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SLING SELECTION<br />
& WORKING LOAD LIMITS<br />
CHAIN & SLING<br />
INSPECTION, USE & CARE<br />
HOW TO SELECT THE PROPER CHAIN SLING<br />
1. Determine the weight and configuration of the load(s) to be lifted.<br />
2. Determine the type of chain sling required, according to weight and configuration.<br />
3. Determine the size of the body chain according to the working load limits.<br />
Be sure to take into consideration the effect of the required angle (see diagram below).<br />
4. Determine the reach required to give the desired angle. This is measured from<br />
the upper bearing surface of the master link to the bearing surface of the lower attachment.<br />
5. Know share of load on pick points and location of center of gravity.<br />
WHAT DETERMINES A<br />
SLING’S WORKING LOAD LIMIT<br />
The working load limit of slings is based on the following factors:<br />
• Type of hitch<br />
• Material strength<br />
• Design factor<br />
• Diameter of curvature (D/d)<br />
• Angle of loading<br />
For specific information on the working load limit of various slings, see page 31.<br />
When using a sling, loads are frequently lifted at an angle. This can affect their working load limits.<br />
In the diagram to the right, the percentages shown represent the maximum working load limit<br />
of the sling when used at the designated angle.<br />
For example:<br />
One 3/8" Grade 80 double sling used at 90˚ would have a working load limit<br />
of 2 times the working load of a 3/8" Grade 80 single or 2 x 7, 100 lbs. = 14,200 lbs.<br />
The same double sling used at 35º would have a maximum working load limit<br />
of 57% of 14,200 lbs. or .57 x 14,200 lbs. = 8,094 lbs.<br />
Improper use, application or care of slings<br />
can result in injury or property damage.<br />
To avoid injury or damage:<br />
Never exceed the working load limit.<br />
Confirm the working load limit of all sling<br />
components are of equal or greater strength.<br />
Always inspect slings before use for wear,<br />
damage, and elongation. Refer to ANSI B30.9<br />
and OSHA regulations.<br />
Do not impact or shock load. Apply load slowly.<br />
Protect from corrosion and high temperatures.<br />
Use with alloy chain for overhead lifting.<br />
Do not use twisted, knotted or kinked chain.<br />
American National Standard ANSI B30.9, the National Association<br />
of Chain Manufacturers, and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration<br />
recommend only the use of alloy steel chain for overhead lifting i.e. for sling<br />
chain. Slings may be constructed by the user using CM Grades 80 or 100 Chain,<br />
CM alloy attachments and CM mechanical coupling links (Hammerloks ® ).<br />
Columbus McKinnon uses Grade 80 or 100 chain and alloy steel welded coupling<br />
links instead of Hammerloks for construction of welded slings. Refer to this catalog’s<br />
product overview sections for “Chain,” “Hooks” and “Rings and Links” for detailed<br />
information on components which may be used in the construction of slings.<br />
CHAIN & RIGGING ATTACHMENTS (CMRP-6)<br />
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