What different types of lifting gear are there?

Slinging gear includes, for example:

• Chains,
• Wire ropes,
• Lifting straps or
• Round slings.

Slinging gear connects the load directly to the lifting device (for example a crane).

When is which lifting gear used?

A chain is always used when the material is hot, when there are loads that do not have slippery surfaces, but also to transport sharp-edged profiles and supports. Sling chains have a high load-bearing capacity while using less material.

Wire ropes are particularly suitable for loads that have an oily, smooth or slippery surface. They are particularly light and therefore easy to handle. Hook ropes, on the other hand, serve as a connection between a crane hook and the eye of the load. Here, too, the hook chain serves as the connection between the eye, the load and the hoist.

Textile slings include lifting straps or round slings. Both lifting straps and round slings fit well to the load and are easy to handle because they are very light. They are usually made of polyester and are resistant to oils, greases and fuels. Therefore, lifting straps and round slings are particularly suitable for loads with sensitive and very slippery surfaces. These are, for example, rollers, shafts or loads with a painted surface.

A combination of chain and rope as a sling is also possible. This sling is often used for transporting profile steel.

Testing of lifting gear

Our Globus testing service will be happy to take care of testing your lifting gear. Our BG-certified experts carry out the tests in accordance with DGUV regulations and FSA guidelines at your location and in our company. If you are interested, please contact us!