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Slings used with fittings shall be compatible with the fittings used. The lifting capacity shall be rated at the lower of the sling or fitting. Fitting openings shall be of the proper shape and size to assure that the sling will seat properly”. In other words, the diameters of most commercially available hardware are sufficient for use with a Twin-Path® sling of equal capacity. For many customers, this could mean upgrading to alloy shackles, or wide body shackles to achieve the Working Load Limit (WLL) required.
See chart below for full hardware selection and bending radius considerations.
Although Bishop Lifting strives to manufacture and sell the highest quality rigging and safety gear, use of the gear is dangerous if not used correctly by competent trained professionals. Bishop Lifting disclaims any liability resulting from the misuse of its rigging and safety gear. Please take a moment to more thoroughly review our disclaimer.
Bishop Lifting rigging and safety gear is only intended to be used by competent trained professionals. Misuse of the rigging and safety gear can result in serious injury up to and including loss of life. As such, Bishop Lifting disclaims liability for any misuse or incorrect product selection by our customers.
Rigging and safety gear purchased from Bishop Lifting should be used in strict accordance with all industry and OSHA standards. At no time should rigging or safety gear be used beyond its certified load ratings (aka Working Load Limits). Normal wear and tear should be expected with use of rigging and safety gear; therefore, all gear should be thoroughly inspected before each and every use. Worn or unsafe rigging and safety gear should never be used.