Ground Release Shackle

Designed by contractors, for contractors, this robust pile lifting shackle has been refined over years of real-world use. Built for strength, safety, and efficiency, it supports a “Feet on the Ground” approach—minimizing risk by keeping site operatives at a safe level during pile lifting and release.

Key Benefits:

✅ Enhanced Safety – Works seamlessly with the Sheet Pile Threader, eliminating the need for workers to climb above the top frame level.
✅ Versatile & Adaptable – Lifts all steel piles up to 28mm thick, with options for single or paired lifting using multiple shackles.
✅ Heavy-Duty Construction – High-strength cast steel body with a hardened alloy steel plunger for durability and long service life.
✅ Reliable & Secure Grip – Stiffened forks resist spreading under load, while an indicator bar ensures proper engagement with the pile lifting hole.
✅ Quick & Easy Operation – Fast coupling and release maximize productivity, with a safety ring to prevent accidental disengagement.
✅ Multiple Lifting Options – Can be used with standard crane hooks, ‘D’ shackles, fork anchors, or solid steel crossheads for ultimate flexibility.

Available with 150mm (6”) or 250mm (10”) throat depths, these shackles are proof-tested to twice their safe working load—offering unmatched reliability for lifting Larssen ‘U’ piles, Frodingham ‘Z’ piles, pipe, or box piles.

Built tough, built safe—maximize efficiency and safety with our heavy-duty pile lifting shackles.