Different types of wire rope slings
Wire rope slings are used for years, and are more robust and durable than nylon slings, with higher temperature limits. Wire cable lifting slings used by the crane, rigging and material handling industries are available in many different styles and constructions. Single Part Wire Rope Sling The eye for a single part wire rope sling is formed by looping wire ropes back on to the ropes. The end of the rope is attached via a clamp, or woven by hand, mechanically into the rope body. Single part wire rope slings utilize single wire ropes to produce the sling. Braided Wire Rope Sling A braided wire rope sling is made from braiding wire ropes to form a sling. The increased number of strands enhanced sling strength, and load capacity. The braiding for braided wire rope sling can be executed with three to nine wire ropes. Cable Laid Wire Rope Sling Cable laid wire rope slings are made from combining many smaller wire ropes to form flexible, easy to handle and kink-resistant sling. W...