I would consider them as lifting lugs and design in accordance with ANSI B30.30, Below the Hook Lifting Devices and Design and Construction of Lifting Beams by David T. Ricker, AISC 4th Quarter, 1991.
Gary W. Loomis, P.E., Senior Structural Engineering
Master Engineers and Designers, Inc.
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From: Scott, William N [mailto:William.N.Scott@conocophillips.com]
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From: Lakshmana Nukala [mailto:lakshmana.nukala@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, September 27, 2007 10:41 AM
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Subject: Lifting Lugs
Hi,
Can any one suggest, whether lifting lug are to classified as structural elements or mechanical / equipment elements? Is there any code to specifying are requirements of the lufting lugs on equipments, flanges, etc.
Regards
Lakshmana RK Nukala