As the essential part of hoist, wire Rope are prone to wear as how often they use. But do you know whether it is time to change wire rope or not? KUNFENG® will provide you with comprehensive information about when to replace the wire rope slings.
As a preferred lifting device, there are many factors need to be considered:
Flexibility
Strength
Abrasion Resistance
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Why is it necessary to change wire rope hoist?
Considering the safety production, periodic maintenance for wire ropes are indispensable. For the more wire rope hoists are used, the heavier the load is, the faster they wear down.
So, when is wire rope replacement necessary?
Reduced Diameter
If the wear on individual wires exceeds 1/3 of their diameter, please replace wire rope.
Corrosion
Remove when widespread or spotted corrosion is present, or any other signs indicating significant rope degradation due to corrosion condition.
Kinks
Kinked wire ropes are caused by overload operation. And sections with kinks shoule be cut off or discarded.
As a leading enterprise in the field of Chinese engineering machinery lifting. We keep supply high quality cranes to customer and have detailed operation manual and preventive maintenance instructions. KunFeng® provide professional and thoughtful after-sales service, including one year warranty and consultation.