Key Differences

o   API 2C: Design and construction requirements.

o   API 2D: Operation, inspection, and maintenance guidelines.

Technical description: API 2C and API 2D are cornerstone standards for offshore crane safety and reliability. API 2C governs the design and construction of cranes, specifying load ratings, structural integrity, and testing protocols to ensure equipment can withstand harsh marine environments. API 2D focuses on operational aspects, including inspection intervals, maintenance procedures, and competency requirements for personnel. Understanding both standards is essential for operators to maintain compliance and avoid costly downtime or regulatory penalties.

Conbit can assist: We provide comprehensive compliance audits, engineering evaluations, and procedure development aligned with API standards. Our team benchmarks your cranes against design and operational requirements, identifies gaps, and delivers corrective action plans. We also offer training programs to ensure technicians meet competency criteria and implement digital tools for tracking inspections and certifications. By integrating API compliance into your maintenance strategy, Conbit helps you achieve operational excellence and audit readiness.

Next steps: Share your crane specifications, operational history, and compliance objectives. Conbit will prepare a tailored roadmap that includes gap analysis, upgrade recommendations, and training schedules. Contact us today to strengthen your offshore lifting operations and ensure full conformity with API 2C and API 2D standards.