projects. Our 2,500T and 6,000T tensile testing machines enable strict quality inspection, with every shipment supplied with factory inspection certificates.
We manufacture a full range of wire rope slings, including Spliced Wire Rope Slings, Pressed Wire Rope Slings, Cast Socket Slings, and Grommet Slings. Custom designs can also be produced based on customer drawings, lifting plans, or project specifications.
Our facilities are capable of producing pressed slings up to 160 mm diameter, spliced slings up to 150 mm diameter, and grommet slings up to 420 mm diameter, supporting demanding heavy-lift and offshore projects.
To ensure product reliability, every sling can be tested before shipment using our 2500T and 6000T tensile testing machines. Inspection reports, load test certificates, and product documentation are available upon request.
Third-party certificates available: ABS, DNV, CCS, LS, and BV.
With two manufacturing plants operating simultaneously and over 5,000 tons of wire rope inventory, we are able to provide flexible production scheduling and reliable lead times for urgent project requirements.