When you need to pull Trench Boxes, manhole boxes, Trench Sheets or waler systems out of a finished excavation, a snatch chain gives you a safe, certified way to do it. This 8 tonne SWL chain is fully LOLER compliant and arrives with the LOLER certificate you need for site records, so you can extract shoring equipment with confidence rather than relying on unrated lifting gear.
Some site teams search for a lifting chain when what they actually need is a dedicated extraction chain built for shoring recovery. At 1.5m long and weighing 18kg, this chain is compact enough to handle on site yet rated to 8 tonnes, giving you the strength to extract heavy shoring components without exceeding safe working limits.
Unlike a general purpose chain sling, this chain is designed specifically for extracting Altrad Generation shoring equipment such as trench boxes, trench sheets, Extraction Clamps and Alloy Waler Rails. Its certification and rated capacity mean you can plan extraction as a controlled, documented step at the end of your excavation programme rather than an improvised task.
Key Features and Benefits
LOLER compliant. Supplied with a LOLER certificate, giving you documented compliance for site records and inspections.
8 tonne safe working load. Rated to extract heavy shoring equipment safely.
1.5m length. Long enough to reach securely without adding unnecessary bulk.
18kg weight. Light enough to move around site by hand.
Wide equipment compatibility. Works with trench boxes, manhole boxes, trench sheets and waler systems for extraction at the end of an excavation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is a snatch chain used for?
A. You use a snatch chain to safely extract shoring equipment such as trench boxes, manhole boxes, trench sheets and waler systems from an excavation once the work is complete. It is LOLER compliant, so you can carry out the extraction under controlled, certified conditions.
Q. What does LOLER compliant mean for a lifting chain?
A. LOLER compliant means the chain meets recognised lifting equipment regulations. This snatch chain is supplied with a LOLER certificate, so you have written confirmation it has been assessed and is fit for lifting and extraction work before you use it.
Q. What is the safe working load of a snatch chain?
A. This snatch chain has a safe working load of 8 tonnes. It measures 1.5m in length and weighs 18kg, giving you a rated, manageable chain for shoring extraction work.
Contact your nearest Altrad Generation Branch to discuss the snatch chain for your project.
