Industrial steel wire ropes are used everywhere. They are necessary to set in motion load-lifting mechanisms, to maintain the necessary tension. Some defects of steel cables are incompatible with their further operation. Timely replacement will avoid an emergency at work.
Why Rope Breaks Occur
No matter how high quality and the rope would not be reliable, it will gradually wear out. Natural wear and tear occurs slowly and gradually. But, there is a whole list of reasons why the cable must be replaced if the following defects are detected:
- cable clamp and uneven twisting of the wire;
- destruction of the core of -for excessive loads;
- lack of lubrication leads to to the formation of loops;
- cable loosening, natural or premature wear.
Almost all defects result in to the fact that a complete replacement of the rope is required. Further operation is guaranteed to lead to a break and an emergency in production.
Long life tether
To keep the new rope from subjected to premature failure, it is necessary to strictly observe the simplest rules for its operation. Do not lift excessively heavy loads that are not designed by the cable manufacturer. Timely replenishment of lubricant is another element of protection. In general, check the winding mechanism regularly to ensure that it does not cause creases. Once a season, clean the surface of the cable from old grease and dirt, dust and abrasive particles adhering to it.
