What is BS 6911-10 – Machine-mounted retrieval device about?
Earth-moving machines are heavy duty machines that are used in construction projects for moving earth, pushing materials, digging and levelling earth.
BS 6911 is an International Standard series that discusses the testing of earth-moving machinery.
BS 6911-10 is an International Standard that defines the performance requirements of a retrieval device mounted on an earth-moving machine listed in ISO 6165. Requirements for verification testing, if needed, are included.
In accordance with ISO 6750, information on the location and instructions for proper use of retrieval devices is provided in the operator manual.
Who is BS 6911-10 - Machine-mounted retrieval device for?
BS 6911-10 on machine-mounted retrieval device performance requirements is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of earth-moving machinery
- Product design engineers
- Mechanical / production engineers
- Owners and operators of earth-moving machinery
- Contractors
- Project managers
- Maintenance crews
- Quality control and testing personnel
Why should you use BS 6911-10 - Machine-mounted retrieval device?
Studies have shown that the tow rope, used for retrieving a large disabled or mired earth-moving machine is seldom larger than 40 mm diameter wire rope. This is typically the largest size that can be handled by the person connecting the tow rope to the machine.
Therefore, BS 6911-10 is applicable to machine-mounted retrieval devices of capacities not exceeding 106 N. This value corresponds to the minimum breaking force of a 40 mm diameter Group 3 wire rope with steel core as listed in ISO 2408.
BS 6911-10 guides you with performance requirements for machine-mounted retrieval devices so that projects proceed smoothly and without delays.
