Webslings wrapped around an I Beam

HungryDinosaur_imported · Feb 7, 2024

Hi All,

One of the workshops I visited had a lifting beam and web slings. The lift beam is made from a I-Beam. The web sling has been wrapped around 1 or 2 times as the sling is long. Can you please advise

1. Is wrapping of a web sling permitted around a I-Beam, even if the edges on the beam are protected?
2. Is there any edge radius limitations on the web sling?

I am more keen to refer to a standard which specifically mentions this. Anyone can guide me to the particular standard if there is?

Thanks in advance.

HD

DAVIDSTECKER · Feb 7, 2024

When dealing with soft lines, I usually try to stay with at least a 10:1 D to d ratio.
Although we regularly use shackle to connect to the eyes of a sling which is nowhere near that ratio.
I would think that the sling manufacturers would have guidelines on their web sites.

EdStainless · Feb 7, 2024

Different sling materials have very different properties and restrictions.
You need to get information from the sling manufacturer.
does this shop have a quality program?
If so then they should have a procedure that addresses sling usage.

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bboyCliffary · Mar 20, 2024

I would try starting with ASME B30.20, "Below-the-hook Lifting Devices"

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