Steelite-12 is a 12 strand braided construction made with “Steelite” HMPE fibres. Steelite 12’s low elongation and high strength to weight ratio makes it a size for size strength match to steel wire rope. Its low weight makes it safe and easy to handle. The rope is torque neutral so it will not rotate under load. It will not lose strength when wet and has neutral buoyancy. Its open construction allows for easy visual inspection, with a simple splice for easy termination and repair. Steelite 12 is an ideal choice for more applications than we can even list here!
Bridon-Bekaert manufactured the cable assemblies and provided installation and tensioning equipment and assistance for the Newport City Bridge in Wales, UK.