Everything you need to know about chain slings

Wednesday, 30 September 2020

Chain slings are one of the most common pieces of lifting equipment and there are many ways you can use one to complete a lift. There is a wide range of options available in the market as well as a vast array of guides that help in working out which chain sling you should use. There are many factors that should be considered to ensure you are not only using the right chain sling but also caring for it the right way too. This article provides you with a broad range of information including an overview of the types of chain slings, things to consider before selecting or using your sling as well as our inspection, care and storage recommendations to ensure compliance and safety. For this information and more on chain slings that will help you achieve equipment longevity - click through to the article.

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Visual inspections and internal breaks

Thursday, 2 July 2020

Even the most rigorous inspection regime for wire ropes on cranes could leave you exposed to risk if visual inspections are the only methods used. During a visual rope examination, only the condition of the visible parts of the outer wires can be evaluated. Quite often, the visible 20% looks good, while a great number of wire breaks are concealed in the invisible part of the rope. Wire ropes with internal wire breaks and no external signs of damage are extremely dangerous. In this article we detail the importance of introducing electromagnetic wire rope testing, also known as non-destructive testing, or NDT into your maintenance program. For information on NDT, loose strands, birdcaging as well as some advice on how to best prevent breaks from happening – please click through to the article.

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How to choose the right sling

Thursday, 30 January 2020

Choosing the right lifting equipment is crucial to ensure safety when conducting a lift, and with the wide range of options available in the market, it can sometimes be challenging to know if you are using the best sling for your lift. Wire rope, chain, synthetic and webbing slings each have their benefits, but not all benefits are applicable to all lifts or environments. To help you choose the right sling, we have devised a list of factors to consider before making your selection from considering the load and frequency of use to the method of slinging and the operating environment. To find out more, click through the article

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Common misuses of chain hoists

Thursday, 28 November 2019

Chain hoists are a common piece of lifting equipment due to their ability to reduce the puling effort and amount of strain an operator will encounter when lifting a load. They are extremely versatile, come in a variety of models and can be used in almost every industry even subsea environments. Whilst chain hoists are known for their durability, reliability and versatility, they still require proper care, use and maintenance to ensure they don’t encounter damage. To read about some common misuses of chain hoists and why you should avoid doing such things, click through to the article.

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Common problems found during lifting gear inspections

Thursday, 31 October 2019

Nobles complete thousands of inspections across a range of industries all around Australia every quarter. This gives us strong insight into common problems our customers encounter with their lifting equipment. In this article, we have detailed some of the most common problems we find in the field during these inspections; these include lost ID tags, damaged tags, damaged equipment like chain links and wire rope. We also share ideas on why these problems may occur and list strategies on how you can prevent unnecessary damage that can cause your equipment to be tagged unsalvageable. To read about the common problems we find during lifting gear inspections – click through to the article.

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