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twin-path® slings in action - Hanes Supply, Inc

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YOUR SLING AND RIGGING SPECIALISTW<strong>in</strong>ch l<strong>in</strong>estHe Use of slInGs WItH a W<strong>Inc</strong>H lIneThe w<strong>in</strong>ch l<strong>in</strong>e itself should not be used as a choker to pick up apole or other objects. The hook attached on the end of the w<strong>in</strong>dl<strong>in</strong>e can cut deeply <strong>in</strong>to the rope itself. We recommend a separatel<strong>in</strong>e, sl<strong>in</strong>g or strap be used as the choker and not the basicw<strong>in</strong>ch l<strong>in</strong>e itself.booM sHeaVe RecoMMenDatIonsTo assure maximum efficiency and safety, the boom sheave diametershould be no less than eight (8) times the rope diameter.The sheave groove diameter should be no less than 10% greaterthan the rope diameter, and the groove should be round <strong>in</strong> shape– not V-shaped."DoUble block" sYsteMFor handl<strong>in</strong>g heavy loads (up to 14,880 lbs. – pad-mounted transformers,etc.) us<strong>in</strong>g 1" diameter Stable Braid w<strong>in</strong>ch l<strong>in</strong>es, withoutexceed<strong>in</strong>g R.W.L. of rope (7,440 lbs.), a Double Block System isrecommended.The system avoids the use of 1-1/4" diameter Stable Braid, whichlimits capacity of w<strong>in</strong>ch drum and/or sheave-size.Boom-tip w<strong>in</strong>ch drum(or sheave-lead<strong>in</strong>g frombase-mounted-w<strong>in</strong>ch)Derrick-boom-rated @ 14,520 lbs. max.(bare drum) – elevated @ 70°from horizontal.1" dia. rope(stable Braid)7,440 lb. RWL(one-leg)2-legs = 14,880 RWL –compatible with boommax. capacity: ie., Ropecannot be overloaded –beyond rope RWLeYe sPlIcInGEye splices at the end of w<strong>in</strong>ch l<strong>in</strong>es, (if not put <strong>in</strong> at the factory)should be done <strong>in</strong> strict accordance with the steps and proceduresManufacturers Splic<strong>in</strong>g Instructions under "Standard Eye Splice."This splice can be easily learned and executed by l<strong>in</strong>e crews andshop personnel. Assistance <strong>in</strong> splic<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>struction is availablethrough <strong>Hanes</strong> <strong>Supply</strong>. Tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Splic<strong>in</strong>g Kits, manuals, and toolscan be ordered through <strong>Hanes</strong> <strong>Supply</strong>.The Standard Eye Splice can't be pulled out under tension; it can,however, be pulled out by hand when <strong>in</strong> a relaxed state. To preventsuch tamper<strong>in</strong>g, it is recommended that stich lock<strong>in</strong>g or atight seiz<strong>in</strong>g be applied to the base or throat of the splice. Whensplic<strong>in</strong>g used rope, be sure to refer to the "Special Tips for Splic<strong>in</strong>gUsed Rope" <strong>in</strong> the Splic<strong>in</strong>g Manual.knotsSplic<strong>in</strong>g is, by far, the strongest and most efficient means of attachment.Knots should never be tied <strong>in</strong> a w<strong>in</strong>ch l<strong>in</strong>e if it can <strong>in</strong> anyway be avoided, as knots can reduce the strength of any rope (orwire) as much as 50%. Also, avoid sharp bends <strong>in</strong> the l<strong>in</strong>e wherepossible as this will also greatly reduce strength.stItcH lockInG eYe sPlIcesStitch lock<strong>in</strong>g may prove advantageous on some splices to preventno-load open<strong>in</strong>g due to mishandl<strong>in</strong>g.Material required – about one (1) fid length of Nylon Whipp<strong>in</strong>gTw<strong>in</strong>e approximately the same size as the strands <strong>in</strong> the size ropeyou are stitch lock<strong>in</strong>g. The same strands cut from the rope youare stitch lock<strong>in</strong>g may also be used, but whipp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>tw<strong>in</strong></strong>e is preferable.Instructions are <strong>in</strong> the Manufacturers Splic<strong>in</strong>g Manual.Boom drilled for eye-bolt(permanently <strong>in</strong>stalled) –to accomodate standardw<strong>in</strong>ch-l<strong>in</strong>e hook – asneeded.Removable Nylite "snatch-block" –stored <strong>in</strong> truck, for quick <strong>in</strong>stallationand removal – as needed.note: While the 2-legsystem does allow useof 1" dia. rope (vs 1-1/4"dia.) – it does require agreater length and results<strong>in</strong> slower lift<strong>in</strong>gspeeds.NOTE: Unless boom is equipped with "pole-grabber" claws – thissystem does not work well – when handl<strong>in</strong>g and sett<strong>in</strong>g poles – aspole can't be snubbed tightly aga<strong>in</strong>st jaws at end of boom.The result is that 1" diameter Stable Braid can be used – with as<strong>in</strong>gle leg, for most normal lift<strong>in</strong>g operations – (up to 7,440 lbs.) –and for heavy lifts up to 14,880 lbs.) us<strong>in</strong>g the double leg system– <strong>in</strong> both cases, observ<strong>in</strong>g approximate recommended workloads.UltRaVIolet – stRenGtH DeGRaDatIonProlonged exposure of synthetic ropes to Ultraviolet Radiation ofsunlight causes vary<strong>in</strong>g degrees of strength degradation. Someconcern has been created by various reports published on thissubject (and by erroneous <strong>in</strong>terpretations drawn from these reports).Polyester fibers are the least affected by ultraviolet exposure, andresult<strong>in</strong>g strength degradation of exposed fibers is negligible.Nylon is more susceptible to strength loss due to ultraviolet rays;but, with both fibers, the degree of susceptibility to ultraviolet damageis dependent upon the type of fiber, and the various ultraviolet<strong>in</strong>hibitors with which they are treated by the fiber manufacturer.The important po<strong>in</strong>t to note here is that ultraviolet rays have lowpenetration <strong>in</strong> synthetic fibers, thus it is only the outer surfacefibers that are affected.HaRMfUl cHeMIcalsCerta<strong>in</strong> chemicals will break down synthetic fibers. To be avoidedare sulfuric acids, alkalies, or chlor<strong>in</strong>ate hydrocarbons over 160°F;strong clean<strong>in</strong>g agents or bleaches may be harmful.HEADQUARTERS: 55 James E. Casey Drive • Buffalo, NY 14206 PHONE: 716.826.2636 FAX: 716.826.4412 www.hanessupply.com78

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