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Poly-What?! All About Synthetic Slings

Poly-quoi ?! Tout sur les écharpes synthétiques

Explore synthetic web slings and round slings, including materials, eye formations, inspection considerations, and hardware compatibility. Learn why sling identification and manufacturer-specific guidance matter when selecting equipment.

Poly-quoi ?! Tout sur les écharpes synthétiques

Explore synthetic web slings and round slings, including materials, eye formations, inspection considerations, and hardware compatibility. Learn why sling identification and manufacturer-specific guidance matter when selecting equipment.

How-To Calculate Load Weight: the basics

Comment calculer le poids d'une charge : les ba...

Learn how to accurately calculate load weight before any lift. Hercules SLR experts walk you through methods to establish load weight, angular lift calculations, sling force, centre of gravity, and...

Comment calculer le poids d'une charge : les ba...

Learn how to accurately calculate load weight before any lift. Hercules SLR experts walk you through methods to establish load weight, angular lift calculations, sling force, centre of gravity, and...

Samson K-100 hoist line

Ligne de levage Samson K-100

Explore Samson’s K-100 synthetic crane hoist line, including the handling and weight benefits described in this product overview. Learn about its design factor, inspection considerations, and the reference materials available...

Ligne de levage Samson K-100

Explore Samson’s K-100 synthetic crane hoist line, including the handling and weight benefits described in this product overview. Learn about its design factor, inspection considerations, and the reference materials available...

Rope Grab: 6 fall protection tips from Hercules

Coulisseau de sécurité : 6 conseils de protecti...

Review six key considerations for rope grab systems, including connectors, compatible lifelines, restraint versus arrest, transfers, and equipment care. Follow manufacturer instructions when selecting and using fall protection equipment.

Coulisseau de sécurité : 6 conseils de protecti...

Review six key considerations for rope grab systems, including connectors, compatible lifelines, restraint versus arrest, transfers, and equipment care. Follow manufacturer instructions when selecting and using fall protection equipment.

Worker checking a turquoise synthetic round sling at a workshop bench.

Guide de téléchargement pour l'inspection des é...

Learn what to look and feel for when inspecting synthetic round slings, from missing identification tags and exposed core yarn to heat damage and worn stitching. Review the differences between...

Guide de téléchargement pour l'inspection des é...

Learn what to look and feel for when inspecting synthetic round slings, from missing identification tags and exposed core yarn to heat damage and worn stitching. Review the differences between...

Working Load Limit Vs. Breaking Strength

Limite de charge de travail vs. résistance à la...

Working Load Limit (WLL) and Breaking Strength are two of the most important safety ratings in rigging. This guide breaks down what each term means, how they relate to each...

Limite de charge de travail vs. résistance à la...

Working Load Limit (WLL) and Breaking Strength are two of the most important safety ratings in rigging. This guide breaks down what each term means, how they relate to each...