As an expert in the field of heavy lifting and rigging, I understand the importance of choosing the right lifting equipment for the job. Webbing slings are an essential tool for lifting and moving heavy loads, but not all webbing slings are created equal. Knowing the different types of webbing slings and their applications is…
I recently helped one of my colleagues at work to sort out the lifting slings; we had to do this for an upcoming health and safety audit. I noticed that you get various slings, and I asked my co-worker why some slings have tags on them. He told me he would tell me after a…
There is always more than one way a load can be lifted with a sling, in many cases it is a matter of opinion, but there are also always some options that are better than others. Some hitches should not be used when lifting with a sling. Of the three most common hitches: vertical hitch,…
I was watching a tv program about construction sites a while back. I heard them talking about slings that they use and their safety. I have never been to a construction site before, and I was curious about the slings they mentioned, which made me wonder; should slings be inspected before each use? Slings have…
Last week, I walked past a construction site, and I saw some workers lifting loads on pallets with slings using a tower crane. The operation looked unsafe, which made me wonder: “Can you lift a pallet with slings?” we will explore this topic in this article. According to the best industry standards, it is unsafe…
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