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Maximize Wire Rope Life with Best Practices Years of field experience have shown that wire rope life can be maximized by using the right lubricants combined with the right application method. Companies that have recognized the importance of proper wire rope lubrication and adopted best practices have gained a huge advantage by lengthening wire rope life, eliminating costly replacements and improving safety. Factors that influence wire rope life and performance include type of operation, care and environment. Two problems include wear and corrosion. Wear is accelerated by stress-loading; shock-loading; heavy, jerking loads; or rapid acceleration or deceleration (speed of the cable stopping and starting). Corrosion is caused by fumes, acids, salt brines, sulfur, gases, salt air, and humidity; and can be accelerated by elevated temperatures. The right type and quantity of lubricant will protect the wire rope from degradation, regardless of cause. Key performance attributes to look for in a wire rope lubricant are wear resistance and corrosion prevention. For wear resistance, look for products with anti-wear additives and proven results in the field. For strong corrosion protection in extreme environments, look for wire rope lubricants with salt spray resistance values above 60 hours and humidity cabinet values of more than 60 days. LE lubricants have been designed specifically to meet or exceed a variety of requirements, depending on the application and operating environment; check with your LE consultant for specific recommendations. Lubricant Types for Protecting Wire Rope • Penetrating lubricants contain an evaporative solvent that facilitates migration of the lubricant into the core of the wire rope, then evaporates, leaving behind a heavy lubricating film that protects and lubricates each strand. • Coating lubricants penetrate slightly and seal the outside of the cable from moisture, reducing wear, rust and corrosion. Because most wire ropes fail from the inside, it is critical to ensure the center core receives sufficient lubricant. LE recommends a combined regimen in which a penetrating lubricant is used to saturate the core, followed by a coating lubricant to seal and protect the outer surface. Application & Cleaning For maximum core penetration and coating, an automatic lubrication system is advised, and it should include a cleaning component. Cleaning wire rope prior to lubricant application is critical to effective lubrication. Contamination buildup can cause accelerated wear, acting as an abrasive. Buildup can also keep in water and increase rate of corrosion, as well as interfere with visual inspections. Components of an Effective Wire Rope Lubrication Program Coating & Penetrating Lubricants Asset Reliability Solutions™ Automatic Lubrication System

Prices shown are list prices and include all electrical controls per applicable N.E.C.  Specifications. NEMA enclosure with quick disconnect plugs, hoist completely wired and reeved. All prices are for 460/3/60 power. Adders for 208/3/60 or 230/3/60 are shown on options page. Push button station and 110V control transformer are optional.

Mazzella has been in the lifting and rigging business for nearly 70 years, and we’re going to provide some answers to why the price and availability of wire rope, slings, rigging hardware, and other lifting gear has been so abnormal, and what the outlook is for the immediate future.

In this article, you’ll learn the answers to the following questions:What factors are affecting the price and availability of wire rope, slings, and rigging products?

Mazzella is doing everything in our power to keep inventory levels as high as possible for wire rope, slings, and rigging hardware. Fortunately, Mazzella has stayed ahead of the demand increase and supply shortage by procuring product early and often throughout 2021.

By making an investment in wire rope, slings, and rigging hardware, Mazzella has attempted to position ourselves to minimize any supply chain disruption for our customers.

While many competitors rely on one supplier for certain products, our footprint and volume has allowed us to maintain relationships with four domestic wire rope suppliers and eight domestic hardware vendors.

With our national footprint and diverse product offerings, which include, but are not limited to lifting and rigging supplies to crane ropes, general-purpose wire rope, warehouse solutions, and fall protection, Mazzella can be a one-stop shop for service and products to meet your needs.