Chain Sling Configurations And its Application

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Chain Slings is among the strongest and most durable types of rigging used around the world. In fact, it is not unusual to check chain slinging assemblies which have been in continuous service up to 40 years already. Industrial lifting chains manufactured from galvanized steel wire chain offer several key benefits over other synthetic nylon web chains, polyester or twin-path chain slings: galvanized steel wire chain slinging assemblies are more fire retardant than their fabric counterparts; they are also more resistant to corrosion, rust and metal fatigue; and, they are available in a nearly unlimited array of colors, thread types and sizes to satisfy a wide variety of applications. Some chain assemblies are even lubricated to keep them operating smoothly.

What a Chain Sling Configuration consists of The typical industrial grade chain sling configuration consists of four posts, called spindles, with a cross chain between them. One end of this cross chain is attached to a single side of a standard chain sling, whereas the other end connects to a second post on the opposite side of the chain sling. This configuration is referred to as a double post chain sling. Industrial weight lifting chains made of galvanized steel are often available as single-link or double-link chains. Most single-link chains are constructed with a slip nut at the center of the chain sling. Most master links, which connect two chain slinging assemblies, utilize this slip nut to seal the chain. Master links may also be utilized to prevent cross connection, and to prevent the chain from shifting in tension when an application is run in the forward motion. Regardless of whether a sling assembly is run in the forward or reverse motion, standard chain slinging configurations employ master fittings which are installed between the chain pulley and the spindle assembly at the lower end of the chain. As previously stated, there are many different variations of this type of chain sling configuration. There are many different chain sling applications and many different chain sling designs. In addition to these variations, there are many different reasons an individual manufacturer might utilize a particular design factor. For example, certain chain slinging assemblies are designed to carry heavier loads than other configurations. Many times, chain sling manufacturers make designs specifically for their product line.

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