Titan Supply Crane Catalogue

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* U.S. Patent 7,000,905 and 7,293,763

Titan Supply is an authorized distributor for WireCo WorldGroup which is the parent company to Casar and Oliveira, brands know worldwide for their performance as the premium option for Crane Rope. These Brands combined with the WireCo Union Brands such as the Flex-X products means we can offer the broadest range of Wire Rope for all applications and environments.

Titan Supply has recently invested in a wire rope “Annealing Machine” so that the requirement of finishing the ends of the Wire Rope can be done in-house and provides for a much quicker turnaround time.

Titan Supply is an Authorized Crosby dealer ensuring that we can provide the highest quality fittings and equipment for all your lifting applications.

As the authorized fabricator for Slingmax Rigging Solutions we fabricate in-house a wide selection of the industries premium high performance slings both in Synthetic and wire. We also have a wide selection of engineered softeners that will ensure a safe lift.

Gunnebo Johnson crane blocks are dominant in the North American lifting Industry. Gunnebo Johnson snatch blocks, specialty tackle and ForgeFab® sheaves are found wherever experienced people insist on the best and most reliable products in the toughest applications. Gunnebo Johnson products give you quality performance and value unmatched in the industry.

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Wire Rope Casar Starlift Xtra ....................................................................................................................... Eurolift .............................................................................................................................. Paraplast .......................................................................................................................... Turboplast ........................................................................................................................ Stratoplast ........................................................................................................................ Turbolift ............................................................................................................................ Unilift ................................................................................................................................ Oliveira Sa NR Maxipact .................................................................................................................... HD 8 K PPI ...................................................................................................................... Union XLT4 ................................................................................................................................ Flex-X 19 ......................................................................................................................... Flex-X 6 ...........................................................................................................................In Stock Crane Rope Assemblies Starlift Plus ................................................................................................................................. NR Maxipact ..............................................................................................................................Spelter Buttons Resin Spelter Buttons for Terex Crane Hoist Ropes .................................................................. Resin Spelter Buttons for Liebherr Crane Hoist Ropes ..............................................................Button Socket ........................................................................................................................................Socket Terminators ...............................................................................................................................Crosby Split-Nut Retention System ......................................................................................................Crane Balls & Swivels ...........................................................................................................................Crane Blocks McKissick® 380 Series Easy Reeve .......................................................................................... McKissick® 380 Series .............................................................................................................. McKissick® 680 Series Construction Blocks ............................................................................. Quick Reeve Mobile Crane Block .............................................................................................. Fixed Bail Construction Marine Blocks ...................................................................................... Shorty “J” Crane Blocks ............................................................................................................ McKissick® Easy-Lift® Overhead Bridge Crane Block .............................................................Snatch Blocks Johnson Snatch Blocks ............................................................................................................ McKissick® Snatch Blocks .......................................................................................................Master Link Hybrid ..............................................................................................................................Sheaves Crane Sheaves ......................................................................................................................... Wire Rope Sheaves ..................................................................................................................Slings Wire Rope Slings ...................................................................................................................... Tuff-Lift® Slings ........................................................................................................................ Twin-Path® Slings .................................................................................................................... Slingmax® ................................................................................................................................Outrigger Pads ....................................................................................................................................Crane Users Guide .............................................................................................................................

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CASAR Starlift Xtra Strength and Weights Chart (millimeters)

Diameter (mm)

Weight (lb/ft)

Minimum Breaking Force (tons of 2000 lbs)

16 0.85 30.6 19 1.22 42.9 22 1.65 57.2

25.4 2.19 75.8 26 2.30 79.3 28 2.67 91.6 30 3.08 105 32 3.50 119

Features

Starlift Xtra

• The new high performance rotation resistant hoist rope that provides the user unique characteristics.• Is the strongest of all ropes in the Casar high performance rotation-resistant product line.• The balanced design results in minimal torque under load, providing superior rotation resistance. Under a normal working load range it has virtually no tendency to rotate, making it ideal for both single-part and multi-part hoist systems and also for those involving long falls where rotation resistance is required.• The multi-strand design combined with compacted strands and lang lay construction helps to maximize resistance to wear by greatly increasing wire and strand surface areas that contact sheaves and drums.• The characteristics of Starlift Xtra enhance its performance in multiple-layer spooling as well. The design provides excellent resistance to both abrasion and scrubbing that occurs at kick over areas and crushing that occurs at the crossover points in multiple-layer drum spooling.• May be used with a swivel• Meets Category 1 requirements according to ASTM A1023 and the general guidance on the use of a swivel given in Annex A ISO 21669• Main Applications: Main and Auxiliary Mobile Crane Hoist Rope, Tower Crane Hoist Rope. Piling Hoist Lines and some Overhead Cranes

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Features

Eurolift

• Rotation resistant flexible hoist rope made out of compacted outer strands and a compacted steel core• Fully lubricated. • Extremely high breaking load and a very good resistance against drum crushing. • A core in special design, avoiding crossovers between the strands of the core and preventing internal rope destruction.• Especially suited for multilayer spooling.• Main Applications: Main and Auxiliary Mobile Crane Hoist Rope, Tower Crane Hoist Ropes, Piling Hoist Lines and some Overhead Cranes.

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Paraplast

• 8-strand rope in parallel construction made out of compacted strands• Fully lubricated• Plastic layer between the steel core and the outer strands• Very high breaking load• Good abrasion resistance and is very resistant against shock loading


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Features• 8-strand rope made out of compacted outer strands• Fully lubricated• Has a plastic layer between the steel core and the outer strands, giving the rope a high structural stability, avoiding internal rope destruction and protecting the core against corrosive environments• Has a very high breaking load and a good resistance against drum crushing• CASAR TURBOPLAST may not be used with a swivel• Main Applications: Overhead Crane, Container Crane, Tower Crane Trolley Ropes, Boom Hoist Rope, Lattice Boom Crane Ropes, Gantry Crane, Clam Shell Ropes and Saw Mill Carriage Ropes.


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30,638,848,8

59,668,378,0

81,795,1110,8

125,4140,3157,7

178,6198,2217,1

245,4258,1280,0

302,0326,8353,2

375,2407,7435,8

464,3495,4526,4

556,8626,5705,1

770,1859,3942,5

1031,61123,11212,7

1309,71410,51508,1

1627,51730,01847,2

1968,32093,32222,1

2354,72491,2

27,334,543,4

53,060,869,4

72,784,698,6

111 ,6124,8140,4

159,0176,4193, 2

218,4229,7249,2

268,8290,8314,3

333,9362,9387,9

413,2440,9468,5

495,6557,6627,5

685,3764,8838,8

918,1999,61079 ,3

1165,61255,41342,2

1448,41539,71644,0

1751,81863,01977,6

2095,72217,2

54,268,686,4

105,4120,8138,0

144,6168,3196,1

222,0248,2279,2

316,1350,7384,3

434,4456,8495,6

534,5578,4625,1

664,1721,6771,4

821,8876,9931,7

985,61108,91248,0

1363,01521,01668,2

1825,81987,92146,5

2318,22496,72669,3

2880,63062,13269,6

3484,03705,13933,1

4167,84409,4

5,537,008,81

10,7512,3214,07

14,7417,1720,00

22,6325,3128,47

32,2335,7739,18

44,2946,5850,54

54,5158,9863,75

67,7273,5978,66

83,8089,4295,01

100,50113,08127,26

138,99155,10170,1 1

186,18202,71218,88

236,39254,59272,19

293,74312,24333,41

355,27377,82401,06

425,00449,63

60,176,095,6

116,8133,8152,8

160,1186,4217,2

245,8274,9309,2

350,0388,4425,5

481,0505,9548,8

591,9640,4692,3

735,4799,1854,2

910,0971,11031,7

1091,31227,91382,0

1509,31684,31847,3

2021,82201,32376,9

2567,02764,72955,9

3189,83390,83620,6

3857,94102,84355,3

4615,24882,7

6,127,759,75

11,9113,6415,58

16,3319,0122,15

25,0628,0331,53

35,7039,6143,39

49,0551,5855,97

60,3665,3170,59

74,9981,4887,10

92,7999,02105,2 1

111 ,29125,2 2140,9 2

153,9 1171,7 5188,3 7

206,1 7224,4 7242,3 8

261,7 6281,9 2301,4 1

325,2 7345,7 6369,2 0

393,4 0418,3 7444,1 1

470,6 2497,9 0

47,260,074,0

88,5106,6119,4

125,5144,6166,3

189,0211,5239,8

264,5295,3324,2

356,2386,8423,4

464,3504,7535,8

576,2618,0666,3

708,3756,7809,6

853,7952,41071,1

1181,11308,51430,1

1556,71692,81850,7

2013,72175,32344,8

2508,92621,52815,8

3000,13198,33357,6

3552,73751,7

4,806,107,53

9,0010,8412,17

12,7614,7116,91

19,2221,5124,38

26,9030,0332,97

36,2339,3443,06

47,2251,3254,49

58,5962,8567,76

72,0376,9582,33

86,8296,86108,92

120,1 1133,06145,44

158, 31172,15188,21

204,78221,22238,45

255,14266,59286,35

305,10325,25341,45

361,29381,53

52,366,482,0

98,0118,0132,2

138,9160,1184,1

209,3234,2265,5

292,9327,0359,0

394,5428,3468,9

514,2558,8593,3

638,0684,3737,8

784,3837,9896,5

945,31054,71186,0

1307,91448,91583,7

1723,81874,52049,4

2229,92408,82596,5

2778,22902,93118,0

3322,13541,63718,0

3934,14154,4

5,346,788,37

10,0012,0513,48

14,1816,3418,79

21,3623,9027,09

29,8933,3636, 63

40,2543,7147,84

52,4757,0360,54

65,1069,8375,28

80,0385,5091,48

96,46107,62121,02

133,46147,85161,60

175,90191,27209,12

227,54245,80264,94

283,49296,21318,17

338,99361,39379,39

401,44423,92

1960 N/mm2

(200 kp/mm 2)1770 N/mm2

(180 kp/mm 2)1960 N/mm2

(200 kp/mm 2)1770 N/mm2

(180 kp/mm 2)

mm mm2 kg/%m kN t kN t kN t kN t

Nominaldiameter

Metallicarea We ight

Calcula ted aggrega te break ing load Minimum break ing load

with tensile strengt h of wire

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• 8-strand rope made out of conventional strands• Fully lubricated and• Plastic layer between the steel core and the outer strands

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Turbolift

• 8-strand rope made out of conventional strands• Fully lubricated and• Plastic layer between the steel core and the outer strands


Features• 8-strand rope in parallel lay construction made out of conventional strands• Fully lubricated• Very flexible• High breaking load• Can not be used with a swivel.

Features• 8-strand rope in parallel lay construction made out of conventional strands• Fully lubricated• Very flexible• High breaking load• Can not be used with a swivel.


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NR Maxipact

Features


• Non rotating construction with fully compacted strands.• Lang lay flexible hoist rope• Can be used with a swivel and can be used with a single fall• Fully lubricated (internal and external)• Extremely high breaking strength.• Main Applications: Tower Cranes, Mobile Cranes and all applications where non rotational properties are required.

HD 8 K PPI

Features• When rotation resistant ropes are NOT required (twin hoist systems with right and left ropes, small heights, …).• Regular or Lang lay• 8 Outer compacted strands• Flexible • Resistant against drum crushing.• Plastic protected impregnated core (PPI) increases the structural stability.• Main Applications: Hoists for steel mill cranes, container cranes and all type of overhead travelling cranes or electric hoists, boom hoist. Used on multireeving systems for short height.


XLT4

Union

• Low-torque; high strength• Can be used with a swivel• Can be used with a design factor as low as 3.5 to 1

XLT4 is a revolutionary crane wire rope that has extremely low torque and is named so because "4" is the minimum breaking force of a 6-strand XXXIP (4X) IWRC wire rope.

This specialized wire rope has a unique design that packs more high tensile steel wire into the rope'sdiameter, giving it one of the highest strength-to-diameter ratios ever achievedwith a minimum breaking force 33% higher than standard 6-strand XIP ropes.

In addition, its compact construction keeps more steel in contact with sheavesand drums for unmatched resistance to crushing and wear - for lower maintenance, less downtime, and longer service life.

Rope Dia. (in.) Minimum Breaking Force (TONS)

1/2 17.7 9/16 22.3 5/8 27.4 3/4 39.2 7/8 53

1 68.9 1-1/8 86.7

Flex-X 19

Flex-X 6

• Tightly compacted smooth design offers: o More crushing resistance than standard 19x7 rope. o Higher strength-to-diameter. o Resistance to bending fatigue. o Exceptional stability. o Reduced wear to sheaves and drums. o Improved handling, operating, and spooling characteristics.• Greater fatigue resistance substantially reduces rope expense and extends service life.• Ideal for multi-part hoist lines wherever you encounter spooling problems, drum crushing, block twisting. or have fast line speeds.

• Provides greater surface area and more steel per given diameter, increasing rope stability and strength (When compared to conventional 6 strand ropes).• Results in longer service life and less sheave and drum wear.• Drum scrubbing between the lead line and the previous wrap is reduced.• The smooth contact creates less interference, less metal loss and wire deformation.

Flex- X 19 Rope Dia. (in.) Minimum Breaking Force

(TONS) 7/16 11.2 1/2 14.6

9/16 18.5 5/8 22.7 3/4 32.4 7/8 43.8

1 56.9 1-1/8 71.5

Flex-X 6 Rope Dia.

(in.) Minimum Breaking

Force (TONS) 3/8 8.8

7/16 11.9 1/2 15.3

9/16 19.3 5/8 22.7 3/4 32.4 7/8 43.8

1 56.9 1-1/8 71.5 1-1/4 87.9 1-3/8 106 1-1/2 125

Minimum breaking force and weights for Flex-X 6 and Flex-X 9


Starlift Plus

NR Maxipact

Features

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In Stock Crane Rope Assemblies

• Rotation resistant flexible hoist rope with compacted outer strands and a special designed core.• Fully lubricated• High breaking load• Has a core in a special design, avoiding crossovers between the strands of the core and reducing the danger of internal rope destruction• Known worldwide for its excellent service life• Especially suited for multi-layer spooling• Main Applications: Main and Auxiliary Mobile Crane Hoist Rope, Tower Crane Hoist Rope, Piling Hoist Lines and some Overhead Cranes

• Non rotating construction with fully compacted strands.• Lang lay flexible hoist rope• Can be used with a swivel and can be used with a single fall• Fully lubricated (internal and external)• Extremely high breaking strength.• Main Applications: Tower Cranes, Mobile Cranes and all applications where non rotational properties are required.

In Stock Assemblies using Starlift Plus from Casar 109421-13mm 13mm x 493' Starlift Plus 2160 RRL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109422-17mm 17mm x 657' Starlift Plus 2160 RRL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109423-17mm 17mm x 853' Starlift Plus 2160 RRL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109424-21mm 21mm x 821' Starlift Plus 2160 RRL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only

Instock Assemblies using Maxipact from Oliveira 109770-13mm 13mm x 493' Maxipact Bright 2160 RLL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109771-15mm 15mm x 656' Maxipact Bright 2160 RLL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109772-17mm 17mm x 656' Maxipact Bright 2160 RLL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109773-17mm 17mm x 853' Maxipact Bright 2160 RLL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only 109774-21mm 21mm x 820' Maxipact Bright 2160 RLL C/W Liebherr Fitting, One End Only


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Spelter Buttons


Resin Spelter Buttons for Terex Crane Hoist Ropes

Resin Spelter Buttons for Liebherr Crane Hoist Ropes

Type A Type B Type C

For Terex button dimensions not shown, please inquire. Do not substitute “nearly the same” buttons.

Resin Spelter Button Description TypeDescription Type

Rope Diameter

[mm]

Button Diameter

[mm]

Button Length [mm]

Maximum Tensile Grade

[N/mm²]

Size Wirelock®Wirelock®Wirelock Kit Required [cc]

Broom Length [mm]

RSBTX-26-52-209 A 26 52 209 2160RSBTX-26-52-209 A 26 52 209 2160RSBTX-26-52-209 A 26 52 209 2160RSBTX-26-52-209 A 26 52 209 2160RSBTX-26-52-209 A 26 52 209 2160RSBTX-26-52-209 A 26 52 209 2160 250 94

RSBTX-28-56-201 C 28 56 201 2160RSBTX-28-56-201 C 28 56 201 2160RSBTX-28-56-201 C 28 56 201 2160RSBTX-28-56-201 C 28 56 201 2160RSBTX-28-56-201 C 28 56 201 2160RSBTX-28-56-201 C 28 56 201 2160 250 92

RSBTX-32-64.5-263 A 32 64.5 263 2260RSBTX-32-64.5-263 A 32 64.5 263 2260RSBTX-32-64.5-263 A 32 64.5 263 2260RSBTX-32-64.5-263 A 32 64.5 263 2260RSBTX-32-64.5-263 A 32 64.5 263 2260RSBTX-32-64.5-263 A 32 64.5 263 2260 250 133

RSBTX-40-80-371 B 40 80 371 2160RSBTX-40-80-371 B 40 80 371 2160RSBTX-40-80-371 B 40 80 371 2160RSBTX-40-80-371 B 40 80 371 2160RSBTX-40-80-371 B 40 80 371 2160RSBTX-40-80-371 B 40 80 371 2160 500 175

Resin Spelter Buttons are intended to be a replacement for Terex’s swaged buttons used on hoist ropes and attached to the original socket. To choose the proper Resin Spelter Button for a Terex crane’s hoist, match the button Type, the rope diam-eter, the button diameter and the overall length dimension with the current button on the crane. These buttons are to be attached only to Casar Eurolift, Casar Starlift Plus or Oliveira NR Maxipact ropes. Please read and understand the Warnings and Instructions for Resin Spelter Button Kit.

Shown below are the Resin Spelter Buttons currently available for Terex cranes. For convenience, the size Wirelock® kit required for attaching each button is indicated.

WireCo’s Resin Spelter Buttons are intended to be a replacement for Liebherr’s swaged buttons used on hoist ropes and attached to the original socket. To choose the proper Resin Spelter Button for a Liebherr crane’s hoist, match the rope diameter, the button diameter and the overall length dimension with the current button on the crane. These buttons are to be attached only to Casar Eurolift, Casar Starlift Plus or Oliveira NR Maxipact ropes by WireCo WorldGroup or their authorized distributors. Please read and understand the Warnings and Instructions for Resin Spelter Button Kit.

Shown below are the Resin Spelter Buttons currently available for Liebherr cranes. For convenience, the size Wirelock® kit required for attaching the button is indicated.

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Resin Spelter Button Description Type

Rope Diameter

[mm]

Button Diameter

[mm]

Button Length [mm]

Maximum Tensile Grade

[N/mm2]

Size

Wirelock ® Kit Required [cc]

Broom Length [mm]

RSBLEB -15 -30 -90 A 13/15 30 90 2160 100 60 RSBLEB -17 -36 -108 A 17 36 108 2160 100 76 RSBLEB -21 -44 -126 A 21 44 126 2160 100 91 RSBLEB -23 -52 -175 B 23 52 175 2160 250 90 RSBLEB -25 -52 -175 B 25 52 175 2160 250 90 RSBLEB -28 -58 -203 B 28 58 219 2160 250 125

Type A

Type B

SB-427 Button Socket

Easy “In-Field” installation, utilizing Crosby® WIRELOCK® socketing compound, can be performed by trained Crosby® distributors.

Button Socket

• Button Spelter terminations have a 100% efficiency rating, based on the strength of the wire rope.

• Designed for use with mobile cranes.

• Can be used to terminate high performance, rotation resistant ropes, and standard 6 strand ropes.

• Easy to install assembly utilizes Crosby® WIRELOCK® socketing compound.

• Sockets and buttons are re-usable.

• Replacement buttons and sockets are available.


Socket Terminators


®Crosby Wedge Sockets

®Crosby Button Spelter Sockets

Copyright © 2011 The Crosby Group LLCAll Rights Reserved

• Available in sizes from 1/2” to 1-1/2” (13mm - 38mm).” (13mm - 38mm).”• Button Spelter terminations have a 100% e�ciency rating, based

on the catalog strength of wire rope.• Designed for use with mobile cranes. Can be used to terminate

high perforhigh perforhigh perf mance, rotation-resistant ropes and standard 6-strand ropes.

• Easy to install assembly utilizes Crosby® WIRELOCK ® socketing compound.

• Sockets and buttons are re-usable.• Locking featurking featurking f e available to prevent rotation of rope.• Button contains cap with eye that can be attached to, and used to

pull rope during reeving process.

• Sizes Available: 3/8” to 1-1/4”1/4”1/ (4” (4” 9-32mm) rope sizes.

• Wedge socket terminations have an e�ciency rating of 80% based on the catalog strength of XXIP wire rope.

• Basket is cast steel and individually magnetic particle inspected.

• Secures the tail or “dead end” of the wi” of the wi” re rope to the wedge, thus eliminating loss or “punch out” of the wedgout” of the wedgout” e.

• The TERMINATOR ™ wedge eliminates the potential breaking o� of the � of the � tail due to fatigueo fatigueo f .

• Incorporates Crosby’s patented QUIC-CHECK ®

“Go” and “Go” and “Go” “No-Go” f“No-Go” f“No-Go” eatur featur f e cast into the wedge.• The 3/8” (9.5mm) th” (9.5mm) th” rough 1-1/8” (28.7mm)” (28.7mm)”

standard S-421 Wedge Socket can be retro�tted with the new style TERMINATOR™ wedge.

• Available with bolt, nut and cotter pin (S-421B).

S-421T US-422T

• Sizes Available: 5: 5: /8” to 1-1/4”1/4”1/ (4” (4” 14-32mm) rope sizes.

• The Crosby Sby Sby -423T Su3T Su3T per TERMINATOR™

is the �rst wedge socket docket dock esigned to take advantage of tf tf he performaformaf nce properties associated with high performaformaf nce, high strength, compacted strand, rotation resistant wire rope.

• Innovative design will signi�cantly increasethe termination e�ciency over existingwedge socketocketock s available today.ay.ay

• Patent pending design eliminates thedi�culty of installing high performaformaf nce, high strength, compacted strand, rotation resistant wire rope into a wedgesockeckeck t termination.

• Proper application of the SuperTERMINATOR™ eliminates the “�rst load”requirement of conventional wedge socket cket ck terminations.

• Available as a complete assembly, embly, embly or asa wedge kit that can be retro�tted onto existinexistine g Crosby Sby Sby -421T TERMINATORTM

wedge socketocketock s.• Available with bolt, nut and cotter (S-423TB).

S-423TS-423T

NEW

Split-Nut Retention System


®McKissick Split-Nut Retention System

Shank hook hook ks on crane blocks must be inspected in in in c in cted in ted accordance with applicable ASME B30, CSA Z 0 Z 0 Z150 15and other crane standards. Ttandards. Ttanda hese standards hese standards hese standamandate the crane hook to be inspected for surface for surface indication, daon, daons, das mage and corrosion which c ld c ld could oucompromise the integrity of the crity of the crity rane block. ane block. ane Because of the type of environment in ich wh h which icthese hooks are required to perform, the rform e rform, the , thremoval of corroded nuts from the th eads the th s the thr s reads eadcan become a problem during inspecti s. cti s. ctions. onThe innovative patented* Spli -Nut t ut t-Nut -NRetention System featum featum f red on McKissick®

crane blocks makes inspection easier. With 4 easy steps, the hook can bk can bk e can be can bdisassembled, inspected and put back into service in a fraction of the time of aconventconventconv ional threaded nut.

The Split-Nut is availa availa av ble upon request for McKEasy Reeve®Reeve®Reeve crane blocks up to 100 tons.

- Allows for easy inspection as required byASME B30, CSA Z150 and other crane standards

- Eliminates conventional threaded nut and problemsassociated with the nut removal for inspection.

- Allows repeated installation and removal without wi t without thourisk of dask of dask mage to hook/nut interface.nterface.nte

- Zinc plated � nish for corrosion resistance stance stanc

- Replacement hook and tk and tk runnion assemblies mb es mblies liavailable for selected McKissick® 380, or ® 380, or ®

Easy Reeve® & 790 blocks with threaded hooks.

The new patented* Split-Nut can be purchased in a va ety of va f vari f riet f ety f y of ocon� gurations that can be used to ro� r ro� retro� et t the foll wing fo ng foll ng llo ng owing wiMcKissick®ck®ck blocks in the � eld or in the shop.

- Over 100 tons and larger crane blocks, upon blocks, upon blocks request- Bridge crane blocks- 80 Series tubing blocks

In addition, the Split-Nut can be used to replace exisexise ting hooks on existing crane blocks currently in y in y ithe � eld (most manufacnufacnuf turers makes and models) els) elsand on special designed lifti ipment.

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STEP 1Remove protective vinyl cover

Crane Block Hook Inspection in 4 Easy Steps

STEP 2Remove retaining ring

STEP 3Slide keeper ringo� split nuts

STEP 4Easily remove split nut halves to inspect shank hook

* U.S. Patent 7,000,905 and 7,293,763

Innovat ive McKiss ick ® Sp l i t -Nut Retent ion System Makes Inspect ion Eas ier.

Crane Balls & Swivels

®Crosby Swivels Copyright © 2011 The Crosby Group LLCAll Rights Reserved

Equipped with Tapered Roller Thrust Bearing• Suitable for ffor ff requent rotation under load.• All swivels individually proof tested with certi�cation.• All hooks furnished with latches assembled.• All jaws complete with bolts, nuts and cotter pins.• Pressure lube �tting provided.• NOT TO BE USED ON DEMOLTO BE USED ON DEMOLT ITION (WRECKING) BALLS.• Other types and capacities up to 600 tons, available to meet your requirements.

S3Jaw & Eye

S1Jaw & Hook

S2Jaw & Jaw

S4Eye & Jaw

S5Eye & Eye

S6Eye & Hook


Top Top T SwivelDesign

Non-SwivelDesign

• UB500 Overhaul Balls are available in Top Top T Swivel and Non-Swivel con�gurations.

• Available in capacities from 4 to 30 tons.• Design facfacf tor of 4 to 1.• All McKissick ® Overhaul Balls are RFID equipped.

All hooks used on UB500 Overhaul Balls (S320, S320N and S1316A) are forged from alloy steel. The 320 and 320N style hooks come complete with latches.Sizes 4 tons through10 tons available with Crosby’s 1316A “Positive Locking” SHUR-LOC” SHUR-LOC” ®

hook which may be used for lifor lif fting fting fpersonnel. Meets OSHA Rule 1926.550(g).

S1316ASHUR-LOC ®

Eye Hook

Each ball can be equipped with a McKissick®a McKissick®a McKissick US-422T Wedge

Socket which can be easily adjusted to �t various sizes of wire rope by changing the wedgee. (Ensure that correct wedge is used for selecfor selecf ted wire rope size.)

Both styles availablewith optional McKissickWedge Socket Assembly

®McKissick UB500 Overhaul Balls

Crane Blocks



Forged Crosby alloy steel hooks with patented QUIC-CHECK ®

markings and heavy duty positive locking hook latch.

• Standard block configurations can be from a single sheave design to a five sheave design.

• Available from 5 to 80 metric tons.• Larger models and configurations available upon request.• All McKissick®ick®ick 38® 38® 0 Series Easy Reeve Crane Blocks have a design

factor offactor offactor 4 t of 4 t of o 1, unless otherwise herwise her noted in the Crosby General Catalog.• All McKissick®ick®ick C® C® rane Blocks are RFID are RFID ar equipped.

Sheave Guards open open Sheave Guards open Sheave Guardsto allow block reeving to allow block reeving without removing the without removing the rope end fitting.

Center “Dead End” to Center “Dead End” to Center “Dead End”promote better block promote better block travel under various travel under various reeving configurations.reeving configurations.

Flat bottom side plate side plate for self standing during for self standing during reeving process.

• Standard block configurations can be from a single sheave design to an eight sheave design.

• Available from 5 to 300 metric tons.• Larger models and configurations available

upon request.• All McKissick® 380 Series Crane Blocks ® 380 Series Crane Blocks ®

have a design factor of 4 to 1, unless otherwise noted in the Crosby General Catalog.

• All McKissick®k®k C® C® rane Blocks are RFID

®McKissick 380 Series Easy Reeve Crane Blocks

®McKissick 380 Series Crane Blocks

equipped.

Crane Blocks

STANDARD FEATURES• Quick release, zinc plated, rope retention pin meets OSHA requirements for rope retention. Cannot be completely removed from block to avoid pin loss.• Johnson J-Latch™ heavy duty, steel, lockable, spring loaded latch meets OSHA personnel lifting requirements.• The Johnson J-Latch™ provides a fast hook deformation inspection point.• Available tonnage capacities from 5-300 tons. Larger capacities available upon request.• Quick Reeve™ upright design rests on its own hook for a stable base while reeving.• No bulky, drop down, trap door to handle or damage.• Wire rope end fitting will pass through block without removal from wire rope. WARNING

NEVER EXCEED PUBLISHED WORKING LOAD LIMIT

Quick Reeve- Mobile Crane Block

McKissick® 680 Series Construction Blocks

Copyright © 2011 The Crosby Group LLCAll Rights Reserved680 Series Blocks are available

with Bolt Only, Hanger Only, or Hanger with Shackle.

• Standard Block con�gurations can be from a single sheave design to a four sheave design.

• Available from 5 to 100 tons.• Larger models and con�gurations

available upon request.• All McKissick® 680 Series Construction

Blocks have a design factor of 4 to 1.• All McKissick® 680 Series Construction

Blocks are RFID equipped.


Crane Blocks

Fixed Bail Construction and Marine Rigging Blocks

NEVER EXCEED PUBLISHED WORKING LOAD LIMIT

Johnson offers a host of advantages in this product line. Beginning with 100 standard models, you are assured of selections that fit your every need. The lowest weight to capacity ratios, the quickest rigging and the easiest maintenance are a few additional benefits that prove once again that Johnson Blocks are consistent in quality and value.

OPTIONAL FEATURES• Bronze bushings• Diamond pattern side plates• Fully galvanized for corrosion

resistance• High capacity, custom engineered

blocks available upon request

WARNING

STANDARD FEATURES• 10 to 135 ton capacity• 4 to 1 design factor• 1 - 6 sheaves• Full coverage side plates

and center plates• Top dead-end shackle• Tapered roller bearings• Oval pattern side plates

Shorty “J” Crane BlocksSTANDARD FEATURES• 3 thru 350 ton capacities• 4 to 1 design factor• 1 through 8 sheaves• 10 through 30 inch sheave diameters• Reeving guides, all models• Bronze bushed and roller bearing sheaves• Direct-channel sheave bearing lubrication

through center pin• Flame hardened grooves on sheave sizes 16

through 30 inch diameters.• Dual action (swing/swivel) roller thrust

bearing hooks• Forged steel hooks - 3 through 30 tons • Total disassembly capability

OPTIONAL FEATURES

• Forged steel hooks - 35 through 300 tons• Cast alloy steel duplex hooks with bar latch bar latch bar

25 through 1,750 tons• Cast alloy steel quad hooks• Forged steel duplex hooks• Anti-rotation locking devices, all models• Swivel safety anchor shackles, all models• Sheave shrouds, all models• Detachable cast iron and steel cheek weights, all models• Pull test and certification, radiograph, magnetic particle, and

other non-destructive testing to specification designated by customer

Shorty “J” represents the broadest line of standard crane blocks in the industry. In all, this company manufactures

more than 1500 standard models of crane blocks,

not including options. To our customers this means a better chance we’ll have

exactly what the end user requires.

Shorty “J” is one of today’s most popular crane blocks, and

for a good reason. The J-Block can be

used with all types of mobile cranes, truck

cranes, overhead cranes, hydraulic and cable cranes.

Johnson Quick Reeve crane blocks are also available.


Easy-Lift® Crane Blocks

McKissick® Overhead Bridge Crane Blocks


McKissick® Easy-Lift® Overhead Bridge Crane Blocks

Model 751 - Single SheaveWLL (t) 2 3 5 7.5 10

Sheave O.D. 6.5” 165mm 8” 203mm 10” 254mm 12” 305mm 14” 356mmPitch Diameter 5.69” 151mm 7.38” 187mm 9.25” 235mm 11” 279mm 12.5” 318mm

Wire Line* 1/4” 6.5mm5/16” 8mm3/8” 9 - 10mm7/16” 11mm1/2” 12 - 13mm9/16” 14mm5/8” 16mm3/4” 19mm7/8” 22mm1” 25 - 26mm

Model 752 - Double SheaveWLL (t) 3 5 7.5 10 15

Sheave O.D. (mm) 6.5” 165mm 8” 203mm 10” 254mm 12” 305mm 12” 305mmSheave Spacing Centerline (mm)

3.25” - 5” 82.6 - 127mm

4.5” - 6.5” 114 - 165mm

5.25” - 7.75” 133 - 203mm

6.5” - 10” 165 - 254mm

7.5” - 11” 191 - 279mm

Pitch Diameter (mm) 5.95” 150 - 152mm

7.38” 183 - 191mm

9.25” 228 - 236mm

11” 273 - 282mm

11” 273 - 282mm

Wire Line* 1/4” 6.5mm5/16” 8mm3/8” 9 - 10mm7/16” 11mm1/2” 12 - 13mm9/16” 14mm5/8” 16mm3/4” 19mm

BC-751-Single Sheave

* Additional wireline sizes available.

BC-752 - Double Sheave

= Primary Wire Line Size = Other Wire Line Sizes

BC-751

BC-752

• Wide range of product available (see tables below).• Removable housing allows block to be reeved without complete

disassembly.• Bearing life and Design Factors meet:

• ASME HST-4, Class H • CMAA 70 Class D• FEM9.511 Class 2m• ISO 4301.1 Class M5

• Adjustable sheave spacing in 1/2” increments (1/4” on 6 1/2 size).• Sheave pitch diameter minimum of 16 times rope diameter on

standard sizes.• All single point shank hooks are genuine Crosby® , forged alloy steel,

Quenched and Tempered, contain the patented QUIC-CHECK® markings and come with a world class latch that integrates with hook tip.

• U.S. Patent 7,255,330• All sizes are RFID EQUIPPED.

• Sheave bearings are maintenance free and sealed for life (10,000 hrs.).• Ability to attach optional anti two-block device.• Available with shackle as lower connection point.• Ultimate load is 5 times the Working Load Limit.

SEE APPLICATION ANDWARNING INFORMATION

Para Español: www.thecrosbygroup.com

Key to McKissick ®

Easy-Lift ® Overhead Bridge Crane BlocksSingle and Double Sheave Blocks

Double Sheave Blocks Only

BC

05 D 08 B 36

McKissick® 750 Series

Bridge Crane Blocks

Working Load Limit

(t)

Number of Sheaves

S = 1 D = 2

Sheave Diameter

(in.)

Center Pin Designation

Sheave Spacing in

1/8” Increments

Snatch Blocks

Snatch Blocks

STANDARD FEATURES• Easy to open side plates• 4 to 1 design factor• Bronze bushings• 3 through 24 inches sheave O.D.• 2 - 30 metric tons

OPTIONAL FEATURES• Hook latches• Roller bearings• Galvanized• High capacity, custom engineered snatch blocks available upon request

Johnson produces a wide variety of multipurpose snatch blocks.Over 235 standard models of single and double sheave snatch blocks are offered. Capacities range from 2 through 30 metric tons; sheave diameters from 3 through 24 inches. Only top grade materials are used for each component.

Johnson Snatch Blocks have the convenient side openingfeature. This is true even of our heavy duty top dead-end models, and makes it easy to reeve the block without removing any fittings from the end of the wire rope. Other features includechoice of swivel hook, shackle, eye fittings, or Tailboard Blocks(which have no fittings at all).

Tail Board Block

Double Sheave Snatch Block

4 Ton Snatch Block with Shackle

4 Ton Snatch Blockwith Hook

Top Dead End Snatch Block with Hook

2 Ton Snatch Blockwith Shackle

®McKissick Snatch Blocks

With Hook

TailboardModel

408

With Shackle

• A wide variety of McKissick® snatch blocks are availab• Capacities from 2 to 30 metric ton• Sheave diameters from 3” to 24” (76mm - 610mm)• Wireline sizes from 5/16” to 1-1/4” (7.9mm - 31.7mm)• Painted �nish

• Snatch Blocks have a design factor of 4 to 1, and most styles are Fatigue Rated.

• 3” to 10” blocks furnished with dual rated wireline sheaves.

• Furnished with either bronze bushings or roller bearings.

• Pressure lube �ttings for easy maintenance.

• 408 and 409 models feature two sheaves.

• All McKissick®All McKissick®All McKissick snatch blocks are RFID equipped.


Master Link Hybrid

FeaturesMaster Link Hybrid (MFH), is completely new and unique on the market, designed to �t perfectly on DIN 15401 crane hooks. The top part of the master link has an extended radius, allowing a perfect �t on the crane hook. This minimizes the wear and tear of both the master link and the crane hook, which otherwise can lead to corrosion and a shorter product life span.

Unlike the pear-shaped master link, the MFH has parallel legs o�ering generous space to connect multiple legs which also makes the assembly easier for the user. The lower half of the master link is rounded and this allows the load to automatically center with every lift, increasing balance and a safer working situation. The risk of tilting is completely eliminated.


The shape of the lower half of the master link will automatically centre the load, increasing the safety in every lift.

Parallel legs provide generous space for connecting multiple legs to the master link, making assembly easier.

The upper part of the master link has a larger radius, ensuring a perfect �t on the crane hook. This means less wear and tear, both on the crane hook and the master link.

Perfect �t Generous spacePerfect balance

Safety factor: 4:1

Part # Master linkWLL

tonnesFor chain size, mm

1-leg 2-leg 3-4 leg D L E

For crane hooks

Weight kgs

691764 MFH-1310-10 7.5 13 10 8 22 230 125 ≤ 12 1.9691764 MFH-1310-10 7.5 13 10 8 22 230 125 ≤ 12 1.9

691765 MFH-1613-10 10 16 13 10 28 250 135 ≤ 12 3.2

691766 MFH-2016-10 17 20 16 13 32 280 135 ≤ 16 4.6691766 MFH-2016-10 17 20 16 13 32 280 135 ≤ 16 4.6

691767 MFH-2220-10 28 20 16 40 320 175 ≤ 25 8.6

691768 MFHW-2220-10 25 20 16 40 355 225 ≤ 50 9.920 16 40 355 225 ≤ 50 9.9

Crane Sheaves


®McKissick Roll-Forged Sheaves

vin

* U.S. Patent 7,000,905 and 7,293,763


™

Stepped Hub DesignProves Better

The McKissick ® hub is stepped to eliminate stress failure in the weld, common in traditional hub designs. The hub is pressed into place withcomplete metal-to-metal contact. This helps ensure an accurate alignment to the hub’s axis so there is no wobble or lopping of the rotatingsheave. The precision aligned hub/sheave wheel combination adds to thvithvie vie vine nbearing life fe f and keeps the sheave on the job longer.

Full Range of StandardSheave Sizes

McKissick® Roll-Forged™ sheavesare available in a full range of sof sof izes from 12 inches to 78 inches, andbearing styles and prices that best �t your application. C. C. rosby alsomanufactures custom McKissick®

sheaves and can make ke k minormodi�cations to standard sheaves as needed forneeded forneeded f special applications.

Flame Hardened GrooveCrosby’s hardening technique is a science. It provides a precise maximum hardness for wear-resistance across the wire rope contact area. The McKissick® sheave groove is �ame hardened to a minimum 35 Rockwell C for a 140°, contact area with the wire rope (upon special request the McKissick® sheave groove can be �ame hardened to a minimum 50 rockwell C forforf a 150° contact area with the wire rope). The solid steel plate provides the ideal surface for �ame hardening and a closer tolerance �t to the wire rope to reduce fatigue and wear.

Closed Die Upset and Roll Forged – Not Split

Upsetting and roll forging forms the groove and �ange walls in multiple steps, eliminating the need to split and weaken the groove. This exclusive forging process adds extra strength to the critical groove section. You can count on a McKissick® sheave to give maximum life performance, because it’s forged to distribute the wire rope forces evenly over an accurately formed load surface. Plus, uniformity of the roll forged groove adds longer wire rope life.

Solid Steel – No Casting

Every McKissick® Roll-Forged™ sheave starts as a single piece of solid carbon steel plate It’s �ame-cut from closely checked scked sck tock, so there’s no inherent web/rim �aw as you �nd in cast sheaves. There’s better bal

-

ance and better distribution of forion of forion of ces with a McKissick ® Roll-Forged™ sheave too. Casting can result in groove wall variations – either too thick or too thin – causing uneven stresses and early failuarly failuarly f re.

Bearing Selection toMatch Your Job

RequirementThe McKissick ® Roll-Forged™ sheave is available in the following con�gurations:

• Plain bore• Bronze bushed• Roller bearing• Tapered roller bearing• Lubrication thru hub• Key Key K wey wey Key K w Key K ays• Set screws• Full Complement Bearing

Sheaves are available to API 8A and 8C.

Full penetration weld is standard on 40” and larger sheaves.

Wire Rope Sheaves

Available in sizes ranging from 3” to 108”, and over 250 standard models, Johnson Wire Rope Sheaves are industry proven with over 100,000 in use. Cost efficient custom designs are available with no upfront tooling or pattern charges and no premium for small order quantities. 16” to 108” O.D. sheaves have flame-hardened, precision grooves for slow, even wear and long rope life. (Less than 16” O.D. flame-hardened upon request.) The integrity of Johnson’s single disc forged steel construction provides a sheave with superior strength.

STANDARD FEATURES• 3 through 108 inch sheave diameters• 1/4 through 3 inch wire rope sizes• 4 to 1 design factor• Cast iron, ductile iron, cast steel, ForgeFab steel types

OPTIONAL FEATURES

(Price on Application)• Custom designs to customer shaft, bearing mounting, hub, sheave O.D. or wire rope size requirement• Electroplate inorganic zinc compound and other corrosion resistant coatings available• Hub-located grease fittings• Modifications as required to API and other applicable industry standards• Special shafts, furnished for any sheave listed• AISE No. 6 specifications• Cold weather properties


Sheaves

All wire rope used meets API specificationsFlemish splice high efficiency eyesXIP strength increases capacityCustomized to specificationsManufactured in accordance withASME B30.9 standardsAll Titan Supply slings are manufactured using Crosby sleeves

See wire rope technical data pagefor inspection & removal criteria

! WARNING

Wire Rope SlingsTuff-Lift®

GATOR-FLEX® WIRE ROPE SLINGThis sling has a nine part bodystyle but the eyes are crossedor interwoven so that no wrap-ping is necessary. The sling wasdeveloped in conjunction withriggers in the �eld that wishedto create a sling for heavy liftsthat could be visually inspected

and have the highest �exibility possible in a multi-partwire rope sling.

T& D ULTRA-FLEXWIRE ROPE SLING

This wire rope sling is an extremely�exible product with great applications forgeneral rigging purposes in the utility industry.It makes a fantastic choker sling especially whenlifting poles. Development was through a com-mittee composed of utility company workersand members of the SLINGMAX ® designteam.

GATOR-FLEX® NINE PARTGROMMETS

Ultra �exible slings for that shortheavy lift connection. These slingscan be made shorter than standardmulti-part slings but maintain all ofthe advantages.

TRI-FLEX ® WIRE ROPE SLING This is a three part wire rope sling devel-oped to give the rigger the advantages ofstrength combined with greater �exibility.It was created to replace large diametersingle part wire rope slings which provedawkward and sti�. These slings are madein matching lengths.

GATOR-MAX®MAX®MAX SLING This is the strongest multi-part slingwith great �exibility. It will develop itsfull strength on small pins. For heavylifting work this is the most e�cientwire rope sling that meets all of the stan-dards.This sling was developed to meetconditions speci�ed by the US Navyand the Wire Rope Technical BoardSling Manual.

GATOR-LAID®GATOR-LAID®GATOR-LAID WIRE ROPE SLING This is identical to the Gator-Max ® sling with the paralleleyes except it has metal sleeves for the splice connection.This is the product when a big lift but shorter sling is

required. The Gator-Flex ® andGator-Laid ® products weredeveloped in conjunction withthe o�-shore oil industry toprovide the worlds best heavylift wire rope slings.

Wire Rope Slings


• Lightweight, pliable, and easy to handle• Optional eye or endless configurations for various lifting equipment• Non-sparking feature allows for use in explo sive atmospheres• Reinforced eyes for added durability• Highly visible poly tag stands up to all working conditions

• Superior durability, wear resistance, and strength, our G80 & G100 Alloy chain slings are ideally suited for steel handling and other high demand applications. • Chain slings are easily repaired and recertified, with a full line of quality matched components.• All Chain Slings come standard with RFID tags, ask for more details on Micro-Trac.

Web Slings

• Typically damage to a web sling starts along the edge and progresses across the webbing material• Specially coated threads are used on the edges of Diamond Edge Slings which can provide superior edge cut resistance, increasing sling life• Same features and benefits as standard web slings• Simply add a DE order code suffix to the Tuff-Lift® regular stock number to have your sling made with Polyester Diamond Edge webbing• Available in 1,2,3,4 and 6 inch widths

Diamond Edge

Tuff-Lift®

Chain Slings

Round Slings• Superior flexibility and a low stretch construction ensures load grip• Non-sparking feature allows for use in explosive atmospheres• Durable polyester double cover protects loads and improves inspectability• Exclusive vertical weight load tagging system removes guess work from sling applications• Strong, lightweight, and easy to handle• Wear point distribution extends sling life


Twin-Path®

Twin-Path Extra Sling with Covermax and K-Spec Core Yarn TPXC This is the world’s first truly ergonomic sling with Covermax® covers for superior abrasion resistance. These are made in sizes up to 600 tons vertical rated capacity. Larger capacity slings are available on special order. These slings have overload indicators, inner red cover, and are used worldwide in place of wire rope slings for heavy lifts. They are approximately 10% of the weight of a steel sling. These products are repairable. The Twin-Path® patented design provides the rigger with two connections between the hook and the load for redundant back-up protec-tion. These slings have less than 1% stretch at rated capacity. If ergonomics, productivity and safety are important, then these slings are the only choice. This is the lightest and strongest sling on the market today with K-Spec® – the longest lasting load bearing core yarn, backed by independent testing.

* Dimensions can vary according to the hardware or bearing points the slings are used with. Minimum is “tapered” width; Maximum is the �at tubing width. METRIC SLINGS AVAILABLE.

Check-Fast Inspection System (also known as the √ Fast System)

Patent #7,661,737 Foreign Patents Pending

The Check-Fast® System is designed to improve job-site safety. The √ Fast® Tag and External Warning Indicator (EWI) on a roundsling product provides for a pass/fail inspection of the internal load bearing core yarn. Damage to the core yarnfrom ultraviolet (UV) light degradation, fiber on fiber abrasion, fatigue, and severe overload can be detected. If the sling is mistakenly overloaded beyond rated capacity, the EWI is designed to disappear before the sling fails. The sling inspector now has a GO/NO-GO inspec-tion device rather than relying on a subjective hand-over-hand inspection to make an educated guess if the load bearing core yarns are in good condition. This safety system is available for High Performance K-Spec® Fiber Roundslings or polyester roundslings fabricated by authorized SLINGMAX® Dealers.

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TWIN-PATH® EYE & EYE SYNTHETIC SLING

EE Usually an eye and eye slingis made from a roundsling witha sleeve over it to form the eyesat each end. But our TPXCEEis a single-bodied sling withintegrated eyes. It can be manu-

factured using either K-Spec® core yarn or polyester.

TWIN-PATH® ADJUSTABJUSTABJUST LEBRIDLE SLING

TPXA or TPA This tool is an aid to�nding the center of gravity. When theload is lifted the ring moves over theCOG to balance and level the object. object. ob

SPARKEATER ® SYNTHETIC SLINGSSE When you have a hot environment up to300°F, use a Sparkeater ® to lift the load with-out marring the surface of the lifted piece.This is the only high performance, hightemperature synthetic sling commerciallyavailable.

TWIN-PATH® TWO LEG BRIDLESTL Simply the lightest and strongest syntheticbridles in the world today. These are ese are ese perfecrfecr tto repto repto r lace exiace exiace sting chain and wire rope bridles.This makes the Twin-Path ® Two Leg Bridleextremely versatile on the job.

FIBER OPTIC INSPECTION FO All Twin-Path ® slingshave the Fiber Optic in-spection. The condition ofthe internal core yarn can beinspected by checking thecontinuity of the �ber opticcable. The �ber optic cable

will conduct light using natural, overhead or �ashlightsources.

SHACKLE PIN PADSThe Shackle Pin Pad is the Slingmax ®

Solution to the problem of sharp edgeson the pin-side of a shackle. This padis easy to connect and easy to remove.

CORNERMAX®X®X SLEEVEThe CornerMax ® sleeve is the latestin rigging protection from Slingmax®

Rigging Solutions. This sleeve will pro-tect a synthetic sling from cutting on

edges that are curved or irregular.

CORNERMAX®RNERMAX®RNERMAX PADThe CornerMax ® cut protectiondevice prevents an edge on theload from touching the sling. Infact the edge doesn’t even touchthe CornerMax ® protector! Thisprotector will handle the most

extremeextremeextr circumstances lifting steel and concrete.l and concrete.l and concr CornerMax®

Pads are proven, tested— sling protection from Slingmax®ion from Slingmax®ion from Slingmaxfor stfor stfor raight 90° edges. s. s

PAD EYE TESTER - HYDRAULICTesting of the hardware, slings and hoist are commonplacebefore making a lift. However, testing the connection fromwhich the hoist is hanging is rarely part of the prelift testing.This pad eye tester weighs as little as forty poty poty unds and attachesdirectly to the pad eye in the ceiling deck, or bulkhead. Testwith up to 25 tons of force to verify that the pad eye will hold

to the surface. This idea camefrom a discussion with rig-gers in a shipyard who hadbeen involved in accidentswhen pad eyes broke fromtheir welds and the rigginggear and load dropped.

G-LINK CONNECTORSThe magic of one piece hardware thatdoes so many things. You can use iton Twin-Path ® , web and single pathroundslings, for attaching hooks orrings, connecting two slings together,as sliding choker connection, as anadjustable sling, as a choke lock con-nection or to shorten a sling’s reach.


Features

Outrigger Pads

• These durable pads/blocks have a variety of uses: • Mobile Cranes • Service Trucks • Water Well Drilling Trucks • Concrete Pumpers • Wireline • Ladder Firetrucks • Utility Companies • Sign Companies • Tire Shops

• Round - Square & Heavy Duty Blocking, each in a range of sizes.

• Produced with ¾” standard fir plywood. This grade of plywood is guaran-teed against blows, large core voids and veneer peeling up. The plywood is cut to size, glued with polyurethane waterproof glue, cross-grained, pressed in a 50,000lb press and screwed from both sides to penetrate 90% of the pad.

• Polyurethane is a waterproof and water cured glue that absorbs into the plywood creating an incredibly strong bond.

• Pile Driving Companies • Wellhead Servicing Companies • Coiled Tubing Units • Service Rigs • Pads for Tractor Trailer Units • Recreational Vehicles • Snubbing Units • Rental Companies


Crane Users Guide


It takes more than the right wire ropes to operate your cranes. It also takes the right knowledge and

experience. When you know the ropes – that is, how to choose, use and maintain each of the many types of ropes – you’ll know how to assure maximum service life life lif and performance for each crane application.

When it comes to showing you the ropes, no one does it like Union, a WireCo WorldGroup brand. As the largest producer of wire rope, we o�er everything you need for your crane’s wire rope needs. Nine WireCo WorldGroup manufacturing operations and eight distribution centers in North America, plus manufacturing facilities in Germany, Portugal and China, give our customers unparalleled support and global reach. Union can deliver the right wire ropes for your machine and application no matter where your worksite may be. All the more reason to call us.

This crane user’s guide is only one example. On the following pages, you’ll gain valuable information to help you:

CHOOSE THE RIGHT WIRE ROPES. KT WIRE ROPES. KT WIRE ROPES. nowing the ropes starts by understanding the wide variety of wire ropes available for your many needs. This guide contains practical information to help you.

CARE AND MAINTAIN WIRE ROPES.You can help assure maximum service life and performance by following the proper care and maintenance procedures – including regular inspections – outlined in this guide.

IDENTIFY AND PREVENT COMMON PROBLEMS IN THE FIELD.This guide also tells you how to recognize and prevent some of the more common causes of wire rope damage during handling, installation and usage.

Let us show you the ropes

Broad range. Best manufacturer. Unmatched support.

At Union, we understand the crane marketn, we understand the crane market Our years of cn, we understand the crane market Our years of cn, we understand the crane market limbing on the cranes with

you, combined with the latest metallurgical practices and unique design capabilities,

have enabled us to continue to innovate and provide the most cost effective line of crane

ropes in the worldropes in the world Union is part of the global leader in manufacturing, engineering and

distributing wire rope, wire rope assemblies, high carbon wire, and electromechanical cable:

WireCo WorldGroupup We apply thorough design and manufacturing controls – including

complete material traceabilityity And we are the only manufacturer in the world that is QPL ity And we are the only manufacturer in the world that is QPL ity

Systemsms So buy from the best…WireCo WorldGroup – The world is our worksiteup – The world is our worksite

Crane Users Guide

W ith each application, your choices of wire ropes can be many. How do you know

which one works best for you? Ropes include a combination of characteristics that give them speci�c performance abilities. Before you choose, it pays to look closely at each rope’s special characteristics.

NO SINGLE WIRE ROPE CAN DO IT ALLAll wire ropes feature design characteristic tradeo�s. In most cases, a wire rope cannot increase both fatigue fatigue fresistance and abrasion resistance. For example, when you increase fatigue e fatigue e fresistance by selecting a rope with more wires, the rope will have less abrasion resistance because of its greater number of smaller outer wires.

When you need wire rope with greater abrasion resistance, one choice is a rope with fewer (and larger) outer wires to reduce the e�ects of surface wear. But that means the rope’s fatigue resistance will decrease. That’s why you need to choose your wire rope like you would any other machine. Very carefully. carefully. carefully You must consider all operating conditions and rope characteristics.

THE BASIC CHARACTERISTICSOF WIRE ROPEHow do you choose the wire rope that’s best suited for your job? Following are the most common characteristics to be considered when selecting a rope for an application.

STRENGTH Wire rope strength is usually measured in tons of 2,000 lbs. In published material, wire rope strength is shown as minimum breaking force or nominal (catalog) strength.

These refer to calculated strength �gures that have been accepted by the wire rope industry.

When placed under tension on a test device, a new rdevice, a new rdevice, a new ope should break at a �gure equal to – or higher than – the minimum breaking force shown for that rope.

The published values apply to new, unused rope. A rope should never operate at – or near – the minimum breaking force. The minimum breaking force of the rope must be divided by the design factor required for the application to determine the maximum load allowed on the rope. During its useful life, a rope loses strength gradually due to natural causes such as surface wear and metal fatigue.

FATIGUE RESISTANCE Fatigue resistance involves fatigu fatigu f e of the wires that make up a rope. To have high fatigue resistance fatigue resistance f , wires must be capable of bending repeatedly under stress – for example, as a loaded rope passes over a sheave during operation.

Increased fatigue resistance is achieved in a rope design by using a large number of wires. It involves both the wire properties and rope construction.

In general, a rope made of many wires will have greater fatigu fatigu f e resistance than a same-size rope made of fewer, larger wires because smaller wires have greater ability to bend as the rope passes over sheaves or around drums. To overcome the e�ects of fatigue, ropes must never bend over sheaves or drums with a diameter so small as to bend wires excessively. ely. ely There are precise recommendations for sheave and drum sizes to properly accommodate all sizes and typand types of ropes.

Choosing the right wire rope for your application

BENEFIT OFFEWER OUTSIDEWIRES PER STRAND

ABRASION RESISTANCE

> Increases withlarger wires.

> Decreases with smaller wires.

BENEFIT OFMORE OUTSIDEWIRES PER STRAND

FATIFATIFA GUE RESISTANCE

> Decreases withlarger wires.

> Increases with smaller wires.


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Every rope is subject to metal fatigue l fatigue l ffrom bending stress while in operation, and therefore the rope’s strength gradually diminishes as the rope is used.

CRUSHING RESISTANCE Crushing is the e�ect of external pressure on a rope, which damages it by distorting the cross-section shape of the rope, its strands or core – or all three.

Crushing resistance therefore is a rope’s ability to withstand or resist external forces, and is a term generally used to express comparison between ropes.

When a rope is damaged by crushing, the wires, strands and core are prevented from moving and adjusting normally during operation.

In general, IWRC ropes are more crush resistant than �ber core ropes. Regular lay ropes are more crush resistant than lang lay ropes. 6-strand ropes have greater crush resistance than 8-strand ropes or 19-strand ropes. Flex-X® ropes are more resistant than standard round-strand ropes.

RESISTANCE TO METAL LOSS AND DEFORMATION Metal loss refers to the actual wearing away of metal from the outer wires of a rope, and metal deformation is the changing of the shape of outer wires of a rope.

In general, resistance to metal loss by abrasion (usually called “abrasion resistance”) resistance”) resistance” refers to a rope’s ability to withstand metal being worn away along its exterior. This reduces strength of a rope.

The most common form of metal deformation is generally called “peening” – since outside wires of a peened rope appear to have been “hammered” along their exposed surface.

Peening usually occurs on drums, caused by rope-to-rope contact during spooling of the rope on the drum. It may also occur on sheaves.

Peening causes metal fatigue, which in turn may cause wire failuree failuree f . The hammering – which causes the metal of the wire to �ow into a new shape – realigns the grain structure of the metal, thereby a�ecting its fatigue s fatigue s fresistance. The out-of-round shape also impairs wire movement when the rope bends.

RESISTANCE TO ROTATION When a load is placed on a rope, torque is created within the rope as wires and strands try to straighten out. This is normal and the rope is designed to operate with this load-induced torque. However, However, However this torque can cause both single part and multiple part hoisting systems to rotate. Load-induced torque can be reduced by specially designed ropes.

In standard 6- and 8-strand ropes, the torques produced by the outer strands and the IWRC are in the same direction and add together. XLT4XLT4XLT ropes use the torque created by the strand lay and the rope lay to minimize the total rope torque. In rotation-resistant ropes, the lay of the outer strands is in the opposite direction to the lay of the inner strands, thus the torques produced are in opposite directions and the torques subtract from each other.

“SQUARED ENDS”> Typical example of

breaks due to fatigue.

“CRUSHING”>

Typical example of external pressure on a wire rope.

CROSS-SECTIONOF A WORN WIRE>

Originalcross-section>

Wornsurface

CROSS-SECTION OF A PEENED WIRE

> Original cross-section

> Peened surface


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L et us show you the ropes you’ll need to keep your cranes working. On the following charts, you’ll see the wire ropes we recommend for your many di�erent applications. Your speci�c application may vary, application may vary, application may vary of course, and that’s why you can

depend on a world leader such as Union to help you choose the right rope.

Wire rope recommendations for crane applications

Important note when changing ropes:

Mobile Cranes: WMobile Cranes: WMobile Cranes: hen changing wire ropes, ensure the minimum breaking force is equal to or higher than the rope it replacesr than the rope it replaces If r than the rope it replaces If r than the rope it replaces you change from a standard rope to a rotation-resistant rope, the required design factor will changel change ASME B30l change ASME B30l change ASME B305 requires a design factor of 3res a design factor of 35 for standard res a design factor of 35 for standard res a design factor of 3ropes and a design factor of 5ropes and a design factor of 50 for rotatropes and a design factor of 50 for rotatropes and a design factor of 5 ion-resistant ropesn-resistant ropes

Tower Cranes: WTower Cranes: WTower Cranes: hen changing wire ropes, ensure the minimum breaking force is equal to or higher than the rope it replacesr than the rope it replaces ASME B30r than the rope it replaces ASME B30r than the rope it replaces ASME B303 requires a design factor of no less than 5 for all load hoist ropesist ropes

Anytime you change the construction or grade of the rope on a crane, ensure the crane’s load

APPLICATION RECOMMENDED ROPE COMMENTS

Main hoist rope Starlift Xtra Flex-X 19 regular lay XLT4 XLT4 XLT ™ * Flex-X® 6 regular lay IWRC 6 x 26 regular lay IWRC 6 x 25 regular lay IWRC

Auxiliary Starlift Xtrahoist rope Flex-X 19 XLT4*

19 x 7 8 x 25 Resistwist

Boom hoist rope Flex-X 9 Flex-X 6 regular lay IWRC Flattened strand 6 x 26 regular lay IWRC

Tag line 6 x 19 regular lay IWRC 6 x 36 regular lay IWRC

Characteristics needed are resistance to bending fatigue, resistance to crushing and resistance to wearresistance to crushing and resistance to wear Flex-X 6 provides the best combination of necessary characteristics, plus higher strength If block rotation is a problem and the drum is grooved, Starlift Xtra or XLT4 is recommended is recommended For smooth drums, Starlift Xtra or Flex-X 19 should be considered

Rotation resistance is a primary concern in an auxiliary hoist and for applications utilizing grooved drums, both Starlift Xtra and XLT4XLT4XLT are recommended are recommended For smooth drum applications, Starlift Xtra should be considered Both of these ropes may be used with a swivel For less demanding applications, Flex-X 19 p For less demanding applications, Flex-X 19 provides a good combination of rotation resistant properties and resistance to crushing

The primary characteristic needed in a boom hoist rope is resistance to drum crushingresistance to drum crushing Flex-X 9 is best suited to handle resistance to drum crushing Flex-X 9 is best suited to handle resistance to drum crushingthis situation Flex-X 6 also works well in many boom hoist applicationsequipment, it generally will not perform as well as those listed here

Most standard construction ropes will perform in this application

CRAWLER AND TRUCK CRANES

* See XLT4 details on page 9 details on page 9


Holding line and Flex-X® 6 IWRCclosing line 6 x 26 regular lay IWRC

Boom hoist and Refer to Crawler Crane Sectiontag line

These applications need a solid combination of resistance to fatigue and abrasionbetter than conventional ropes

CLAMSHELLS AND GRAPPLES


Hoist rope Starlift Xtra

Trolley rope Flex-X 7CC 7-Flex 6 x 36

Boom hoist rope Flex-X 9 Flex-X 6 regular lay IWRC Flattened strand 6 x 26 regular lay IWRC

TOWER CRANES

Rotation resistance is necessary for block stability in long block fall distances incurred with tower cranes Starlift Xtra is recommended for this application and may be used with a swivel

Fatigue resistance and resistance to wear are important for trolley ropesfor trolley ropes Flex-X 7CC offers the best combination of these characteristics making it the best choice for trolley ropes

The primary characteristic needed in a boom hoist rope is resistance to drum crushingis resistance to drum crushing Flex-X 9 is best suited to handle this situation Flex-X 6 also works well in many boom hoist applicationsmany boom hoist applications Alternate lay ropes may many boom hoist applications Alternate lay ropes may many boom hoist applications

perform as well as those listed here

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Wire

ropes

for

rotational

stability

Ropes that provide load stability can often provide the best and most economical service in speci�c

applications when you choose, handle and use them properly.

Contra-helically laid, rotation-resistant ropes are di�erent from standard ropes because they’re designed to reduce rope torque. Modes of fModes of fModes of ailure an failure an f d wear for rotation-resistant ropes can di�er from those for standard rope constructions. The very nature of these ropes requires special handling, selection and usage not encountered with standard constructions.

These ropes are susceptible to kinking, crushing and unbalancing in the form of “core pops” and “birdcages” if used or handled improperly. Use care to avoid operational practices that can possibly lead to these conditions.

There are di�erent types of rotation-resistant ropes, categorized by their resistance to rotation. Category 1 rotation-resistant rope (Starlift Xtra) haift Xtra) haif s at least 15 outer strands, has three layers of strands (over a center) and has little or no tendency to rotate, or, if guided, transmits little or no torque. It can be used with a swivel. Because Category 1 rotation resistant ropes are manufactured with little or no preforming, it is critical to not remove the welded ends. If the welded ends are removed the rope can become unbalanced. Category 2 rotation-resistant rope (Flex-X 19 and 19 x 7) has 10 or more outer strands, has two or more layers of strands (over a center) and has a signi�cant resistance to rotation. Category 3 rotation-resistant rope (8 x 19 RTW) has no more than 9 outer strands, has two layers of strands (over a center) and has limited resistance to rotation. For best performance, Category 2 and 3 rotation-resistant ropes should not be used with a swivel.

STARLIFT XTRA™Starlift Xtra, a Category 1 rotation-resistant rope, features a unique design that minimizes the torque and rotation of the rope at normal load ranges of z of z of ero to 20% of the rope’s minimum breaking force (MBF). In addition, Starlift Xtrft Xtrf a is engineered to give you maximum strength per diameter while also achieving superior fatigue resistance. These factors combine to give you the maximum service life when you have long block falls or load control is critical. Unlike other rotation-resistant ropes, swivels can be used in your system with Starlift Xtra.

Starlift Xtra wire rope has one of thf thf e highest strength-to-diameter ratios on the market. ASME B30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes requires a design factor of 3.5 for 6-strand hoist ropes. The same standard requires a design factor of 5.0 for rotation-resistant ropes. The MBF of Starlift Xtra ift Xtra if s such that even with the 5.0 design factor, r, r it has lifting capacities that equal or exceed 6-strand XIP ropes utilizing a 3.5 design factor. Other ropes of similar construction do not provide this bene�t.

The characteristics of Starlift Xtrf Starlift Xtrf a enhance its performance in multiple-layer spooling as well. The lang lay construction, coupled with the special design features, provide excellent resistance to abrasion that occurs at kickover areas in drum spooling. The rope construction combined with the compacted strand design of Starlift ift ifXtra results in a rope cross-section of very high density. Ty. Ty his feature provides increased resistance to crushing.

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XLT4

XLT 4 ropes are specially designed to provide very low torque, a high minimum breaking force and high resistance to wear in multi-layer spooling.

Under load, XLT 4 generates near-zero torque, matching or surpassing the stability of Category 1 35 x 7 class rotation-resistant ropes. Yet, thanks to its unique design, XLT4 is not classi�ed as a “rotation-resistant” rope. It can be used with or without a swivel as a mobile crane hoist rope at design factors as n factors as n f low as 3.5 to 1.

XLT 4 rope’s compact construction keeps more steel in contact with sheaves and drums for unmatched resistance to crushing and wear – for lower maintenance, less downtime and longer service life. With the rope’s high capacity, high capacity, high capacity lifts may be feasible using fewer parts of line – boosting the speed, ef�ciency and productivity of crane work.

Because of iof iof ts unique construction, XLT4 performs best on grooved drums that are larger than the minimum required D/d and where the entire length of the rope is subjecbjecb ted to loading in normal

operation. Where there is multiple layer spooling, the base layers on the drum must be under tension to assure proper spooling and to avoid “pull-in” of the upper layers. The tension on these lower layers ensures that the rope is both tight against adjacent wraps and tight around the drum which establishes a solid foundation forion forion f the upper layers.

XLT4 SPECIFICATIONSNOMINAL APPROXDIAMETER BREAKING FORCE

INCHES MILLIMETERS TONS OF 2000 LBS LBS /FT

12 15.8 1/2 17.7

14 21.4

9/16 22.3 5/8 27.4

16 27.8

19 39.0 1.1 3/4 39.2 1.1

22 52.0 1.5

7/8 53.0 1.5 23 56.8 1.6 24 61.7 1.8

1 68.9 2.1 26 72.1 2.1 28 83.3 2.4

1-1/8 86.7 2.6

3/16 0 064 1 57 3/16 1/4 0 113 2 77 1/4 5/16 0 177 4 30 5/16 0 18 4 63

3/8 0 25 6 15 3/8 0 26 6 63 7/16 0 43 11 2 0 35 8 33 7/16 0 36 8 97 1/2 0 49 14 6 0 45 10 8 1/2 0 47 11 6

9/16 0 65 18 5 0 58 13 6 9/16 0 60 14 7

16 0 85 30 6 5/8 0 78 22 7 0 71 16 8 5/8 0 73 18 1 19 1 22 42 9 3/4 1 16 32 4 1 02 24 0 3/4 1 06 25 9

22 1 65 572 7/8 1 58 43 8 1 39 32 5 7/8 1 44 35 0 25 4 2 19 75 9 1 2 05 56 9 1 82 42 2 1 1 88 45 5 26 2 30 79 2 1 1/8 2 57 71 5 2 30 53 1 1 1/8 2 39 573

28 2 67 91 6 1 1/4 2 83 65 1 1 1/4 2 94 7094 70594 70594 70 30 3 08 105 1 3/8 3 43 78 4 1 3/8 3 56 8456 84956 84956 84 32 3 50 119 1 1/2 4 08 92 8 1 1/2 4 24 100

ROTATION-RESISTANT CRANE ROPES SPECIFICATIONSMINIMUM BREAKING FORCES IN TONS OF 2,000 POUNDS

CATEGORY 1 CATEGORY 2 CATEGORY 3 STARLIFT XTRA FLEX-X® 19 19 X 7 XIP® 8 X 19 XIP®

Diameter Approx. Minimum Diameter Approx. Minimum Approx. Minimum Diameter Approx. Minimum Millimeter Weight Breaking Inches Weight Breaking Inches Weight Breaking lbs / ft Force lbs / ft Force lbs / ft Force lbs / ft Force

NOTE: These strengths apply only when a test is conducted with NOTE: These strengths apply only when a test is conducted with NOTE: When in use, the strengths of these ropes may be

NOMINAL MINIMUM DIAMETER WEIGHT

0.450.510.61

0.650.790.79

Weight Breaking

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Container crane hoist and trolley ropes are subjected to the stressful combination of bending

fatigue and abrasion from operating over a series of intricate sheaves and drums. Union has developed Flex-X 7CC, a wire rope for container cranes that’s so revolutionary it’s guaranteed to provide you wityou with a signi�cant lift in service life when comparen compared with standard ropes.

FLex-X 7CC7CC will operate longer – no matter what load conditionwhat load conditions you put it under. A combinatioombination of superior design and manufacturing techniquand manufacturing technique helps reduce metal fatigue, internally and metal fatigue, internally and externally, while helping to extenexternally, while helping to extend the life life lif of sheaves ansheaves and drums.

FLEX-X 7CC LASTS LONGER.Flex-X Flex-X Flex- 7CC’s longer 7CC’s longer service life rvice life rvice lif will result in result in lower maintenance costs due to fewer rope changfewer rope changes.

All ropAll ropes gradually lose strength due to weato wear and fatigue but test data has proven that proven that Flex-X 7CC has superior fatigue life over standard rope. Witfatigue life over standard rope. With the ropes subjecteropes subjected to the same operating conditionconditions (load and sheave diameter), the chart at righthe chart at right illustrates how Flex-X 7CC’s7CC’s service exceeded standard rope by 46by 46% when both ropes reached 80% of the standarthe standard rope’s strength.

Flex-X 7CC, a container crane rope thatguarantees a lift in productivity.

FLEX-X 7CC SPECIFICATIONS

NOMINAL APPROX MINIMUM DIAMETER WEIGHT BREAKING FORCE

INCHES LBS./FT. TONS OF 2000 LBS.

1/2 0.50 15.3 9/16 0.63 19.3 5/8 0.80 22.7

3/4 1.13 32.4 7/8 1.55 43.8 1 2.01 56.9

1-1/8 2.54 71.5 1-1/4 3.14 87.9 1-3/8 3.80 106

FLEX-X 7CC

FLEX-XEX-XEX 7CC STANDARD

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6 X 19 AND 6 X 36 CLASS

IWRC

COMPACTED

STRAND FLATTENED

STRAND

Diameter XIP® XXIP® FLEX-X® 6 FLEX-X® 9Inches Approx. Weight Minimum lbs. / ft. Breaking Force

6 X 19 & 6 X 36 CLASS SPECIFICATIONSIWRC / FLEX-X 6 AND FLEX-X 9 / FLATTENED STRAND ROPESMINIMUM BREAKING FORCES IN TONS OF 2,MINIMUM BREAKING FORCES IN TONS OF 2,000 POUNDS.

The 6 x 19 classi�cation of wire ropes includes standard 6-strand round strand ropes with 16 through 26 wires per

strand. The 6 x 36 classi�cation of wire ropes includes standard 6-strand round strand ropes with 27 through 49 wires per strand. Although their operating characteristics vary, vary, vary all have the same weight per foot and the same minimum breaking force, size for size.

The Flex-X® process compacts each strand, which improves the rope’s strength, stability, abrasion resistance, fatigue resistance and crushing resistance.

These characteristics make Flex-X 6 an excellent choice for the main hoist rope for mobile cranes and the hoist rope on most overhead cranes. Flex-X 9, speci�cally designed for boom hoist applications, features compacted strands and swaging for extra drum crushing resistance

Wire rope weights and minimumbreaking force for cranes.

Approx.Weightlbs. / ft.

MinimumBreakingForce





3/16 1/4 0.116 3.40 5/16 0.18 5.27

3/8 0.26 7.55 8.30 0.32 8.8 7/16 0.35 10.2 11.2 0.41 11.9 1/2 0.46 13.3 14.6 0.55 15.3

9/16 0.59 16.8 18.5 0.70 19.3 5/8 0.72 20.6 22.7 0.86 22.7 0.95 26.2 0.74 21.7 3/4 1.04 29.4 32.4 1.25 32.4 1.35 37.4 1.06 31.0

7/8 1.42 39.8 43.8 1.67 43.8 1.85 50.6 1.46 41.9 1 1.85 51.7 56.9 2.18 56.9 2.40 65.7 1.89 54.4 1 1/8 2.34 65.0 71.5 2.71 71.5 3.05 82.7 2.39 68.5

1 1/4 2.89 79.9 87.9 3.43 87.9 2.95 84.0 1 3/8 3.50 96.0 106 4.25 106 3.57 101 1 1/2 4.16 114 125 5.01 125 4.25 119

1 5/8 4.88 132 146 4.99 140 1 3/4 5.67 153 169 5.79 161 1 7/8 6.50 174 192

2 7.39 198 217 2 1/8 8.35 221 244 2 1/4 9.36 247 272

NOTE: Many wire ropes are also available in PFV, a plastic Many wire ropes are also available in PFV, a plastic impregnated rope design from Union.

STANDARD 6 X 19 CLASS AND6 X 36 CLASS CRANE ROPES.

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THE PREFERRED TECHNIQUE FORINSTALLING ROPE ONTO A CRANE.

1. UNLOAD ROPE PROPERLY AND RELIEVE ANY TWISTS.

Pull the rope o� the shipping reel or unroll it from a shipping coil as shown. (If done improperly, you may kink the rope, which will result in permanent damage to the rope.) Then lay the rope on the ground in a direct line with the boom. This helps release any twist in the rope.

2. ATTACH ROPE’S END TO DRUM. Pull the rope over the point sheave and attach the end to the drum. Before making any end attachment, be sure the rope strands are free to adjust. (In other words, make sure the end of the rope is not welded together.)

3. WIND ROPE ONTO DRUM SLOWLY AND CAREFULLY. At this point, it isn’t CAREFULLY. At this point, it isn’t CAREFULLY.necessary to provide additional load other than the weight of the rope being pulled across the ground.

4. SPOOL FIRST LAYER TIGHTLY. It’s essential on smooth-faced drums

that the �rst layer is spooled with wraps tight and close together since the �rst layer forms the foundation for succeeding layers. If need be, use a rubber, rubber, rubber lead or brass mallet (but never a steel hammer) a steel hammer) a steel hammer to tap the rope in place.

5. SPOOL MULTIPLE LAYERS WITH SUFFICIENT TENSION. It’s very important to apply a tensioning load to the ropes during the rope breaking-in process. (If not, the lower layers may be loose enough that the upper layers become wedged into the lower layers under load, which can seriously damage the rope.) The

should range from 2 to 3% of the rope’s minimum breaking force.

6. FOR ROPES IN MULTI-PART SYSTEMS:Reeve the traveling block and boomtip sheaves so the rope spacing is maximized and the traveling (hook) block hangs straight and level to help assure block stability. stability. stability Avoid dead-ending the rope at the traveling block if possible.

7. CHECK ROPE FOR TWIST. With the rope slack, pull enough rope out to allow it to hang in a loop (right). If the rope hangs without twisting together, there is no twist in the rope. If the rope twists together (left), the rope has twist in it. Follow steps shown on next page to relieve twist from the rope.

Guidelines for installation and maintenance.

WHEN YOU’RE INSTALLING WIRE ROPE, THERE’S A PRIMARY CONCERN:

Getting the rope on the equipment without trap-ping any twist that may have been induced during handling or installation.

Unreel rope from a shaft supported by two jacks. Uncoil rope by rolling it along ground like a hoop.

Make sure the foundation layer is spooled tightly.

The result of improper tensioning is a “pulling in” of the rope.

straight an

straight an

Incorrect Correct

Twist in rope No twist

tensioning load

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BREAKING IN YOUR NEW WIRE ROPE.After installation, you should properly break in your rope, which allows the rope’s component parts to adjust themselves to your operating conditions.

With the boom fully raised – and fully extended if you’re using a hydraulic boom – attach a light load at the hook and raise it a few inches o� the ground. Allow to stand for several minutes. Then cycle the load between the full “up” and “down” positions several times. Stand back and watch the drum winding and rope travel for any potential problems.

After making the lifts with a light load, increase the load and cycle it up and down a few times. This procedure will train the rope and help assure smooth operation during its useful life.

Ideally, you should run these loads with reeving that lets you place the loads on the block with all rope o� the drum except the last three wraps. If this isn’t possible, alternate methods must be used to assure proper tensioning of the rope on the drum.

RIGGING IN TIGHT QUARTERS.If you can’t lay the new rope out on the ground before rigging – and you need to pull it directly from the reel – further steps are necessary. necessary. necessary First, you should mount the reel on a shaft through �ange holes and on jack stands, making sure you spool as illustrated below. While unspooling, do not allow the reel to “free-wheel.” l.” l. Brake the reel by applying pressure to a �ange. Never apply braking pressure to the rope on the reel – or pass the ropor pass the rope e between between blocks of wood or other material.material.

RELIEVING TWIST.To relieve twist that may bmay bmay e trapped in a rope spooled directly o� a spooled directly o� a spooled directly o� reel to the drum, raise the boom to its highest position while letting out the rope until the rope almost touches the ground. Let the rope hang free without added load while standing clear. When twist is fully relieved, proceed with rigging the crane.

LUBRICATE ROPES OFTEN FOR LONG LIFE.To properly maintain your rope, the �rst place to check is for obvious signs of abuse from other parts of the rope system. But the biggest part of maintenance involves regular lubrication to prevent corrosion and to reduce friction between the rope’s components as well as the friction between rope and sheaves or drums.

Your rope receives internal lubricant at the factory factory f , actory, actory but it’s not enough to last the rope’s entire life due to constant bending over sheaves and drums. The need to keep ropes properly lubricated can’t be overemphasized.

CLEAN ROPES FIRST.Remove excess dirt, rock dust or other materials that can prevent �eld-applied lubricants from properly penetrating into the ropes.

LUBRICATE USING ONE OF TWO METHODS.One is called manual lubrication such as spray or drip systems that apply lubricant when you want. You can also swab or paint lube into your moving rope by hand, or pour lube onto your rope as it passes a certain point.

The other is called automatic lubrication that drips or sprays lube onto your rope as it passes over a sheave at preselected intervals.

Install from reel top over the point sheave.Install from reel top over the point sheave.

WHAT LUBRICANT SHOULD YOU USE?

There are two lubricants you should not useyou should not use Never you should not use Never you should not useapply heavy grease to the rope because it can trap excessive grit and dust, which can externally damage the rope or be forced inside, causing hidden damagehidden damage Nor should you apply used “engine oil” because it contains materials that can damage your ropecan damage your rope

The kind and amount of lubricant will vary according to the type and use of your wire rope But the lubricant should have these traits:

> Penetrate to the rope core Penetrate to the rope coreThe best way is to apply at a place where the rope bends, such as over a sheave, exposing the wires and strands to provide a better opening to the corebetter opening to the core

> Contain enough adhesive

to wires in the rope and the spaces around the wires

> Be free of acids and alkalis

> Resist corrosionResist corrosionResist corrosion

> Stay put without being easily washed awayeasily washed away

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Despite their durability and strength, wire ropes used on cranes will wear out and

need to be retired from service. That’s why regular inspection is so crucial to your long-term success. It’s important to appoint a quali�ed trained person to conduct the inspection and understand the mechanics of inspection. This section o�ers you general guidelines, but for more detailed information, please consult our Techreport 107.

HOW OFTEN TO INSPECT.Obviously, the more you use a wire rope, the more often you need to inspect it. According to the ASME standards, owners or users are required to visually inspect all wire ropes at least once every day when in use. A quali�ed, trained person should be appointed to conduct the inspection. That person is also required to periodically inspect all wire ropes and keep a written record, noting any damage and recording when ropes are replaced. This will give you a basis for judging the proper time to replace your ropes.

We recommend you set up a long-range inspection program, including examination of ropes removed from service.

FOCUS ON YOUR ROPE’S CRITICAL POINTS.While you’re required to inspect the entire rope length, we recommend you pay particular attention to the critical points of a wire rope. These are the points subject to greater internal stresses, greater external forces or are more susceptible to damage. Rope deterioration normally occurs more quickly at these points, so it pays to expand your inspection in these important areas:

PICK-UP POINTS. These are sections of ropes repeatedly placed under stress when you apply the initial load of eload of eload of ach lift sucift sucif h as those sections contacting the sheaves or on the drums.

END ATTACHMENTS.ATTACHMENTS. ATTACHMENTS.Attachments at the dead end and drum restrict the free movement of wires, normally leading to broken wires that are more dif�cult to detect. Inspect with an awl to expose them, and if you �nd more than one broken wire, replace the rope or cut o� the a�ected area and reattach the �tting. Corrosion can be more prevalent in this area. Be sure to also inspect the �tting itself.

DRUMS. Check for signs of wear that could damage wire rope. For grooved drums, inspect the grooves for smoothness and absence of corrugation. For smooth drums, check for wire rope corrugation. It’s also important to verify that the required minimum number of dead wraps remain on the drum and to check the condition of the drum �anges.

SHEAVES. The grooves on sheaves uSHEAVES. The grooves on sheaves uSHEAVES. sually

How to inspect your wire ropes.

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> It’s important to remember there are minor – sometimes major – differences among applications, even on machines with similar designssimilar designs

That’s why it takes the judgment of a trained, knowledgeable inspector to choose the critical points on each rope application for closer inspectioncloser inspection

HOW TO FIND BROKEN WIRES.

One of the most common signs of rope deterioration is broken wires, normally the outside wires at the crowns of the strandswires at the crowns of the strands During your inspection, it’s very important to search for wires at the crowns of the strands During your inspection, it’s very important to search for wires at the crowns of the strandsbroken wires, especially the areas of the rope in contact with sheaves and drums when loads are picked uploads are picked up

1sheavessheaves Clean the grease from the rope with a cloth – a wire brush, if necessary – so you can see any breaksyou can see any breaks

2 Flex the rope to expose any broken wires hidden in the valleys between the strandsFlex the rope to expose any broken wires hidden in the valleys between the strands

3 Visually check for any broken wiresVisually check for any broken wires One way is to run a cloth along the rope to check for Visually check for any broken wires One way is to run a cloth along the rope to check for Visually check for any broken wirespossible snagspossible snags

4 With an awl, probe between wires and strands and lift any wires that appear looseWith an awl, probe between wires and strands and lift any wires that appear looseEvidence of internal broken wires may require a more extensive rope examinationEvidence of internal broken wires may require a more extensive rope examination

SHEAVES. The grooves on sheaves usually wear smaller over time. With a groove gauge, check each sheave for proper groove size and contour, as well as smoothness. Grooves that are too small or tight can cause pinching and increased wear while grooves that are too wide can cause �attening of the rope – both of which can reduce your rope’s life.

Any application that has both ends of the rope on a drum (typically overhead cranes and boom hoists) has an “idler” sheave at the center of the rope. The rope at this point must be pulled o� the sheave and inspected closely for crown

and valley broken wires at each periodic inspection.

HEAT EXPOSURE. Watch for evidence of heat exposure which can damage the rope and its lubricant. Any contact with an electrical arc such as welding is reason for removal of the entire rope. Never use the rope as the ground for an arc welder.

ABUSE POINTS. POINTS. POINTS. Check for “bright” spots where ropes are subjected to abnormal scuf�ng and scraping. Look for any condition that causes the rope to be asymmetrical.

Typical valley wire breaks.

Typical crown wire breaks.

According to the ASME B30.5 standard for mobile cranes, there are no precise rules to

determine the exact time to replace rope because so many variables are involved. Once a rope reaches a speci�ed removal criteria, it may be allowed to operate to the end of the work shift, based on the judgement of a quali�ed person. The rope should be replaced after that work shift at the end of the day – or at the latest prior to the equipment being used by the next work shift.

The following required standards established by ASME B30.5 that provide speci�c reasons to replace wire ropes.

BROKEN WIRES. BROKEN WIRES. BROKEN WIRES. For running ropes including XLT 4 ropes, replace when you see six randomly distributed broken wires in one lay – or three broken wires in one strand in one lay.

For rotation resistant ropes categories 1, 2 and 3, replace when you see two randomly distributed broken wires in six rope diameters – or four randomly distributed broken wires in 30 rope diameters.

Broken wire removal criteria apply to wire ropes operating on steel sheaves and drums. The user should contact the sheave, drum or crane manufacturer for broken wire removal criteria for wire ropes operating on sheaves and drums made of material other than steel.

ONE BROKEN WIRE EXTENDING FROM ROPE’S CORE. When you see one outer wire broken at the point of contact with the rope’s core which has worked its way out or looped out from the rope structure, you’ll need to conduct additional inspection of that section of rope.

EXTENSIVE ROPE WEAR. WE ROPE WEAR. WE ROPE WEAR. hen wear reaches one-third the original diameter of the outside individual wires, it’s time to replace the rope.

ROPE DISTORTION. Replace any rope N. Replace any rope N.with evidence of kinking, crushing, birdcaging or any other damage resulting in distortion of the rope structure.

HEAT DAMAGE. BecausHEAT DAMAGE. BecausHEAT DAMAGE. e heat exposure can damage the rope and its lubricant, always remove ropes damaged by heat from any cause.

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REDUCTIONS IN NOMINAL DIAMETER.Replace any rope when its measured diameter has decreased more than 5% below its nominal diameter.

WHAT REPLACEMENT ROPE TO USE.Your replacement rope should have a minimum breaking force at least as great as the original rope furnished or recommended by the crane manufacturer. Any deviation from the original size, grade or construction must be speci�ed by the wire rope manufacturer, crane manufacturer or a quali�ed person. See pages 6-7.

WHAT ABOUT IDLE ROPES? ROPES? ROPES? All wire ropes that have been idle for one month or longer due to shutdown or storage of the crane on which they’re installed should be inspected according to ASME standards before you place them in service. Make sure an authorized person inspects for all types of rope deterioration.

Always measure the largest dimension when measuring your rope.

Proper method of measuring ropes with odd number of outer strands, using caliper with plates.

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HOW TO DETERMINE THE PROPER DIRECTION OF DRUM WINDING.

Overwind left to right, use right lay rope.

Right lay Overwind

Underwind right to left, use right lay rope.

Right lay Underwind

Overwind right to left, use left lay rope.

Left lay Overwind

Underwind left to right, use left lay rope.

Left lay Underwind

DRUM SPOOLING: A TIGHT SITUATION FOR CRANE OPERATORS.

When you’re installing a new rope onto a crane, there’s a primary objective: spool

the rope onto the equipment tightly without trapping any twist in the rope on the drum. (See installation guidelines for details.)

For multiple-layer spooling, it’s essential to get the �rst layers of rope spooled with suf�cient tension. Particularly with smooth-faced drums, the �rst layers must be tight with each wrap snug against the preceding wrap. Since the �rst layer provides the “grooving” for upper layers, wraps must be placed tightly together. If not, wraps in upper layers will pull down between wraps already on the drum, which can cause crushing damage and reduced rope strength and service life.

When you encounter spooling problems, check the following list to identify the possible cause. If any of these are incorrect, the result can include open (or loose) spooling, random spooling or stacking of rope against drum �anges.

DRUM ALIGNMENT.Before spooling, make sure the drum is level and at right angles to the boom. Many drums are mounted on the frame so that adjustment can be made in alignment.

DRUM WINDING.Wire rope should wind onto the smooth-faced drum as shown. Make sure you wrap the rope left or right and over or under as recommended.

USE OF A SWIVEL.Except for Category 1 rotation-resistant ropes and XLT 4, a swivel end termination will let the rope lay lengthen when loaded. As the rope spools onto a drum, the unlaid rope travels over the point sheave and accumulates between the drum and point sheave. This leads to block rotation, erratic spooling, unbalancing and decreased rope service. Category 1 rotation resistant ropes and XLT 4 may be used with a swivel without these concerns.

FLEET ANGLE.One of the most important factors in proper winding of rope on drums. For smooth-faced drums, this angle should be between 1/2° and 1-1/2”. For grooved drums, it should be between 1/2” and 2”. Fleet angles larger than these can cause spooling problems and the rope to rub against the �anges of the sheave – plus may lead to rope crushing and abrasion on the drum. Fleet angles smaller than these may cause the rope to pile up at the �anges.

POINT SHEAVE.When more than one sheave is in use at the boomtip, make sure the lead line presents the optimum �eet angle to the drum.drum.

How to identify and correct three common problems in the field.


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GROOVED DRUMS.Groove spacing must be adequate to prevent the rope from crowding out adjacent wraps as the rope spools across the drum. In addition, groove spacing must not be excessive, which can allow wraps of the next layer to pull down between wraps of the previous layer, causing abrasion and crushing.

DRUM FLANGES.Flanges should be perpendicular to the drum face and not worn, deformed or spread outward. These conditions can cause spooling problems at the change-of-layer point as additional layers are spooled.

IMPROPER INSTALLATION.When a rope has been installed in such When a rope has been installed in such a way that twist has been introduced a way that twist has been introduced into the rope, spooling problems can into the rope, spooling problems can result. (See installation guidelines result. (See installation guidelines for details.)

RISER STRIPS AND KICK PLATES.If spooling problems persist after you’ve If spooling problems persist after you’ve considered the above conditions, try considered the above conditions, try using riser strips and kick plates. For r strips and kick plates. For details on these accessories, check with your crane manufacturer or call Union for technical service.

Also called “wavy rope,” unbalance is an indication or result of abnormal movement of

strands in an operating rope. It usually involves two or more outer strands of rope rising out of position, standing higher than remaining strands with no apparent cause or evidence of external physical force.

Anytime you see an unbalanced rope, you should increase your rope inspection frequency. Find out the cause and correct the problem before you install your next rope.

The causes.Unbalance often shows up in the middle of a rope system where you don’t expect it. It’s usually caused by “milking” of the rope – in other words, a lay change in the rope. The causes are many: swivels, small diameter sheaves, improper-sized or worn sheave grooves or sheave misalignment, to name a few.

Standard 6-strand regular lay ropes are generally more resistant to unbalance than other ropes.

How to correct unbalance problems.There are several practices you can implement to minimize rope unbalance problems. These include:

ELIMINATE SWIVELS AT DEAD ENDS. A swivel end termination will lengthen the lay in the rope when

loaded, which can cause an unbalance in the rope.

REMOVE WELDED ENDS OF ROPES. Where a rope has been torch cut, make sure the strands are free to adjust before the rope is clamped or seated in an end termination. However, this does not apply to Flex-X 35. Leave the welded ends on Flex-X 35

LOOK FOR ANY SHEAVE MISALIGNMENT. Misalignment of sheaves in multi-part reevings and improperly aligned idler sheaves can also contribute to unbalance problems.

ASSURE PROPER GROOVE CONTOURS. Use a groove gauge to inspect sheave and drum grooves for proper contour. If sheave grooves are too small or are worn deeper and narrower by an old rope, they’re too tight for new ropes. If grooves are too wide, the ropes tend to flatten out and become oval-shaped. Any of these conditions can restrict strand movement and cause twist to build up in the rope.

CONSIDER A 6-STRAND ROPE CONSTRUCTION.Standard 6-strand regular lay ropes are less susceptible to unbalance than other ropes.

REMOVE ANY TWIST IN ROPE. See rope installation guidelines for details.

CROSS-SECTION VIEWS OF THREE SHEAVE

GROOVE CONDITIONS.

A B C

Using a gauge, A is correct, B is too tight and C is too loose.

Rope unbalance: a problem of unequal proportions.

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A lso called cabling, block rotation occurs when multi-part reeving twists together

at a certain height, entangling the parts of rope between the traveling block and boomtip. It can happen with little warning, making it virtually impossible to lift ible to lift ible to lif or lower a suspended load. Twisted hoist lines can bring a construction project to a sudden halt, resulting in downtime.

But the good news is this. You can minimize block rotation through proper installation and handling, as well as take corrective measures

THE KEY IS UNDERSTANDING TORQUE.Every wire rope – regardless of type, classi�cation, grade or manufacturer – will develop torque when loaded.

Torque is normal and natural, caused by the way wire ropes are made. Wires are �rst laid together in a spiral to form strands, then several strands are laid together in a spiral to form the rope. When loaded, wires and strands try to straighten out, thus creating torque.

Another source of torque is any change in the rope lay length. This is normally caused by “milking” or rotation at the end of the rope.

Torque in a rope a�ects the tendency of the traveling block to rotate. Thus, it’s important to minimize any torque.

HOW TO HELP REDUCE BLOCK ROTATION.There are at least seven di�erent operating practices you can use to minimize block rotation on your crane.

CHANGE THE RIGGING GEOMETRY. This RIGGING GEOMETRY. This RIGGING GEOMETRY.includes the following operating practices:

– Use larger diameter traveling block sheaves to increase the rope spacing. As the diameter of the traveling block sheave increases, the chances for block rotation are reduced.

– Use the outer (farthest apart) sheaves – traveling block and boom.

– Dead-end the rope at the boomtip to increase the spread between the wire rope parts.

USE THE SHORTEST FALL LENGTH POSSIBLE.The length of fallf fallf f , or the distance from the pick point to the point sheaves, is critical. Longer fall lengths are less fall lengths are less fstable and more likely to lead to block rotation.

AVOID ODD-PART REEVING. An even number of pof pof arts is more stable.

USE TAGLINES ON LIFTS. Attach a tagline to restrain the load block and keep the load from rotating.

Block rotation: a very entangling problem.

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USE A DIFFERENT ROPE CONSTRUCTION. Standard 6-strand ropes do not provide any rotation resistance. There are di�erent levels of rotation resistance that can be obtained from specialty ropes. For maximum block stability use Starlift use Starlift use Starlif Xtra or XLT 4. Both XLT 4 and Starlift Xtra ropes are also used in single part hoisting.

There are other specialty ropes that provide some rotation resistance. Our Flex-X Flex-X Flex- 19 and 19 x 7 ropes are Category 2 rotation-resistant ropes. Flex-X 19 is very resistant to crushing in multiple layer spooling and is frequently used in multi-part hoisting applications.

USE A SWIVEL ONLY WITH CATEGORY 1 ROPES. XLT 4 and Category 1 ropes, due to their special design, may be used with a swivel. Other wire ropes should not be used with a swivel.

With standard ropes, Category 2 (Flex-X 19 and 19 x 7) rotation-resistant rope and Category 3 (8 x 25) rotation-resistant rope, a swivel in an end termination will allow rotation in a direction that unlays the outer strands when the rope is loaded. This can cause a reduction in rope strength, unbalance in the rope and spooling problems.

While the rope rotation only occurs between the swivel and the �rst sheave, the unlaid rope travels over the sheave as the load is lifted and introduces unlaying to the section of the rope beyond the sheave. This unlaying becomes trapped and will not come out of the rope when n the load is removed.

The trapped unlaying causes twist in the rope, which leads to block rotation, erratic spooling, unbalancing and decreased rope service. Remove the swivel from the rope termination and follow steps to remove twist from the rope to optimize rope service.

CHECK SHEAVE ALIGNMENT AND GROOVE SIZE. SIZE. SIZE. Improper sheave alignment or groove size can “milk” the lay in a rope and cause torque.

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Industry testing has been conducted to help you assess the block stability of your rigging con�guration and

rope selection. The bands on this graph approximate the block stability for four types of wire ropes in multi-part systems:

– 6-strand, right regular lay, – 6-strand, right regular lay, – 6-strand, right regular lay IWRC– Category 3 (8-strand, rotation-resistant)– Category 2 (19-strand, rotation-resistant)– Category 1 (Starlift (Starlift (Starlif Xtra, rotation-

resistant) or XLT4

Four independent variables are used in pairs to locate a reference point on the graph that indicates the stability of the lift being made. The ratios used include:

L/S = Length of fall (ft(ft) ÷ Spacing o(ft) ÷ Spacing o(ft f the rope (ftthe rope (ftthe rope (ft)the rope (ft

L = Length of fall measured from the centerline of the point sheave to the centerline of the traveling block sheave as shown in the diagramam

S = Average diagonal spacing of the rope at the boom point and the traveling block sheaves as shown in the diagram

D/d = (D) Average pitch diameter of point and block sheaves (in(in) ÷ (d) nominal rope diameter (in(in(in)(in

For 2-part reeving, S = average pitch diameter of point and block sheave

For 3-part reeving, S = 2/3 of 2-part

For 4-part reeving, S = diagonal distance of rope parts

For 5-part reeving, S = 4/5 of 4-part

For 6-part reeving, S = diagonal distance of rope parts

For 7-part reeving, S = 6/7 of six-part system

jointly conducted by Wire Rope Technical Board and the Power Crane and Shovel Associationio

When the reference point on the graph lies above the appropriate band, block rotation will probably occur. If the reference point lies below the band, then the lift will probably be stable without block rotation. If the point lies within the band, bthe band, block rotation is uncertain.

How

to

evaluate

block

stabilitydue to rigging geometry.

The band for XLT4 and Category 1 rotation-resistant ropes is based on torque valueson torque values The bands for 6-strand, Category 2 and Category 3 rotation-resistant ropes were developed

conducted by Wire Rope Technical Board and the Power Crane and Shovel AssociationAssociation

XLTXLT44XLT4XLTXLT4XLT

Starlift Xtra,Category 1

Flex-X 19,

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