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Specialist marine rope provider helps install 1,110 tonne permanent living module on Dolphin Platform
A new self-monitoring fibre rope is being developed by Wolffkran and Trowis
American Wire Rope & Sling acquired by Bishop Lifting Products
The rise of synthetic rope continues, although demand for wire rope remains strong. Christian Shelton reports
Casar Australia supplies wire rope for Favelle Favco’s M2480D
Van Beest launches new sizes for Green Pin Tycan fibre lifting chain
The properties of synthetic rope are making it an appealing alternative to wire rope argues DSM Dyneema, the creator of Dyneema fibre used in rope. Christian Shelton investigates
FEM guidelines are an early important step in advancing the widespread application of synthetic fibre ropes in the crane and construction markets. Christian Shelton reports
A goliath crane in Denmark has been re-roped with galvanised Turboplast from Casar
A synthetic fibre sling for recovery tow applications has been launched by Samson
MacGregor’s FibreTrac offshore knuckle boom crane will be supplied with a synthetic fibre hoist rope from Lankhorst made with Dyneema fibre
The application of synthetic fibre hoist ropes is expanding and Cris Seidenather at Lebus International Engineers offers advice on how easy winch refurbishment can be
Technical committee of FEM product group Cranes and Lifting Equipment is working on a set of guidelines for the safe use of hoist ropes made from synthetic fibres
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published a revised version of its publication, Guidance on wire rope integrity management for vessels in the offshore industry
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Rope is available in steel, synthetic and even hybrid versions. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages. Laura Hatton investigates
Bridon, a manufacturer of steel and fibre rope, will host a series of technical seminars about offshore rope technology
With increased usage of ropes made from synthetics, replacement criteria for ropes are a key topic of concern in the lifting industry. Laura Hatton reports
Synthetic fibre rope manufacturer Samson announced that Andrea Sturm will be appointed as the company’s new chief executive officer from 1 January 2016
Members of EWRIS and DSV have raised concern over the approach to rope selection as per European Standard EN 13001-3-2 on the grounds of safety
Manufacturer of synthetic ropes Samson has released a technical bulletin regarding tension fatigue testing on ropes made using synthetic fibres