William Hackett
A transatlantic partnership will bring Quad Pawl hoists to the US
Atlas Lifting & Rigging (ALR) has signed an agreement to import innovative hoists from William Hackett in the UK. The hoists feature William Hackett’s patented Quad Pawl technology, which the company says makes them the safest in the world. Ben Burgess, director of William Hackett, said, “Our Quad Pawl technology has been a huge success […]
Chain reaction
Despite your best intentions, your business might be using non-compliant lifting chains. Ben Burgess, director at William Hackett, highlights why. The internet has transformed how businesses operate in the B2C and B2B arenas, providing increased choice and more purchasing power for consumers. We can find multiple sellers with a couple of clicks, meaning vendors must […]
Chain reaction
Despite your best intentions, your business might be using non-compliant lifting chains. Ben Burgess, director at William Hackett, highlights why. The internet has transformed how businesses operate in the B2C and B2B arenas, providing increased choice and more purchasing power for consumers. We can find multiple sellers with a couple of clicks, meaning vendors must […]
Latest Quad Pawl chain hoist for greater safety and performance onshore
William Hackett, a world-leader and pioneer of offshore lifting hoists and chains, has launched the WH C4 QP, which incorporates the company’s patented quad pawl (QP) mechanism. Ben Burgess, director at William Hackett says, “Innovation based on a detailed understanding of lifting applications is at the heart of what we do, and this latest addition […]
Find out more about Hydrogen Embrittlement
William Hackett, a leader in the supply of offshore lifting hoists and chains, has released an industry report to help minimise the risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement (HE) and Stress Induced Corrosion Cracking (SICC). The report includes guidance on material choices used in topside and subsea lifts, and is seen as a major step forward in […]
Technical Report highlights growing issues of Hydrogen Embrittlement offshore
William Hackett, a leader in the supply of offshore lifting hoists and chains, has released an industry report to help minimise the risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement (HE) and Stress Induced Corrosion Cracking (SICC). The report includes guidance on material choices used in topside and subsea lifts, and is seen as a major step forward in […]
New offshore hoist transforms safety and saves money
William Hackett, a world-leader in the development and manufacture of offshore lifting hoists and chains, has launched the SSL5, incorporating its patented quad pawl (QP) mechanism. The company says that it is the safest and most efficient offshore and subsea lever hoist in the world. Ben Burgess, director at William Hackett says, “It’s a piece […]