Flat Webbing Sling
Flat webbing sling are versatile, cost-effective and easy to handle lifting accessories. They can be used in several applications in the construction industry as well as in transportation industries.
It’s important to protect the webbing sling from sharp edges that could tear its fabric. Also, avoid shock loading. This can cause heat damage.
Strength
Flat webbing slings are a flexible, versatile and affordable choice for lifting and transporting loads. They can be used in basket, choker and vertical configurations, helping reduce the risk of damage to delicate loads. Webbing slings are also easy to rig and can be used with a variety of rigging equipment. They are available in a range of sizes and capacities, and are colour-coded to identify the safe working load limit.
They are also resistant to environmental factors, allowing them to work well in harsh environments. However, they are not suitable for use with acids, bleaching agents or temperatures above 194°F. They are also vulnerable to UV degradation, which can cause them to deteriorate over time.
It is important to carry out a visual inspection of slings regularly, and replace them when they show signs of wear or damage. A damaged sling can lead to accidents and is not safe to use. Slings should be removed from service if they display any of the following signs: local deterioration as distinct from general wear and tear, abrasion or cuts, weakened stitching or damaged loops.
Durability
Flat webbing slings are durable, and when properly cared for they will provide years of safe and reliable service. Regular visual inspections are important, especially before each use to look for any damage that may compromise the rated capacity. During these inspections, qualified personnel should look for localized deterioration (discoloration or frayed edges), heat or friction damage, and chemical attack or degradation.
If a sling is damaged, it should be flat webbing sling removed from service and repaired or replaced. Using damaged slings can cause serious accidents and injuries.
A flat webbing sling’s flexibility means it can be wrapped around the load to minimise the amount of stress placed on the load bearing surface. This reduces the risk of damage and provides the best possible load distribution, ensuring 100% WLL efficiency.
The sling’s ability to be wrapped around the load also minimises the chance of the sling and load being twisted during a lift. Flat webbing slings are available with either flat eyes or twisted eye ends to suit your specific application. A flat eye sling can be used in a basket hitch or vertical hitch, while a twisted eye sling is ideal for choker hitches.
The sling’s high-tenacity polyester fibre webbing and sewing thread have excellent resistance to abrasion, friction, UV degradation and chemical products. Its wide-width design also offers excellent stability, especially when used with a sliding hook.
Lightweight
Flat webbing slings are an inexpensive alternative to other types of lifting equipment. They are soft, flat webbing sling flexible and can be used in a variety of configurations to minimise scratching and denting on your load. They are also able to absorb heavy shocks. They can be fabricated with wide load-bearing surfaces to help you lift large and long loads. In addition to this, they can be customised with shackles to help you carry out your task.
Webbing slings can be made from either nylon or polyester. The difference between the two is that nylon stretches more to help avoid shock loading while polyester is resistant to acids, bleaching agents and ethers. However, both slings are durable, lightweight and can withstand high-speed rotational movements.
Both slings have an outer jacket that is designed to protect the load-bearing core yarns from damage and dirt. The woven material also provides abrasion resistance and extends the rated capacity of the sling. They are available with a variety of colour-coded straps that correspond to the sling’s capacity, including purple for one ton, green for two ton, yellow for three ton, red for five ton and brown for eight ton slings. The slings also have a Tuff-Tag serial number for traceability and required OSHA information.
Both flat and round webbing slings should be inspected regularly to ensure that they remain safe for use. If you notice any local deterioration that could compromise the sling’s strength, such as heat or friction damage, it should be taken out of service immediately.
Safety
Flat webbing slings have eyes on each end for attaching to the appropriate shackle or fitting. This allows for safe and easy use in choker, basket or vertical configurations. These slings are available in two materials, nylon or polyester which both have different chemical resistance properties and the best option will depend on your application. Nylon slings perform well when there is grease and oil present and have good resistance to certain chemicals, however acids and bleaching agents will decrease performance. Polyester web slings can be used in acidic environments or near bleaching agents but should not be used in alkaline environments.
Both types of sling are resistant to degradation from UV light. However, prolonged exposure to heat will decrease their durability. Always keep web slings away from UV sources and hot equipment.
Regardless of the material type, slings should be inspected regularly. It is important to check for abrasions, cut edges and other signs of damage. If the sling is damaged or shows any of these symptoms it should be removed from service and replaced. Also, slings should be stored in cool and dry locations to protect them from moisture, which could cause damage or degrading. Finally, slings should be kept off the ground, as they can be a tripping hazard when lying on the floor.