Sockets; Socket Installation - REID LIFTING PORTADAVIT QUANTUM Assembly & Operation Manual

Inspection & Maintenance

Sockets

REID's davits need to be anchored to a suitable
structural surface/foundation capable of
withstanding the applicable loading We strongly
recommends that a structural engineer validates
this prior to installation of the product.
This product can be supplied with one of the
sockets specified below (only sockets supplied
by REID Lifting are approved to be used with this
product):
The Top Mount socket is for use on flat
horizontal surfaces. It can be installed onto
concrete using resin bonded anchors or into
steel work using bolts
The Side Mount socket can be installed using
resin bonded anchors or mechanical anchors
The Bridge Mount socket is for mounting into
steel work and walkways
The Cast & Resin Bonded sockets can be
cast into new concrete or resin bonded into
existing concrete
Top Mount Side Mount
Bridge Mount Cast & Resin Bonded

Socket Installation

Socket installation should only be carried out by
a qualified person, with the ability to specify the
anchors, resin, and fasteners necessary to ensure
an installation that is safe for use. If in any doubt
about the calculation of loads, contact your REID
Lifting representative.
Depending upon the socket type, there are a
number of different installation options. If bolts
are being used for this, then these should be
minimum grade 8.8 BZP or if stainless, grade A4
or equivalent.
When installing the socket, it is important to
ensure that the top face is as level as possible,
with misalignment no more than 3 degrees from
the horizontal.
Note: Site specific information regarding the
installation of REID davit sockets CANNOT be
detailed within this operating manual as each
site/structure is different. A qualified engineer
MUST design and approve each installation
based on the minimum mounting requirements,
site information and experience.