Jul 06, 2017 a wire ropes classification includes two numbers such as 6 x 19. Consult the aisi wire rope users manual, asme or ansi standards, before. The first number 6, in this example represents the exact number of strands in the rope. This is clearly impractical in many applications, and unnecessary if. Wire rope users manual paperback january 1, 2005 by wire rope technical board author 5. When selecting a steel wire rope to suit a particular application. This training class will cover numerous wire rope best practices including use, maintenance, inspection, discard criteria, and special care with boom hoist safety. Rope life enhancing services brought to you by bridon bekaert. View dave henningers profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community.
For over 125 years, the company has been a leader in its field. With our knowledge and expertise, we have been able to refine the art of rope making into a science. This publication is a joint effort of the committee of wire rope producers american iron and steel institute and the wire rope technical board the wire rope technical board wrtb is an association of engineers representing companies that account for more than 90 percent. Global experience local support crane and industrial.
Bridon wire rope catalogue free download as pdf file. The second number r epresents the number of wires in each strand, but this number identifies a class, or range and may not be an exact number of wires. Search your rope solution by industry application data. Bridons wire rope factory in retford in nottinghamshire manufactures 8,000 tonnes of rope a year for the lifting, construction and engineering industries. Bridon wire rope authorised distributor thailand asia pacific. The nature of a wire rope is such that there will always be residual energy stored when working with it.
Contact tos for all your bridon wire rope requirements. Tos is an authorized distributor and dealer for bridon wire rope in thailand and asia. This is a very simplified overview of the basic construction of a wire rope. With nearly 4,000 employees worldwide, wireco worldgroup is a great place for you to build a rewarding career. Form co 22 the relevant areas for the assessment of the transaction are. Bridon high performance and nonrotating crane ropes. Multistrand wire ropes are made by closing a number of wire ropes or strands around a central core with a lubricant. The manual is not saved to your device or server, but is read and used directly from the flash drive. Jun 30, 2003 bridon s wire rope factory in retford in nottinghamshire manufactures 8,000 tonnes of rope a year for the lifting, construction and engineering industries.
Bridon have recently noticed in trade publications, that there have been advertisements for used wire rope for sale. It is now part of the belgium based bekaert company. Bridonbekaert ropes group is the worlds premier supplier of missioncritical advanced cords, steel wire ropes, and synthetic fibre ropes. The flash drive can be shared by multiple users, as no password is required. Read online wire rope handbook bridon book pdf free download link book now. Our professionals enjoy the opportunities of a global manufacturing and distribution leader as well as a culture of open communication, professional growth, and friendly camaraderie that fosters innovation and problem solving. As rope users will find it difficult to calculate the actual metallic steel area, the values can be found in the wire rope users manual or obtained from bridon engineering.
Pdf bending fatigue tests using a suitable ndt method to. Users manual wire rope handling, installation and maintenance of steel wire ropes index wire rope cross sections rope lays page 3 installation of wire rope page 45 instructions for handling and installation of rotation installation procedure of rotation resistant wire rope in the crane page 69 wire rope inspection page 911. The name bridon originates from the concatenation or contraction of the words. For boom hoist ropes on mobile cranes in particular, proper and timely inspection is the most important aspect for safe use. Committee of wire rope producers american iron and steel institute and the wire rope technical board the wire rope technical board wrtb is an association of engineers representing companies that account for more than 90 percent of wire rope. Risk assessments before wire rope thorough examination, maintenance, cutting or removal should take into account personnel safety.
If in doubt contact bridon or bridons distributor for guidance. The course being presented by bridon and bc is the wire rope training. For more marginal fields a high strength six strand wire rope solution with. Guidance on wire rope integrity management for vessels in the. Those starting off with the subject of wire rope ndt should study this book well. Wire rope technical information john sakash company inc. In comparison to manual lubrication the viper wrl provides a significant.
Download the full wire ropes specifications pdf certex. In reality the increasing demands facing wire rope for lifting and lowering ever larger loads in more arduous conditions means that modern wire ropes require extensive technical. The wire rope users manual is published by the wire rope technical board and is the culmination of a joint effort by the domestic wire rope industry. By the time it closes next march, 90% of the sites machinery and production capacity will have been transferred to the companys other manufacturing plants in doncaster, south yorkshire. Bending fatigue tests using a suitable ndt method to determine lifetime of large diameter wire ropes for offshore lifting applications january 2008 doi. This introduces a range of potential safety issues including manual handling and unexpected release of energy. A wire ropes classification includes two numbers such as 6 x 19. American tiger brand wire rope engineering handbook. The core is a wire rope with a central king wire that runs parallel to the length of the rope. Guidance on wire rope integrity management for vessels in.
Jan 01, 2009 this book is one of the best for a basic user of wire ropes. Ensure that the correct type of wire rope is selected for the equipment by referring to the oems instruction manual or other relevant documents. We are the only manufacturer who offers a full line of products in all diameters, from the industrystandard 6strand basic ropes to the revolutionary cushion ultras, which set the. High performance ropes bridonbekaert the ropes group. Form the view point of wire rope ndt technicians, this books gives a better sight into how wire ropes are used and the kinds of defects one would expect. This 174 page manual discusses established criteria for most types of wire rope slings. As rope users will find it difficult to calculate theactual metallic steel area, the values can be found in the wire ropeusers manual or obtained from bridon. This publication is a joint effort of the committee of wire rope producers american iron and steel institute and the wire rope technical board the wire rope technical board wrtb is an association of engineers representing companies that account for more. The powercheck symbol means that bridon has carried out a destruction test on a sample of. Steel and fiber combination rope where the fiber is an integral load bearing. The following information is presented as a basic guide. Wire rope users manual available on digital media wire.
For a 26mm wire rope to escape bend fatigue the winch drum or block sheaves over which it runs would need a minimum diameter of over 1. Major wire rope manufacturers such as bridon suggest that lubrication with a pressure lubricator may increase wire rope life by up to 300% compared to poorly lubricated wire ropes. Bridon american engineers and field service specialists. The name bridon originates from the concatenation or contraction of the words british and doncaster. Bridon wire rope catalogue rope wire free 30day trial scribd. Moreover, the ropes were very far along in the degradation process. For a better understanding if wire rope, we highly recommend the wire rope users manual by the wire rope technicalboard. Oct 01, 20 bc wire rope is proud to announce a wire rope training course in conjunction with bridon american. Superior bending fatigue life when compared with conventional low rotation ropes proven by laboratory testing and extensive field. It is published by the wire rope technical board and is the culmination of a joint effort by the domestic wire rope industry.
Bridon is ready to advise on the alternative procedures for. Service life determination of wire hoist ropes using. To select the best wire rope for each application, one must know the required performance characteristics for the job and enough about wire rope design to select the optimum combination of wire rope properties. Bridon operates its own wire mill which specialises in the production of high quality galvanised wire to the most differentiated and exacting specifications.
The user must determine the suitability of the product. Wire rope industries is the most diversified manufacturer of highperformance wire ropes and industrial steel cables in north america. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. The wire rope technical board publishes a wire rope users manual that also contains this information. Cut the rope with a high speed abrasive disc cutter. Wire rope construction a wire rope is made from spinning individual steel wires together with a lubricant. Rope diameter is specified by the user and is generally given in the equipment manufacturers instruction manual accompanying the machine on which the rope is to be used. The wire rope users manual, fourth edition, december 2005, is now available. For serving instructions for fl and hl ropes refer to bridon. Magnetic ndt suggested that the wire hoist ropes, when measured in 2009, still were within a reasonable safety factor, but did not contain any comparable data to a new wire hoist rope. Built on our extensive experience and innovation in surface mining, wire rope industries product range for dragline excavators is unparalleled in the industry. When selecting a steel wire rope to suit a particular application strength, rotation and fatigue resistance should be taken into consideration. Bridon ropes, also known as bridon international ltd is a manufacturing company in doncaster in south yorkshire that makes wire rope.
Wire rope training by bc wire rope and bridon american. Wire rope handling and installation assembly specialty products. Like any machine, it needs proper care and maintenance for optimal safety and long service life. Other suitable mechanical or hydraulic shearing equipment may be used although not recommended when a rope end is required to be welded or brazed. Users manual second edition committee of wire rope producers american iron and steel institute washington, d. Standard features you can expect from a bridon crane rope. For boom hoist ropes on mobile cranes in particular, proper and timely inspection is. High performance plastic impregnation is designed to offer an internal cushioning layer to the interstrand contact points especially between core to cover on multistrand low rotation ropes improving bend fatigue and core service life. A leading manufacturer of wire and rope, bridon is a global industrial force with 3 manufacturing plants in the usa. Dave henninger global technical customer lead crane. Unfortunately, the majority of these failures could have been avoided if the rope was properly inspected and taken out of service at the appropriate time. Record the number and position in the rope of any removed broken wires. Wire rope handbook bridon pdf book manual free download.
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