Slings

Improve your recovery efforts with Zip’s AW Direct’s wide selection of round slings. We offer products from All-Grip, B/A Products, Lift-All and more to provide strong yet light alternatives to chain. We have several lengths available to suit your operation, and color-coding helps identify the working load limit of each.

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Zip's Endless Loop Round Slings

Zips Endless Round Slings feature a Safety Factor of 5:1. The inner core is made from high-tensile polyester fiber to provide the maximum possible strength. Each sling is color coded according to capacity. See drop down menu for available lengths. See chart for sling capacity.

$6.99 – $347.99

RimSling Spliced Eye Synthetic Recovery Slings

Make your recoveries easier with The RimSling! This synthetic rope sling is designed slimmer yet has a higher . The RimSling has a protective Cordura Sleeve over the entire sling giving it maximum protection. Also, it has a special braid guard at the center of the sling providing extended life. A 6" sling eye is located on either end of the sling. The RimSling is also Made in the USA!

$134.99 – $789.99

Lift-All Tuflex Endless Loop Eye Slings

These Eye Slings feature a texturized, abrasion-resistant nylon jacket that covers the sling body where abrasion is a problem. Maintains the basic Tuflex features and forms two color-coded lifting eyes. Meets ASME-B30.9 standards and regulations. Read details on pg. 7 and 8 in brochure.

$18.99 – $135.99

Lift-All Tuflex Endless Loop Round Slings

Endless synthetic slings are made from a continuous loop of polyester and jacketed in a double layer of polyester. Internal red warning fibers alert you of damage should the sling become torn or damaged.

$10.99 – $366.99

Zip's Endless Loop Eye Slings

Zip's Eye/Eye Round Slings feature a Safety Factor of 5:1. The inner core is made from high-tensile polyester fiber to provide the maximum possible strength. Each sling is color coded according to capacity. See drop down menu for available lengths. See chart for sling capacity.

$13.99 – $70.99

B/A Products Endless Loop Round Slings

Synthetic endless round slings are lightweight and pliable for easy rigging and storage. They are made from polyester yarn covered by a double wall tubular jacket. They are seamless and have a soft cover that won't scratch a load's surface. Slings are color-coded for different capacities to be more convenient when you need to make a fast decision on the job.

$14.99 – $433.99

B/A Products Endless Loop Synthetic Super Sling Recovery Slings

These B/A Synthetic Super Slings are super strong, versatile and are offered in 4 sizes to suit your individual needs. They are an endless loop style with a full length floating protective sleeve that provides protection against damage and wear to the sling.

$102.99 – $542.99

SafeAll Endless Loop Round Slings

Synthetic Round Slings from SafeAll are a game-changer when it comes to heavy-duty lifting and recovery. These slings are crafted with precision, using high-quality fibers that deliver unmatched strength, durability and safety. Whether you're in construction, manufacturing, transportation or towing, our synthetic Roundslings are the perfect solution.

$7.99 – $382.99

Zip's Recovery Straps - 2 Ply

Zips Recovery Straps offer strength while also conforming and supporting load. This creates an environment for easier and more efficient recoveries. The sewn cordura sleeve on the eye offers added protection against tears and abrasions.

$32.99 – $464.99

Lift-All Tuff Edge II Double Ply Web Sling

These straps are made from durable Tuff-Edge II material that resists cuts and abrasions. Choose the single-ply versions for lighter loads or the double-ply versions that have higher WLL ratings for heavier loads.

$12.99 – $43.99

Zip's Recovery Straps with Cordura Sleeve - 2 Ply

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply for Specific Items

$83.99 – $484.99

All-Grip Endless Loop Eye Sling

Color-coded by working load limit, the All-Grip Endless Loop Eye Sling gives you a high amount of convenience. With a working load limit of up to 21,200 pounds (check the drop-down menu for more information), you can take on a heavy load with ease. Because it’s made of polyester, those heavy loads won’t get scrapes and damage from the sling.

$19.99 – $305.99

Zip's Flat Strap Eye Sling - 2 Ply

Zips Flat Strap Eye Slings have a Sewn Eye Loop at each end of the strap and built with 2 ply construction. These recovery straps are used for lifting and recovery on scenes of accidents. They have multiple rigging options which include vertical rigging, choker rigging, and basket rigging.

$14.99 – $116.99

SafeAll Armor Angles

The Armor Angle from SafeAll is a new poly corner protector for use when uplifting semi trailers. The hard 90-degree plate protects recovery straps from sharp and jagged edges and adds structural integrity to compromised trailer roofs. Each piece includes five holes, three for handling and two circular options to connect bungee cords to hold the strap in place.

$329.99 – $1,189.99

SafeAll Endless Loop Eye Slings

This Eye & Eye Round Sling from SafeAll is made from high-tensile polyester fiber offering a safety factory of 5:1, meaning the Minimum Break Strength is rated five times greater than its Working Load Limit (WLL). This built-in strength protects against load shock and increases safety for the user.

$14.99 – $77.99

Zip's Heavy Duty Endless Loop Round Sling Kit

Zip's 12 piece round sling kit. This kit features 12 slings of various lengths and ratings to meet your needs. Complete this kit with the 124002706Z screw pin shackle kit.

$849.99

B/A Products 18" x 2" Cordura Sleeve

Corner protectors are a must for all straps that contact loads. A seemingly dull edge can become a knife when the strap is put in tension. This part can be used to replace Part Numbers: 270412, 270SLEEVE, 38-CP4.

$5.99

RimSling Spliced Eye Ultimate Kinetic Recovery Rope

RimSling Ultimate Kinetic Recovery Ropes (UKRR) are high quality recovery tool. The kinetic recovery ropes are weather and abrasion resistant making them perfect for vehicle recovery in the worst conditions. The Ultimate Recovery Ropes from RimSling provide a pulling vehicle to efficiently transfer kinetic energy to a vehicle that is stuck via a smooth yanking motion. The rope stretches up to 20% under nominal load and 30% under max strength rating. These ropes take that stretch and smoothly transfer the kinetic energy from the pulling vehicle to the stuck vehicle.

$129.99 – $2,399.99

B/A Products Single Ply Flat Eye Slings

Please Note: Product Discontinued - ALL SALES FINAL!

$23.99

B/A Products Web Sling Protector Cover Pads

These Web Sling Protectors are a must for all straps that contact loads. These pads will protect your strap from sharp edges and wear abrasion. These heavy duty sleeves can be placed anywhere on your strap because of their Velcro closure.

$64.99

RimSling Spliced Eye Synthetic Shipping Container Slings

Container Slings from RimSling can be used in a variety of ways to move, load and organize shipping containers around a dock, in a storage facility or between customers. The sling's flexible, narrow profile can slip through the container's corner pocket, and the 6" spliced eyes can be brought back together for a basket lift of up to 37,040 lbs. A special rubberized guard is also available to slide to the lift point to prevent unnecessary wear and stress to the sling.

$414.99 – $439.99

Lift-All Edge Defender Flex Plus Protective Sleeve

Our new Edge Defender Flex Plus made with DyneemaT fiber woven to provide cut protection for a variety of edges and surfaces, commonly used with recovery straps. The 'Flex Plus' is the addition of a double-plied layer of Dyneema with Kevlar aramid binding. These pads are thinner, lighter, and more flexible than the standard Lift-All Edge Defender, yet maintain the same level of cut protection performance. The Edge Defender Flex Plus is well suited for handling loads with a straight, curved or non-uniform shaped edge, including coil handling applications.

$23.99 – $32.99

RimSling Velcro Protective Cordura Sleeve

Extend the life of your synthetic sling or synthetic winch line with this adjustable sleeve from RimSling. Available in four sizes, this flexible sleeve features a hook-and-loop closure, so it can be positioned anywhere along the length of the rope or line to provide precise protection.

$12.99 – $29.99

All-Grip Endless Loop Plasma Recovery Sling

The All-Grip Endless Loop Plasma Recovery Sling is very durable. Not only does it have better internal abrasion resistance, but it also has an advanced high-modulus polyethylene fiber construction making it stronger and ready to tough out your job. To add to it, it’s also corrosion-resistant. Even if there is damage to it, it’s easy to splice, inspect and repair, and there’s a very low risk of recoil if it snaps in the middle of a job.

$143.99 – $344.99

Zip's Flat Strap Eye Sling - 1 Ply

Zips 1 Ply Flat Eye Sling Straps have a Sewn Eye Loop at each end of the strap. These recovery straps are used for lifting and recovery on scenes of accidents. They have multiple rigging options which include vertical rigging, choker rigging, and basket rigging.

$6.99 – $54.99

AW Direct Elite Series Spliced Eye Synthetic Recovery Slings

Please Note: Product Discontinued - ALL SALES FINAL!

Discontinued items are not eligible for return. View Returns Policy

Gain the strength of steel and the flexibility of synthetic rope with AW Direct s new Elite Series Rope Slings. These blue synthetic rope slings feature a woven eye on each end for versatility and a sliding cordura outer sleeve for added protection. At the middle, a special polyester braided guard wraps the rope for extra layer of defense against cuts and snags. These extremely durable slings can be used for vertical lifting, as a choker or as a basket.

Zip's Tip: Tie a zip-tie on the eye of the sling to help feed the rope through the aluminum wheel holes!

Woven Eyes with Locking Brummel Splice
Polyester Braided Guard at Center of Sling
Full Length Cordura Sleeve
Newly Designed Safety Tag
5:1 Safety Factor

Rated for Overhead Lifting

Available in the following sizes

Item #	Size	Length	Vertical (lbs)	Choker (lbs)
AWS3806	3/8" - 3,500 lbs	6'	3,500	2,500
AWS1206	1/2" - 6,100 lbs	6'	6,100	4,300
AWS5808	5/8" - 9,500 lbs	8'	9,500	6,700
AWS5810	5/8" - 9,500 lbs	10'	9,500	6,700
AWS3408	3/4" - 11,600 lbs	8'	11,600	8,100
AWS3410	3/4" - 11,600 lbs	10'	11,600	8,100

$82.99 – $189.99

Zip's Medium Duty Endless Loop Round Sling Kit

Get your rigging or recovery job done right with the easy and convenience of round slings. This kit, from Zip's, includes 8 endless round slings; two 4 and 6 foot yellow slings with a 16,800 lb. work load limit and two 8 and 12 foot red slings with a 26,400 lb. work load limit. All of these slings are made from polyester yarn covered by a double wall tubular jacket. They are seamless and have a soft cover that won't scratch a loads surface. They are light weight and pliable for easy rigging and storage.

$219.99

B/A Products 2 Ply Recovery Strap

B/A's recovery straps are the premier straps in the industry. Made from double ply webbing, they offer the best in strength, yet this soft pliable webbing conforms and supports the load - making your recovery job easier. All straps are made with heavy duty polyester and have lined eyes for superior wear protection.

$102.99 – $480.99

SafeAll Recovery Sling

Designed for pulling and recovery jobs, the Power Series Recovery Sling from SafeAll is a synthetic alternative for your needs. Thanks to its synthetic nature, the sling has a few benefits that chain lacks. First up is the fact that it is less likely to scratch what it is lifting. Secondly, this lightweight sling is easier to carry than traditional chain. This makes it easier to take with you around the work site. Not to mention, this lightweight nature allows it to float in water, making it easier to work with in a variety of environments.

$104.99 – $269.99

All-Grip Corner Protector Cordura Sleeve

Built to protect your straps and synthetic slings from damage, this protective Cordura sleeve is sold by the foot. This means that you can get the protective covering you need for your straps. Plus, it’s made in the USA.

$2.99 – $4.99

All-Grip Cable Tieback Sling

1” in diameter and 3’ long, the All-Grip Cable Tieback Sling is soft and pliable. It has a small eye on each end and is only .75 pounds. This makes it a reliable sling that is easy to take with you.

$34.99

Zip's Tie-Down Strap Protective Sleeve

Protect your 2" tie-down straps with this protective sleeve from Zips. The sleeve features padded material to keep sharp objects from cutting the webbing and an easy placement/removal velcro strip. Each Zips protective sleeve provides 24" of coverage to protect your tie-down straps.

$2.99

B/A Products Spliced Eye Synthetic Super Sling Recovery Slings

These B/A Synthetic Super Slings are super strong, versatile and are offered in 4 sizes to suit your individual needs. They Have an Eye on each end and have a full length floating protective sleeve that provides protection against damage and wear to the sling. Please Note: Product Discontinued - ALL SALES FINAL! Discontinued items are not eligible for return. View Returns Policy

$160.99 – $367.99

B/A Products Recovery Straps w/ Cordura Sleeves 2 Ply

Please Note: Product Discontinued - ALL SALES FINAL!

$139.99 – $752.99

Zip's Recovery Strap - 1 Ply

$22.99 – $252.99

All-Grip Corner Protector Nylon Web Sleeve w/ Velcro Closure

Durable is just the starting point for the All-Grip Corner Protector Nylon Web Sleeve w/ Velcro Closure. This nylon sleeve can be placed anywhere on the web body to provide maximum protection. With a 3/16” thickness, it’s tough to penetrate and very resistant to abrasions. Finally, its velcro closure keeps it right where you need it to be.

$17.99 – $81.99

Lift-All Standard-Duty Tow-All Strap, 1 or 2 Ply

These straps are made of weather-resistant polyester that won't scratch vehicle surfaces. The elastic property of the nylon webbing delivers extra pulling power, with a Cordura® -reinforced eye on each end for excellent hold. The 2"W straps are easy to handle and store. Choose between single ply and double ply.

$37.99 – $87.99

B/A Products 12" Steel Recovery Strap Triangle

The highly durable 12" Steel Triangle is an excellent addition to nearly any type of vehicle recovery job. Offering optimal reliability for where you need it the most, this durable piece of yellow zinc steel is more than capable of providing you with exactly the kind of strength you need to get the job done right. It can easily handle a working load limit of 32,000 lbs., making it a great tool to have around for the vehicle towing job.

$696.99

All-Grip Recovery Strap 2 Ply

Sometimes simpler is better, which is why the All-Grip Recovery Strap Standard Two-Ply is so good. This simple, nylon strap has a working load limit of up to 68,200 pounds. See the drop-down menu for more information. Plus, with how flexible it is, you can do a wide variety of different lifts without damaging your load.

$104.99 – $519.99

Lift-All Tuff Edge II Double Ply Heavy-Duty Sling with Lined Eyes

Two ply 21,400-lb. basket WLL for 2"W straps 28,600-lb. basket WLL for 3"W straps Heavy-Duty Tow-All Strap with Tuff-Edge II material stands up to dirt, sharp edges and abrasion better than standard duty straps. The smooth webbing provides strong pulling power yet won't scratch vehicle surfaces like chain can. Plus it's easier to handle and store than chain. The strap has a Cordura? reinforced eye on each end.

$60.99 – $134.99

All-Grip Corner Protector Fire Hose Sleeve

The All-Grip Corner Protector Fire Hose Sleeve is extremely durable and made of the same material as fire hoses. While it doesn’t have a rubber liner, this woven polyester sleeve will offer strong protection for your straps against sharp corners and abrasions.

$3.99

SafeAll Heavy Duty Endless Loop Round Sling Kit

Heavy-duty recoveries need heavy-duty rigging. That’s why seasoned wrecker operators outfit their heavies and rotators with this Endless Loop Round Sling Kit from SafeAll. Nothing smaller than 8,400-lb. capacity, this kit offers the Working Load Limits (WLL) required to lift, pull and upright the commercial trucks they encounter on a daily basis.

$934.99

Lift-All Tuff Edge Single Ply Sling

This heavy-duty, single-ply websling from Lift-All is made from durable Tuff-Edge II material that resists cuts and abrasions. Choose from three widths and six lengths. Capacity increases with width.

$10.99 – $49.99

Lift-All Wire Rope Sling

Available in a variety of diameters and lengths, our affordable wire rope slings can be used for a variety of applications. From recovery work to lifting, these steel core slings are a great addition to your tool box.

$21.99 – $39.99

All-Grip Heavy Duty Endless Loop Round Sling Kit

Made in the USA, the All-Grip Heavy Duty Endless Loop Round Sling Kit has the slings you need for a variety of lifts. Twelve different slings are included, each of them color-coded to signify their working load limit. Plus, they are made of polyester fibers that are protected by a double-web thick sleeve.

$869.99

WreckMaster Nylon Slide-On Wear Pad Sleeves

Wear pads are required anytime your recovery straps come in contact with an angle to prevent cuts and fiber lock. Extend the life of your straps. These super strength high fiber wear pads minimize damage from abrasion and sharp edges. Closures made for quick and easy installation, even when the straps are in place.

$7.99 – $76.99

All-Grip Recovery Nylon Slings

This is a nylon recovery sling. With a wide variety of tie-down options and 19 sizes, the All-Grip Recovery Nylon Sling will be sure to make a great addition to your set.

$23.99 – $115.99

Lift-All Tuff Edge II Single Ply Heavy-Duty Sling with Lined Eyes

Heavy-Duty Tuff-Edge II material stands up to dirt, shape edges and abrasions better than standard-duty straps. The smooth webbing provides strong pulling power, yet won't scratch vehicles surfaces like chain can. Plus, these Pulling Straps are easier to handle and store than chains. Straps feature a Cordura?-reinforced eye on each end. Blue-coated polymer edges are 30% more resistant to edge cutting.

$35.99 – $111.99

Lift-All Super Heavy-Duty Recovery Strap, 2 Ply, Tuff-Edge II

The straps all have tapered eyes and come in four lengths, 16'L for tanker recovery, 20'L for all-around use, and 26'L or 30'L for trailer, bus and high-cube work. Choose the single-ply versions for lighter loads or the double-ply versions that have higher WLL ratings for heavier loads.

$233.99 – $830.99

All-Grip Eye and Eye Wire Rope Slings

These All-Grip Wire Rope Eye & Eye Slings are also known as wire rope chokers. They are fabricated from extra improved plow steel (EIPS) which is a tough, durable steel combining great strength with high resistance to fatigue with less vulnerability to damages from edges. These wire rope slings have spliced eyes at each end and they are all made in the USA. Eyes are formed using a Flemish eye splice and swaged sleeve. Available in diameters of 3/8" through 1", these cable slings can be used in a variety of vertical lifting and rigging scenarios.

$14.99 – $391.99

Zip's Endless Loop Slings and Chain Capacity Decal

This is a replacement decal which gives you the ratings for endless loop slings and chains.

$62.40

Lift-All Heavy-Duty Recovery Strap, Single Ply, Tuff-Edge II

The straps all have tapered eyes and come in four lengths - 16'L for tanker recovery, 20'L for all-around use, and 26'L or 30'L for trailer, bus and high-cube work. Choose the single-ply versions for lighter loads or the double-ply versions that have higher WLL ratings for heavier loads.

$135.99 – $478.99

All-Grip Corner Protector Synthetic Leather Sleeve w/ Velcro Closure

Durable is just the starting point for the All-Grip Corner Protector Synthetic Leather Sleeve with a Velcro Closure. This heavy-duty synthetic leather sleeve can be placed anywhere on the web body to provide maximum protection. With a 3/16” thickness, it’s tough to penetrate and very resistant to abrasions. Finally, its velcro closure keeps it right where you need it to be.

$43.99 – $81.99

All-Grip Recovery Strap Standard Single Ply

Item#	Size	Length	WLL (lbs.)
WS-TS1-980220	2"	20'	3,100V, 2,480C, 6,200B
WS-TS1-980226	2"	26'	3,100V, 2,480C, 6,200B
WS-TS1-980420	4"	20'	6,200V, 4,960C, 12,400B
WS-TS1-980426	4"	26'	3,100V, 2,480C, 6,200B
WS-TS1-980430	4"	30'	3,100V, 2,480C, 6,200B
WS-TS1-980616	6"	16'	9,300V, 7,400C, 18,600B
WS-TS1-980620	6"	20'	9,300V, 7,400C, 18,600B
WS-TS1-980626	6"	26'	9,300V, 7,400C, 18,600B
WS-TS1-980816	8"	16'	11,800V, 9,440C, 23,600B
WS-TS1-980820	8"	20'	11,800V, 9,440C, 23,600B
WS-TS1-980826	8"	26'	11,800V, 9,440C, 23,600B
WS-TS1-980832	8"	32'	11,800V, 9,440C, 23,600B
WS-TS1-981216	12"	16'	17,600V, 14,080C, 35,200B
WS-TS1-981220	12"	20'	17,600V, 14,080C, 35,200B
WS-TS1-981226	12"	26'	17,600V, 14,080C, 35,200B

$93.99 – $369.99

B/A Products Guardian Angle

The Guardian Angle by B/A Products provides reinforcement to the corners of trailer or box trucks when up righting overturns with synthetic web slings. This product provides a smooth surface for synthetic web slings to contact and slide allowing the strap to find home when tension is applied reducing the possibility of the strap catching on a 90 degree edge of your typical aluminum angle and rolling it away from the trailer. The rounded edge also helps to eliminate cut or torn straps. This product includes a safety catch strap and ratchet to keep the angle from falling and causing property damage or injury.

$246.99 – $370.99

All-Grip Recovery Strap w/ Cordura Edges 2 Ply

When you buy a strap, you want to make sure it’ll last. That’s why the two-ply All-Grip Recovery Strap with Cordura Edges was designed to be as durable as possible. With eyes that are reinforced with abrasive-resistant material, you can count on them holding up no to sharp edges and tears. Plus, it can handle up to 68,200 pounds depending on the hold. Check the drop-down menu for more information.

$447.99 – $814.99

Lift-All KeyFlex Endless Loop Round Slings

These Roundslings conform to the shape of the load while the soft cover protects the load surface. Double wall cover is UV protected to extend sling life. Made with high-strength Aramid load-bearing yarns with contrasting core colors to signal sling damage.

$98.99 – $140.99

All-Grip Cable Slings w/ Thimbles

This cable sling with thimbles is meant to hold up. Not only is it made of extra improved steel (EIPS), which is tough, durable and has a high fatigue resistance, it also comes with an independent wire rope core (IWRC). This gives it better resistance to crushing and distortion, making it much more durable.

$65.99 – $119.99

WreckMaster Heavy Duty Recovery Package

The most complete package for those heavy recoveries. Includes two recovery straps, 4 wear pads and the WreckMaster Wrinkle.

$1,479.99

WreckMaster Heavy Duty Recovery Strap

These high quality 2 ply recovery straps are made from polyester fibers to reduce the amount of stretch when fully loaded. The WreckMaster heavy duty recovery straps with 2 ply thickness was designed to be used in the uprighting and recovery of empty or loaded tractor trailers. Large trucks and motor coaches are also ideal vehicles for this strap while employing the "Christmas Wrap" method. Sold individually.

$143.99 – $346.99

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Slings Buying Guide

Slings are one of the most versatile tools for lifting, rigging, and recovery. From towing companies to construction crews and even recreational users, the right sling provides the strength and flexibility to safely move, lift, or pull heavy loads. At Zip’s, we carry a full selection of truck slings, towing slings, ATV and UTV slings, and lifting slings to meet a wide variety of applications.

Why Choose Slings for Lifting and Recovery

Slings offer a safer and more adaptable alternative to chains or wire rope in many situations. They are lightweight, easy to handle, and available in multiple materials such as synthetic, polyester, and nylon. Whether you’re securing a vehicle for transport, pulling an ATV out of a trail, or lifting equipment in an industrial setting, slings provide dependable strength while helping protect the load’s surface.

Typical applications include:

Vehicle recovery and towing
Off-road pulling with ATVs and UTVs
Industrial lifting and rigging tasks
Shop and warehouse use for moving equipment

With load capacities ranging from small recreational pulls to heavy-duty industrial lifts, slings can be matched to the exact job requirements.

Types of Slings Available

Because every job is different, we stock multiple styles and configurations of slings. Browse our sub-categories to find the best match:

Chain Slings: designed for heavy-duty lifting in rugged conditions.
Rope Slings: lightweight and flexible, ideal for multipurpose rigging.
Round Slings: endless loop designs that balance durability with load protection.
Cable Slings: steel wire construction for hoisting and pulling applications.
Web Slings and Recovery Straps: synthetic options for both lifting and vehicle recovery.
Sling Accessories: hardware and fittings to customize your setup.

Each style offers unique benefits, allowing you to choose based on strength requirements, load type, and environment.

Trusted Brands in Slings

Zip’s partners with leading manufacturers to ensure every sling meets industry standards for safety and performance. Popular names include Zip’s, SafeAll, RimSling, All-Grip, B/A Products, and Lift-All. With a broad selection of sizes, materials, and configurations, these brands deliver solutions trusted by professionals across multiple industries.

Expert Resources and Sling Safety

Understanding sling safety and proper use is essential. To help, we’ve created educational resources to guide your decision-making:

Identify & Fix Damage to Lifting Slings

Choosing The Right Lifting Sling for The Right Situation

These guides explain how to inspect slings for damage, choose the right material, and apply the correct lifting method.

FAQ: Slings

What materials are slings made from?
Slings are commonly made from polyester, nylon, synthetic webbing, wire rope, or alloy chain, depending on the application. Each material offers different strengths and flexibilities.

Are slings only used for towing?
No. While vehicle recovery is a common use, slings are also widely used in construction, utility work, warehousing, and manufacturing for lifting and rigging tasks.

How do I know which sling to choose?
The best choice depends on the load type, working environment, and lifting method. For example, polyester slings provide low stretch, nylon slings offer flexibility for shock absorption, and steel cable or chain slings handle extreme loads.

Do slings require regular inspection?
Yes. Slings should be inspected before every use. Look for fraying, cuts, corrosion, or hardware damage. Any sling showing signs of wear should be removed from service immediately.