Tie Down Chains

October 1, 2019 Below is a general reference for calculating Tie-Downs from Peerless Chain. Many factors affect the proper method of cargo securement including the length and type of the cargo to be secured. Refer to the most recent revision of The Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations Title 49 CFR392~393 in USA or CCMTA – NSC10 in CANADA [Read more…]

OK, You’ve fallen, NOW WHAT?

October 1, 2019 FREE yourself. In a matter of seconds, go from this: To this: When you’re suspended after a fall, every second matters. When the clock starts ticking, you need a rescue plan you can count on to rescue you quickly and efficiently. The DBI-SALA® Self-Rescue unit is your rescue plan: a flexible device that attaches to [Read more…]

How to unreel, uncoil and store wire rope

October 1, 2019 There is always a danger of kinking a wire rope if you improperly unreel or uncoil it. You should mount a reel on jacks or a turntable so that it will revolve as you pull the rope off. Apply sufficient tension by means of a board acting as a brake against the reel flange to [Read more…]