The Eye & Eye Round Sling is a highly versatile and robust textile lifting sling, distinguished by reinforced loops ("eyes") at each end and a flexible round body designed to protect delicate loads.
Advanced Construction: Features an endless core of load-bearing synthetic yarn completely encapsulated by a durable polyester outer sleeve to protect the internal strands from abrasion.
Hitch Versatility: The double-eye design allows for exceptional flexibility, making it highly effective for safe execution of vertical, choker, and basket hitches.
Load Protection: The soft, flexible polyester construction conforms to the shape of the load, significantly reducing the risk of scratching or crushing finished or delicate surfaces.
Wear Resistance: The dedicated eye loops and protective tubular sleeve add critical durability to the sling body, especially in applications where localized abrasion is a common problem.
Easy Attachment: Unlike endless slings, the reinforced eyes allow for direct, non-bulky connection to crane hooks and shackles.
Core Strength: The load is carried by a core of high-strength polyester yarns, while the outer sleeve protects against wear.
Product Features
Best of Both Worlds: Combines the high load capacity and soft surface of a Round Sling with the easy connection points of an Eye & Eye Flat Sling.
Easy Hook Attachment: Features distinct reinforced eyes at both ends, allowing for direct and secure attachment to crane hooks or shackles without the bulkiness of folding an endless sling.
Superior Load Protection: The soft, double-layer polyester sleeve protects delicate, painted, or polished loads from scratches and damage better than chain or wire rope.
High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Extremely lightweight and easy to handle, yet capable of lifting heavy industrial loads (internal load-bearing yarns provide the strength).
Durability: The outer sleeve takes the wear and tear, protecting the internal load-bearing yarns from abrasion and UV degradation.
Versatile Rigging: Suitable for vertical, choker, and basket hitches, offering excellent flexibility in complex rigging scenarios.
Comparison: Eye & Eye Round Sling vs. Others
Type
Ends
Best Feature
Recommended Application
Eye & Eye Round Sling Current Item
Sewn Loops
Easy Hooking + Softness
Connecting heavy loads to crane hooks where surface protection is needed.
Standard lifting where ultra-softness is not the priority.
Technical Specifications
Item No.
WLL / Capacity
Working Load Limit (tonnes) based on Hitch Type
Min Length (m)
Product Code
Straight (M=1)
Choked (M=0.8)
Basket Hitch (Angle β)
-
-
0-7° (M=2)
7-45° (M=1.4)
45-60° (M=1)
RS02-010
1T (Violet)
1
0.8
2
1.4
1
1.0
307101001
RS02-020
2T (Green)
2
1.6
4
2.8
2
1.5
307101002
RS02-030
3T (Yellow)
3
2.4
6
4.2
3
1.5
307101003
RS02-040
4T (Grey)
4
3.2
8
5.6
4
1.5
307101004
RS02-050
5T (Red)
5
4.0
10
7.0
5
1.5
307101005
RS02-060
6T (Brown)
6
4.8
12
8.4
6
2.0
307101006
RS02-080
8T (Blue)
8
6.4
16
11.2
8
3.0
307101008
RS02-100
10T (Orange)
10
8.0
20
14.0
10
3.0
307101010
RS02-120
12T (Orange)
12
9.6
24
16.8
12
3.0
307101012
Safe Use of Polyester Round Slings
H-Lift Round Slings, manufactured to EN 1492-2, provide a versatile, lightweight, and cost-effective solution for heavy lifting. This guide outlines the essential safety practices, product features, and maintenance requirements to ensure safe operations.
Why Choose H-Lift Round Slings?
🛡️ Soft & Non-Damaging
The soft polyester sleeve cushions the load, making round slings ideal for lifting fragile, polished, or easily marred surfaces where chain or wire rope might cause damage.
⚖️ High Strength-to-Weight
Made from high-tenacity polyester (PES) yarn continuously wound in an endless loop. They offer immense lifting capacity while being extremely lightweight and easy to handle.
🎨 Color Coded Safety
Fully compliant with EN 1492-2 international standards. Each sling is color-coded by tonnage (e.g., Violet=1T, Green=2T) with capacity stripes for instant identification.
🔄 Infinite Flexibility
The endless loop construction allows for rotation of load-bearing points, extending the sling's service life by avoiding constant wear on a single spot.
Operational Safety Guidelines
Safety is paramount in lifting operations. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in sling failure, load damage, or injury.
ALWAYS:
Inspect the sling before every use for cuts, holes in the cover, or chemical damage.
Check the label to ensure the Working Load Limit (WLL) is sufficient for the load.
Protect from sharp edges. Use protective sleeves or corner pads if the load has sharp radii or rough edges.
Consider the mode factor. The lifting capacity changes depending on the hitch method (Straight, Choked, or Basket).
Plan the lift. Ensure the load is free to move and the landing area is prepared.
Store correctly. Keep slings in a dry, clean area away from direct sunlight (UV radiation) and heat sources.
NEVER:
Never tie knots in a round sling to shorten it. Knots significantly reduce the breaking strength.
Never overload. Do not exceed the WLL indicated on the label.
Never drag the load while it is resting on the sling, or drag the sling across rough floors.
Never use damaged slings. If the outer cover is cut and the inner core yarns are exposed, withdraw it from service immediately.
Never shock load. Lift slowly and steadily to avoid dynamic forces that can snap the sling.
Avoid chemical exposure without consulting the supplier (Polyester is resistant to acids but damaged by strong alkalis).
Inspection & Criteria for Removal
Regular inspection is critical. A round sling must be removed from service immediately if any of the following are detected:
Missing or illegible label: If you cannot identify the WLL, do not use it.
Damaged Sleeve: Cuts, holes, or heavy abrasion on the outer cover that exposes the inner load-bearing core yarns.
Heat or Chemical Damage: Hardening, melting, softening, or discoloration of the fibers.
Knots: Any knots found in the sling body.
Note: Minor chafing on the outer cover surface is normal, but deep abrasion requires assessment by a competent person.