Selecting the right crane wire rope starts with the crane system, not just the rope. Size, strength, and price all matter, but they do not tell the full story. A rope that matches the old diameter or capacity can still perform poorly if it does not match the crane, the rope’s job, the duty cycle, […]
Category: Wire Rope
Using Wire Rope Thimbles
When bending wire rope to attach to hanging points, there is an inherent risk that the eye could be crushed. Adding wire rope thimbles as a means to protect the eyes will allow for smooth rope guiding around natural curves. This creates an extra layer of support for the rope. There are several types of […]
Wire Rope Inspections
The primary purpose of inspecting wire ropes is to ensure that they will not break while being used. Inspections allow for repairs and replacements. Consider replacing any wire rope that has: Variations in diameter Broken wire Deformed Strands Changes in normal appearance Replacing ropes when in doubt of their structural integrity is safe and smart. […]
Three Important Aspects of Purchasing Wire Rope
Wire rope comes in different styles so that it can fit the needs of different industries. Some examples are the automotive industry, industrial manufacturing, and construction industry. While wire rope is versatile, different construction styles mean different functions and purposes. Choosing the right rope, and using it the right way, is the only way to […]
Diagnostic Guide for Wire Rope Degradation
Taking care of rigging supplies is essential for the safety of employees and businesses. Problems with rigging supplies can create a bad name for a company, and so safety should be a high priority when operating. Training employees in understanding wire rope degradation can help them to spot issues more clearly and to address them […]
Pre-installation Check List for Wire Ropes
When a wire rope breaks, it is easy to blame the process without even thinking that the problem could have begun during installation. A good deal of challenges can occur as a result of improper and haphazard installations. During this process, the rope is at a high risk of damage. Before installing wires, you must […]
Treating your Wire Rope with Care
Although wire ropes can withstand a lot of abuse, they are not indestructible. Wire ropes can carry lots of weight without breaking, but that doesn’t mean that they cannot break. There are two things to do to ensure that you get the longest life out of your wire ropes, and these two things are: 1) […]
FAQ: Cables and Wire Rope
Cables/ Wire Ropes are integral elements of structures, construction projects, and transportation systems. These metal cables are found across a wide range of applications and industries. Wire rope/cables are standard rigging supplies and are often used as crane wire rope. Below are some commonly asked questions about cables/ wire ropes: What is wire rope? Simply […]
Wire Rope in the Ski Industry
Every avid skier has pondered this question while riding a chair lift up on a cold winter day: how does a chair lift hold so much weight? Chairlifts are common forms of mountain transportation. Simply put, it is an elevated aerial lift that uses steel wire rope to transport people to the top and bottom […]
Different Constructions of Wire Rope
Industrial machines generally have heavy loads to lift and pull. Whether it’s excavators or farm machinery, wire rope is the rope that is used. Industrial wire ropes typically range from 3/8” (9.5mm) to 2-1/2” (63.5mm) in diameter, and besides heavy machining applications, wire ropes also serve as support cables for large static structures such as […]