Patent ID: 8959847
Filing Date: 2015-02-24
Classification: B66C

Abstract:
1. A hoisting assembly adapted for lifting a precast concrete element which has at least one anchoring member embedded therein, the assembly comprising: a locking bolt with an arcuate configuration on a first end; a hoisting shackle having a toroidal portion, the toroidal portion comprising a slot positioned on at least an outer circumference of the toroidal portion for receiving the first end of the locking bolt; said hoisting shackle further comprising laterally extending members defining a void portion having an internal arcuate surface, the internal arcuate surface oriented substantially perpendicular to the slot, and the internal arcuate surface adapted for contacting the anchoring member, wherein the hoisting shackle and the anchoring member are provided in force transmitting communication when the first end of the locking bolt is received by the slot and the anchoring member.