Sling Protection Sleeves: How to Protect Synthetic Slings From Cuts
How to protect synthetic slings from sharp edges and abrasion: sleeves vs wear pads vs corner protectors, the Spider Sleeve, how to choose, and common mistakes.
Rigging references
Capacity charts, sling angles, inspection rules and wire rope basics, written for the crews doing the lift.
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Load Charts & Capacity
Wire Rope Sling Angle Chart: Maximizing Load Capacity
Inspection & Safety
Top 5 Wire Rope Safety Tips Every Operator Should Know
Load Charts & Capacity
Working load limits, capacity charts and how sling angles and hitches change them.
Load Charts & Capacity
Wire Rope Sling Angle Chart: Maximizing Load Capacity
Learn how horizontal sling angles reduce wire rope WLL. Elko Wire Rope explains sling tension factors and safe rigging practices for construction…
Load Charts & Capacity
Sling Angle Chart: How Lifting Angles Affect Sling Capacity
How Lifting Angles Affect Sling Capacity and Safety In industrial, construction, and heavy-lift environments, slings rarely lift loads in a straight vertical…
Load Charts & Capacity
Wire Rope Sling Capacity Chart and Working Load Limits
A wire rope sling's capacity depends on four things: the rope diameter, how the sling is made, the hitch, and the sling…
Slings
Wire rope, synthetic, round and chain slings: how to choose and use them.
Slings
Twin-Path Slings vs Round Slings: When to Upgrade to Slingmax
Slingmax Twin-Path vs polyester round slings compared: strength, stretch, weight, inspection, heat, repair and cost, plus six signs a job has outgrown…
Slings
Wire Rope vs Synthetic Slings: Which is Best for Your Lifting Needs?
When it comes to lifting heavy loads safely, the choice of sling is critical. Two of the most widely used options in…
Slings
Choosing the Right Lifting Sling: Round Slings vs. Web Slings
When it comes to lifting heavy loads safely and efficiently, choosing the right lifting sling is essential. Industries ranging from construction to…
Free tool
Which round sling do you need?
Enter the load and the hitch. The sling finder picks the color and capacity.
Inspection & Safety
Inspection rules, removal criteria and the mistakes that cause failures on the job.
Inspection & Safety
Top 5 Wire Rope Safety Tips Every Operator Should Know
In industries like construction, mining, and heavy manufacturing, wire rope is the lifeline of your operation, literally. It supports massive loads, endures…
Inspection & Safety
How Environmental Conditions Affect Sling Performance and Lifespan
In industrial and construction environments, lifting equipment operates under a wide range of conditions — from dry indoor warehouses to offshore platforms…
Inspection & Safety
Common Rigging Mistakes and How to Avoid Costly Downtime
Rigging operations are the backbone of many industrial, construction, and marine projects. When performed correctly, they allow for the safe and efficient…
Wire Rope
Construction, terminology and crane rope, explained for the crews who use it.
Wire Rope
Wire Rope Rigging Terms: The Complete Glossary (With Clip Chart)
Plain-language glossary of wire rope and rigging terminology: construction, lay, grades, WLL and design factor, terminations, hitches, hardware and inspection terms, plus…
Wire Rope
6x19 vs 6x37 Wire Rope: IWRC vs Fiber Core (With Strength Chart)
Wire rope is named for how it's built. "6x19 IWRC" means 6 strands, about 19 wires per strand, wrapped around an independent…
Wire Rope
Your One-Stop Shop for Crane Rope Solutions
When it comes to reliable crane rope, experience and efficiency are key. At Elko Wire Rope, we bring over 30 years of…
Rigging Hardware
Shackles, hooks, hoists and the hardware that completes the rig.
Rigging Hardware
Simplifying Heavy Lifts: How Rigging Hardware Improves Efficiency on the Job Site
How the Right Rigging Hardware Saves Time In industrial lifting and construction operations, efficiency often comes down to one factor — how…
Rigging Hardware
Integrating Wire Rope Slings with Chain Hoists and Crane Systems
In industrial lifting operations, success depends not only on having high-quality rigging products but also on how well they work together. Wire…
Rigging Hardware
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Rigging Products for Demanding Jobs
Why Demanding Jobs Need Better Rigging When it comes to lifting and moving heavy loads, safety and precision depend on the quality…
Industry & Company
News from Elko Wire Rope and the industries we serve.
Industry & Company
Choosing the Right Rigging Solutions for Every Industrial Challenge
Industrial lifting operations are complex and varied. From construction sites to offshore drilling platforms, each project presents unique challenges. Choosing the right…
Industry & Company
Choosing the Right Rigging Equipment for Your Lifting Operations
Successful lifting operations rely on more than just strength—they depend on using the right rigging equipment for the specific job. Every load,…
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