What is a Working Load Limit?
Date: August 22, 2023The determination of Working Load Limits is based on the ultimate amount of breaking strength to failure, which is divided by three. For instance, a strap with a breaking strength of 10,000 lbs. would have a Working Load Limit of 3,333 lbs. It is important to note that, even though the strap may not fail until a force of 10,000 lbs. is applied, it is advisable to adhere to the 3,333 lbs. Working Load Limit in such circumstances. It is crucial to bear in mind that Working Load Limits were established to ensure safety during the transportation of cargo. If there is any doubt about the safety of transporting a load with the number or strength of straps, it is recommended to add more straps or switch to a heavier duty working load limit strap to maintain safety. It is worth noting that there is no harm in adding too many straps, but there is a significant risk in not using enough straps to secure loads. Additionally, it is advisable to ensure that the straps used to secure the load are in different areas of the cargo to prevent sudden braking, sudden lane changes, or debris on the road causing a swift motion to avoid. In the United States, there are severe penalties, fines, and potential imprisonment for non-compliance with the Department of Transportation's general guidelines for transporting cargo on roadways. It is essential to familiarize oneself with these regulations by reviewing the cargo securement general guidelines in your state.
Ratchet Straps and Cambuckle Straps
Date: August 15, 2023Ratchet straps and Cam Buckle Straps are utilized for the purpose of securing diverse types of cargo. Ratchet Straps are available in varying widths of 1", 2", 3", and 4". Cam buckles are only available in sizes of 1" and 2". The ratchet strap is equipped with a plethora of end fittings to choose from, including chain extensions, D-rings, E-Track fittings, E-Track double stud fittings, F-Track hook and spring E-fittings, flat hooks, flat snap hooks, j-hooks with D-rings, S-hooks, and vinyl coated wire hooks. Polyester webbing is an ideal material for cargo securement due to its low stretch rate and high abrasion resistance. In certain instances, the strength of a ratchet strap may not be necessary. In such cases, a cam buckle would suffice. Cam straps are available with a variety of fittings, such as butterfly fittings, e-track fittings, f-track hook and spring e-fittings, handlebar straps with s-hooks, flat snap hooks, and s-hooks.