A Guide to Lifting Slings: Choosing the Right Sling for the Job

We stock a wide variety of lifting slings to match your load requirements:

 

• Flat Web Slings: Lightweight, flexible, and color-coded by capacity. Try the Flat Web Sling 3T Yellow or Flat Web Sling 15T Orange for general lifting.

 

• Round Slings: Durable and ideal for delicate or irregular loads. Options include the Durabone Round Sling 6T Brown and Dymond Round Sling 50T HMPE.

 

• Chain Slings: Heavy-duty and adjustable for rugged environments. Choose the Grade 80 Chain Sling 1 Leg with Clevis Grab Shortener or Grade 100 2-Leg Chain Sling for high-load applications.

• Load Security: Prevents shifting or dropping during lifts.

 

• Versatility: Suitable for vertical, choker, and basket configurations.

 

• Safety Compliance: Meets ASME and ISO standards for lifting operations.

 

• Reduced Damage: Soft slings protect delicate surfaces from abrasion.

• Load Weight: Match sling capacity to your heaviest expected lift.

 

• Sling Type:

Flat web for general use

Round slings for sensitive loads

Chain slings for rugged, repetitive lifting

 

• Length & Configuration: Select based on lift height and anchor points.

 

• Color Coding: Use industry-standard colors to identify capacity quickly.

• Inspect Before Use: Look for cuts, fraying, corrosion, or deformation.

 

• Store Properly: Keep slings dry, clean, and away from direct sunlight.

 

• Replace When Needed: Follow manufacturer guidelines for wear limits.

 

• Record Usage: Maintain logs for high-frequency lifting operations.

Browse our full Lifting Slings range and shop proven performers like the Flat Web Sling 10T Orange, Durabone Round Sling 2T Green, and Grade 100 1-Leg Chain Sling. Whether you’re lifting 1T or 80T, we’ve got the sling to match your job.