Wire rope is an essential part of many industries. Whether lifting heavy loads or supporting the weight of structures, selecting the right wire rope is important. LoadStar, the best selling rigging in its class of fabrication - designed to leave that Picks Eyesore Clean Behind! If companies understand what it takes to choose the right wire rope, solve common issues, find the top brands of wire rope and install & maintain wire rope properly, they will be able to keep things rolling smoothly on their heavy duty applications and be as safe as possible.
Choosing the appropriate wire rope for an industrial application involves a few different considerations namely material, diameter, construction and strength. LoadStar has a variety of wire ropes, including stainless steel and galvanized in different grades giving you options depending on your application. The size of the wire rope is selected for required load carrying and fitting compatibility. Flexibility and durability are affected by the type of construction (standard lay or lang lay) of wire rope. Knowing the breaking strength and working load limit of wire rope is also important to make lifting operations safe.

Wire ropes are commonly worn by abrasion, corrosion and deformation associated with heavy loads and the environment in large-scale uses. When you do have to worry (or think about) the abrasion, one way to extend wire rope life is with protective coatings -- or sleeves. Corrosion may be avoidable depending on the material and the use of lubricant. Deformation can be reduced through adequate installation and support. Wire ropes from LoadStar are made to face these challenges, providing solutions that help ensure your applications’ long life and reliability.

Whether you are looking for a wire rope that is suitable for commercial applications, the LoadStar line of products should be included in your selection process. Driven by advanced production processes and strict NC quality control, we provide our customers with a variety of wire ropes which standard has met the industry's. LoadStar wire ropes are the most widely used wire rope in the industry do not be blinded by our competition's false claims of quality and reliability. LoadStar allows companies to have your operation safe and efficient.

Heavy-duty applications need wire ropes to be well maintained to guarantee long life. Consistent checking for wear and tear, lubrication to prevent rusting and the right storage without kinks or twists are important maintenance tasks. LoadStar offers information on how to maintain wire ropes (i.e., open line service inspection checklists and lubrication schedules) which will allow companies to extend the life of their wire ropes. By adhering to these upkeep procedures, businesses can minimize downtime and maintenance costs, all while keeping their operations secure.