Textile Slings

Textile slings are used for moving loads of various configurations and weights. These devices are made of synthetic fibers. The type and load capacity of the products vary — this is taken into account when choosing.

Types of textile slings

Load-lifting elements are manufactured in accordance with regulatory documentation. Textile slings are divided into two categories:

• webbing slings — made of high-strength webbing;
• round-woven slings — with a round cross-section, made of a large number of fibers oriented in the same direction. A protective sleeve is located on the outside, preventing the fibers from twisting and protecting them from external impacts.

By configuration, textile slings are divided into eye-type and endless (round) types. Eye-type slings have loops at the ends for attaching to end fittings or fixtures on the object. In endless slings, the ends of the webbing are joined together, forming a continuous loop.

The material is joined by sewing with high-strength threads. The ends of webbing slings can form a simple loop or a loop with the webbing twisted 180 degrees.

Advantages of load-lifting elements

The application of textile slings is due to a number of properties:

1. Softness — the outer layer of the load is not damaged during lifting.
2. Low weight — simplifies the work process.
3. Safety — the absence of sharp metal parts eliminates the risk of injury to the rigger’s hands.
4. Easy to transport and store — the parts can be compactly folded.
5. Wide temperature range.
6. Long service life.

The webbing wears gradually, which allows timely inspection and replacement of the worn sling.

Regulatory documentation

Textile slings are manufactured in accordance with the criteria of RD 24-S3K-01-01 and PB 10-382-00. This ensures load-lifting elements that meet operating conditions.

The documentation establishes the temperature range in which textile slings may be used. Temperature ratings depend on the material of manufacture. Webbing may be used at temperatures from -80 to 100 degrees.

Application of textile slings

Load-lifting components made of synthetic fibers are used in various fields:

1. For delivering construction materials during the construction of buildings and structures.
2. In the automotive industry.
3. In machine-tool building.
4. When towing wheeled and tracked vehicles.
5. In the mining industry.
6. In industry.

The list of applications is not limited to those mentioned. Textile slings are used for moving objects in warehouse facilities. The protective sleeve allows work to be performed in various conditions.

Sling operating rules

Before starting work, slings are inspected for damage. Special attention is paid to the condition of the webbing, the integrity of the seams, links, and end fittings. If cracks, thread tears, or webbing delamination are found, the sling is replaced. Deformed links and end fittings are to be rejected. Timely detection of defects allows objects to be moved safely.

Before choosing a textile sling, its length and load capacity are taken into account. Proper selection of a sling to match the operating parameters allows it to be used for a long time.

Sling designation	Sling length, mm	Loop length, mm	Calculated breaking strength of wire rope leg, kN	Load capacity at an angle to the vertical of 0°, t
SKP USK1-0.32	1000-15000	240	18.8	0.32
SKP USK1-0.40	1000-15000	240	23.5	0.4
SKP USK1-0.50	1000-15000	240	29.4	0.5
SKP USK1-0.63	1000-15000	240	37.1	0.63
SKP USK1-0.80	2000-20000	280	47.1	0.8
SKP USK1-1.00	2000-20000	280	58.9	1
SKP USK1-1.25	2000-20000	320	73.6	1.25
SKP USK1-1.40	2000-20000	320	82.4	1.4
SKP USK1-1.60	2000-20000	320	94.2	1.6
SKP USK1-2.00	2000-20000	320	118	2
SKP USK1-2.50	3000-25000	400	147	2.5
SKP USK1-2.80	3000-25000	400	165	2.8
SKP USK1-3.20	3000-25000	400	188	3.2
SKP USK1-4.00	3000-25000	400	235	4
SKP USK1-5.00	3000-25000	400	294	5
SKP USK1-6.30	3000-25000	400	371	6.3
SKP USK1-8.00	4000-30000	500	470	8
SKP USK1-10.0	4000-30000	500	589	10
SKP USK1-12.5	4000-30000	500	736	12.5
SKP USK1-16.0	4000-30000	600	941.7	16
SKP USK1-20.0	4000-30000	600	1177.2	20
SKP USK1-25.0	4000-30000	600	1471.5	25
SKP USK1-32.0	4000-30000	600	1883.5	32