AMH Hooks
AMH hooks cover the connection points in hoist assemblies, chain slings, and material handling setups. The AMH hook line is designed for use with AMH chain hoists and is also available as standalone hardware for rigging fabrication and replacement.
AMH Hooks for Hoists and Rigging
Hooks are the terminal connection between a hoist or rigging assembly and the load being lifted. Hoist hooks attach to the lower block of a chain hoist; rigging hooks connect chain slings, wire rope slings, and other hardware to the load. Both types are load-bearing components subject to the inspection and marking requirements of ASME B30.10 (Hooks).
AMH hooks are manufactured to match the working load limits of AMH hoist and chain products, making them a consistent replacement option when the original hook reaches the end of its service life. They are also specified for new rigging assemblies where AMH hardware is the preferred brand across the project.
Holloway Houston carries AMH hooks and can advise on hook type, capacity, and latch requirements for specific applications.
Types of AMH Hooks
Hoist Hooks
Hoist hooks are the lower hook on a chain hoist, the component that attaches to the load or lifting point. They are swivel-mounted in most designs, allowing the load to rotate without twisting the hoist chain. Hoist hooks typically include a safety latch to prevent accidental disengagement during the lift.
Clevis Hooks
Clevis hooks use a U-shaped body with a pin connection rather than a shank. They connect to chain links, shackles, and rigging hardware in applications where the hook position is part of a multi-component assembly. The clevis body distributes force across the pin, making clevis hooks a standard choice for chain sling assemblies.
Grab Hooks and Slip Hooks
Grab hooks have a narrowed throat that captures a specific chain link size, preventing the hook from sliding along the chain. Slip hooks have an open throat that allows the hook to pass along the chain for length adjustment. Both types are used in tie-down and rigging applications.
Related AMH Products
- AMH Chain Hoists : Manual and electric chain hoists that use AMH hooks as the lower connection.
- AMH Chains : Load chain and rigging chain used with AMH hooks for sling fabrication.
- AMH Lifting Clamps : Below-the-hook lifting devices for structural steel, plate, and beam handling.
Why Holloway Houston for AMH Hooks
Holloway Houston is an authorized AMH distributor with over 65 years in the rigging and lifting industry, based in Houston, Texas. We stock AMH hooks for hoist replacement and new rigging assemblies and ship nationwide from our Houston warehouse.
Our rigging specialists can match the right AMH hook model to your hoist or rigging configuration. We also provide rigging inspection services, qualified inspectors examine hooks and hardware per ASME B30.10 and OSHA standards.
Hook Standards and Safety Awareness
AMH hooks are subject to ASME B30.10 (Hooks), which covers design, marking, inspection, maintenance, and use. Key awareness points:
- Hooks manufactured per ASME B30.10 are marked with the working load limit and manufacturer identification. Hooks without legible markings are not suitable for service.
- Visual inspection before each use is standard practice. Indicators for removal from service include cracks, corrosion, deformation of the hook body, throat opening beyond the manufacturer's specification, and twist exceeding 10 degrees from the plane of the unbent hook per ASME B30.10.
- Hooks on chain hoists are integral to the hoist's load path. A damaged or deformed hoist hook warrants hoist removal from service until the hook is replaced.
- Safety latches on hoist hooks prevent the sling or lifting point from disengaging during the lift. Latch condition is part of the frequent inspection protocol under ASME B30.16.
Holloway Houston offers rigging inspection services, qualified inspectors examine hooks, slings, and hardware per ASME and OSHA standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
AMH hooks are subject to ASME B30.10 (Hooks), which covers the design, marking, inspection, maintenance, and use of hooks in load-handling applications. Hooks used in conjunction with chain hoists are also governed by ASME B30.16, which addresses the overall hoist assembly.
AMH hooks are designed to match the working load limits of AMH hoist equipment and are a consistent replacement option when an original hook reaches the end of its service life. Model compatibility and working load limit are confirmed with Holloway Houston before installing replacement hooks.
A clevis hook uses a U-shaped body with a pin that connects to chain links or shackles. A shank hook uses a straight stem that inserts into chain links, sockets, or other fittings. Clevis hooks are common in chain sling assemblies; shank hooks are common in below-the-hook devices and hoist terminations.
Most AMH hoist hooks include safety latches that prevent accidental disengagement of the load during the lift. Clevis and grab hooks may or may not include latches depending on the model and application. Contact Holloway Houston at 1-888-496-4700 to confirm latch configuration for the specific hook model needed.
ASME B30.10 identifies removal criteria that include cracks, nicks, gouges, wear exceeding 10% of the original section dimension, throat opening beyond the manufacturer's specification, and twist exceeding 10 degrees. A hook showing any of these conditions is removed from service until repaired or replaced.
DISCLAIMER
Hooks are load-bearing rigging components. Selection, inspection, and use call for training consistent with ASME B30.10 (Hooks) and applicable OSHA standards. The information on this page is provided for general product awareness and does not replace qualified engineering judgment, manufacturer documentation, or site-specific lift planning.