The basic building blocks of a wire rope are its wires. The classification of these wires indicates their features. Characteristics like abrasion and fatigue resistance are directly affected by the construction of the wire strands. In strands that have two or more layers of wires, the job of the inner layer is to support the […]
Category: Wire Rope
Three Main Core Types of Wire Ropes
Do you know which wire ropes are best suited for your specific applications? On the surface, it does not seem easy to decide on the option That is best suited for your project. Wire ropes are suited for many different functions because they come in such a wide variety of sizes, construction, and material types. […]
When Should You Retire Your Wire Ropes
Without a doubt, rigging gear is put up to the most stringent conditions of wear and tear. Because of the nature of wire ropes and rigging supplies (nylon sling), they are not meant to last forever. With proper use and care, you can greatly extend your products’ life, but they will not last forever. As […]
Why You Should Use Veropes
Veropes are typically constructed with a plastic layer between the outer strand and the steel core. Adding plastic as an intermediate layer stabilizes the form of wire ropes while also increasing the ropes’ lifespan under harsh working conditions. Plastic creates a seal that prevents dirt and water from penetrating the core of the rope. As […]
Top Three Factors Affecting Wire Rope Selections
There are several factors that directly affect the selection of wire rope. Choosing the wrong rope style and size wastes money and time. Improper choices also create dangerous situations at work. Taking the time to think through all determining factors will make it easier for your business to select wire ropes that fit budgets and […]
ASME B30.9 Standards and Wire Rope Maintenance
Inspecting wire rope slings is one of the more critical things to consider before using them for lifting. Accidents are bound to happen when inspections are lacking. Most problems that occur with lifting equipment are preventable by the sling user, crane or hoist operator. Knowing when and how to inspect ropes is essential. Wire rope […]
Understanding Considerations of Wire Rope Slings
There are two main and opposing characteristics of crane wire ropes and Veropes: the resistance to abrasion and flexibility. To a large extent, both traits are a direction of the total numbers of wires in a rope and rope sling. The fewer wires used, the larger the diameters of the wire. This creates better abrasion […]
Wire Rope Classifications and Types
Wire ropes would not exist without wires, which lay around a center rope in different and specific patterns. Strand design creates unique characteristics, like fatigue resistance and abrasion resistance. Strands that are made of a few large wires are more abrasion resistant and have less fatigue resistant compared to ropes of the same size that […]
The Difference Between 7×19, 7×7, and 1×19 Wire Ropes
When shopping for wire ropes or rigging supplies, you will quickly find that there are many options available. For many, the amount of variations causes choice overload, which means that shopping takes longer and is more frustrating. How do you know which ropes are right for your application? Learning about variations in rope types helps […]
Who Should Perform Wire Rope Sling Inspections and When?
Who are the people responsible for inspecting lifting slings? Knowing the answer to this question is necessary, but more importantly, it is essential to know how often they are being examined. ASME and OSHA both document when inspections should happen and what should be done on each. The only people that should be doing wire […]