A polyester sling is produced from 100% polyester raw material with special weaving systems. It is one of the most preferred auxiliary equipment in the industry sector. Due to the light structure of the products, they are easy to transport and have high operating safety. The slings, manufactured per the international EN 1492-1 or EN 1492-2 norm, offer 100% product safety in cargo transportation. Polyester slings should be used and stored according to the instructions in the user manual.
What is Considered in the Maintenance and Repair of Polyester Slings?
Polyester sling routine checks and tests should only be done by experts. Maintenance and repairs of slings should be done in 3-month periods, especially in enterprises with the intense workload.
- Depending on the frequency of use, the cloth sling should be checked by experts at least once a year.
- If any, defects should be detected during the controls.
- The identification label of the sling must be complete and legible.
- Damages caused by chemical effects caused by humidity and temperature settings should be checked.
- Checks made should be recorded.
- If a malfunction is detected in the slings, they should be taken out of service immediately and stored in a separate place.
What Should Be Considered When Using Polyester Slings?
The polyester sling continues to maintain its performance for many years when the instructions for use are followed. Let’s examine the user manual.
- Straps should be stored in a dry, moisture-free environment.
- They should not be exposed to sunlight.
- Straps need to be kept away from high temperatures.
- They should not be exposed to the risk of jamming or crushing.
- Contact with liquid chemicals should not be allowed.
- Straps exposed to salt water should be left to dry in a shaded area after washing with warm water.
- Slings wet with water should be dried in a natural environment. They are not suitable for drying with a dryer.
- Polyester slings should be especially protected from flame.
- Slings that are worn for any reason, the tag is damaged or torn, the weaving is damaged, and the slings exposed to acid should never be used.
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