wire rope Info Series.
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Measuring Rope Diameter
Learn more about how to measure wire ropes.
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Rope Grade Explained
Understanding rope grade is essential in the selection & specification of wire ropes.
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Fibre v Steel Core Ropes
Wire ropes can be comprised of different cores. This guide covers the differences between wire & fibre cores.
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Rope Lay Explained
Rope lay and direction play an important role in how a rope will perform in any given application.
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Storage Best Practice
This guide aims to help you keep your ropes in optimal condition when storing.
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General Wire Rope Abbreviations
Learn the different rope related abbreviations.
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Using Beckett / Pulling Eyes for rope installation
Pulling eyes are regularly attached or formed at the end of a wire rope to facilitate installation.
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Wire Rope Abbreviations
Understand wire rope designations & the types of wire rope.
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Use of Steel Wire Rope in Low Temperatures
Ropes supplied by Bridon are anticipated to find application in sub-zero temperatures.