Certified Lifting Equipment Verification & Safety Assurance

Load Testing & Inspection Services

Proof load testing and inspection services for cranes, rigging systems, and lifting equipment across offshore and industrial operations.

Load testing of offshore crane using certified water bags and calibrated load cells
Certified water bags, load cells, test weights
Cranes, hoists, slings, spreader bars, rigging gear
Offshore and onshore facilities
Lifting integrity and compliance verification

Load Testing & Inspection Services for Lifting Equipment Integrity

Fairtex delivers certified load testing and inspection services for cranes, rigging equipment, hoists, spreader bars, slings, and lifting apparatuses used across offshore, marine, industrial, and construction environments. The service is designed to verify lifting integrity, confirm operational safety, and support compliance with applicable lifting regulations and industry standards.

Testing operations are performed using certified water bag systems, calibrated load cells, and controlled test weights to ensure accurate load application and traceable measurement results. Our trained inspection personnel execute testing activities with a focus on minimizing downtime while maintaining safe operational conditions.

Typical applications: offshore cranes, mobile cranes, overhead cranes, hoists, spreader bars, lifting beams, rigging assemblies, slings, lifting accessories, industrial handling systems

What this service covers

Crane Load Testing

Fairtex performs proof load testing for mobile, overhead, and offshore cranes using certified water bags and calibrated load systems. Testing verifies structural integrity, lifting performance, and safe working load capability under controlled conditions.

Rigging Equipment Inspection

Inspection services cover rigging assemblies including slings, shackles, spreader bars, lifting beams, and associated lifting accessories. Visual and dimensional checks are carried out to identify wear, deformation, corrosion, and mechanical defects.

Hoist & Lifting Apparatus Verification

Hoists and lifting apparatuses are inspected and tested to confirm operational readiness following installation, maintenance, repair, or prolonged downtime. Load testing validates lifting performance and mechanical reliability before return to service.

Certified Water Bag & Load Cell Testing Systems

Fairtex deploys proof-loaded water bags designed for adverse offshore and industrial environments. All load measuring instruments and calibrated load cells are traceable and maintained to support accurate test execution and QA/QC compliance.

Inspection Reporting & Compliance Documentation

Detailed inspection reports and load test certificates are issued following completion of testing activities. Documentation supports compliance verification, lifting equipment traceability, and operational audit requirements.

Key Takeaways

  • Certified load testing for cranes, rigging systems, and lifting equipment
  • Water bag systems suitable for offshore and onshore environments
  • Calibrated load cells and traceable measurement systems
  • Inspection and testing designed to minimize operational downtime
Equipment

Instruments and systems used for this service.

Load Testing Equipment
Certified Water Bag System
Used for controlled proof load testing of cranes and lifting systems in offshore and industrial environments.
Load Measurement Instrumentation
Calibrated Load Cells
Provides accurate and traceable load monitoring during proof load testing operations.
Static Load Testing Equipment
Test Weight Assemblies
Used for load verification and operational testing of lifting equipment and rigging systems.
Support Equipment
Rigging & Lifting Accessories
Supports safe deployment and alignment of load testing systems during field operations.
Standards

Codes and standards this service conforms to.

Safety requirements for lifting and rigging operations
OSHA 1910
Occupational Safety and Health Standards
Requirements for below-the-hook lifting devices and load testing
ASME B30.20
Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
Inspection and maintenance guidelines for offshore lifting operations
API RP 2D
Operation and Maintenance of Offshore Cranes
Deliverables

What you receive.

Load Test Certificate

Certified documentation confirming successful proof load application and verification.

Inspection Report

Detailed findings covering equipment condition and operational assessment.

Calibration Documentation

Traceable calibration certificates for load cells and measurement equipment.

Compliance Verification Record

Documentation supporting OSHA and applicable lifting standard compliance.

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