1. WHAT ARE WEBBING SLING AND ROUND SLING

Webbing sling and round sling are used to lift and restrain loads. webbing sling are flat,whereas round slings are tubular. Polyester slings have many advantages over their metal alternatives,such as chains.They weigh less and take up less space,for instance,as well as being easier to maintain and inspect,less dangerous to use.

1. EUROPEAN STANDARD

Webbing slings must comply with the EN1492-1:2000+A1:2008 standard,whereas round slings have to comply with the EN1492-2:2000+A1:2008 standard.

1. SAFETY FACTOR

Webbing sling and round sling has safety factor 4:1 5:1 6:1 7:1, with 6:1 7:1 being the most common. The minimum breaking load of sling with a 6:1 safety factor is six times higher than the load indicated on the sling.

1. SLING COLORS

We can tell the work load limit of a particular webbing sling or round sling by looking at its color.The color coding system is used worldwide. But it is important to remember that it is not used on all slings. That’s why it’s always important to check the load on the label.