GB16542-2010
Safety technical requirements for cage
罐笼安全技术要求
GB 16542-2010 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Safety technical requirements for cage. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Oct 1, 2011.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
GB 16542-2010 applies to the design, manufacturing, and inspection of shaft hoisting cages used in metal and non-metal mines, as well as coal and coal-series mines. This standard is mandatory for all manufacturers producing hoisting cages for the specified mining applications. It replaces the previous GB 16542-1996 and specifically excludes general usage requirements that were present in the old version.
Technical requirements
The standard outlines comprehensive safety specifications across several critical assemblies. For the cage main body, it mandates specific structural integrity, material selection criteria (noting that aluminum alloys must meet strict strength and stability requirements), and dimensional constraints for internal clearances and safety gaps. For coal mine applications, the use of light metals such as magnesium-aluminum alloys is strictly prohibited to prevent ignition hazards. Regarding the suspension device, the standard specifies critical safety factors for main load-bearing components. Components used for lifting personnel must maintain a minimum safety factor of 13, while those used exclusively for materials must maintain a minimum of 10. The standard also dictates requirements for wedge-type rope clips and the necessary hydraulic pressures for rope adjustment mechanisms. For the guide assemblies, requirements are established for the clearance between guide shoes and various types of guides (wood, wire rope, structural steel). The rolling guide shoes must utilize polyurethane rubber or equivalent materials, with specific parameters for buffer travel and maximum horizontal force tolerance. The fall arrester (safety catch) section mandates strict performance criteria. Single-rope hoisting cages designed for personnel transport must be equipped with a reliable fall arrester. The standard specifies maximum allowable negative acceleration limits during braking and requires a maximum action idle time of 0.25 seconds to ensure human safety during rope failure.
Testing methods
The standard defines two main inspection categories: factory inspection and site inspection. Testing procedures include non-destructive testing (NDT) for main load-bearing welds and suspension components, utilizing radiographic and ultrasonic methods in accordance with GB/T 3323 and GB/T 11345. Every fall arrester must undergo a mandatory drop test (uncoupling test) before being approved for operation. Additionally, it outlines specific tests for high-strength bolt torque coefficients, external loading tests for suspension devices, and visual dimensional checks for riveting and welding quality.
FAQs
What products and facilities are regulated under GB 16542-2010?
The standard applies to the design, manufacturing, and inspection of shaft hoisting cages used in metal and non-metal mines, coal mines, and coal-series mines. It is mandatory for all manufacturers producing cages for these applications.
Are there any significant updates from the previous GB 16542-1996 version?
The 2010 version explicitly clarifies its applicability to coal and coal-series mines, adds special material requirements for coal mine cages (such as prohibiting light metals like magnesium-aluminum alloys), and introduces mandatory testing for the fall arresters. It also removed the previous usage requirements section.
How does GB 16542-2010 relate to international ISO standards?
While it references general structural and welding standards, GB 16542-2010 is a highly specific Chinese national standard tailored to the unique operational and safety demands of mine shaft hoisting systems. Compliance with this specific GB standard is required for domestic market access.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- D93
- ICS
- 73.100.40
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Relationships
Replaces:GB 16542-1996