Wire balustrading has long been a popular choice for outdoor decks and balconies due to its unobstructed views, durability, low maintenance, affordability and speed of construction. However, it’s now becoming increasingly popular for indoor staircases as well! With its sleek and minimalist design, wire balustrade offers a cost-effective alternative to glass balustrade without sacrificing style. … Read more
Selecting the correct size is the most critical factor in achieving a reliable seal. A common but flawed approach is simply choosing tubing that is twenty to thirty percent larger than the cable. Instead, the selection must account for the supplied diameter (the size before heating) and the recovered diameter (the size after maximum unrestricted … Read more
If you do it correctly – it works a treat. Poor installation technique is a primary cause of sealing failure. Following a structured application process ensures the adhesive flows correctly without damaging the polyolefin jacket or the underlying wires. Utilizing dual-wall adhesive-lined heat shrink tubing correctly is fundamental to constructing reliable, resilient heat shrink. By … Read more
Dual-wall heat shrink tubing, frequently referred to as glue-lined, twin-wall, double-wall, or adhesive-lined heat shrink, is a highly specialised protective sleeve designed for demanding electrical applications. While these terms overlap and are often used interchangeably in the industry, they all describe a specific sleeving construction consisting of two functional layers. Not every heat-shrinkable tube contains … Read more
Galvanised Steel sleeves for wire rope are also called ferrules, crimps, or swage sleeves. Choose Galvanised Steel Sleeves for their strength. Galvanised Steel sleeves cause a galvanic corrosion when used with stainless steel wire rope. -so only use them in VERY low aggression environments or with Black or Galvanised Wire Rope. Galvanised Steel is hard … Read more
Aluminium sleeves for wire rope are also called ferrules, crimps, or swage sleeves. Choose Aluminium Sleeves for their economy and ease of use. Aluminium sleeves cause a galvanic corrosion when used with stainless steel wire rope. -so only use them in VERY low agression environments or with Black or Galvanised Wire Rope. Aluminium is soft … Read more
Copper sleeves for wire rope are also called ferrules, crimps, or swage sleeves. Choose Copper Sleeves for their Stainless Steel Compatibility. Plain Copper or Nickel Plated Copper sleeves do not cause galvanic corrosion when used with stainless steel wire rope. Copper is soft and easy to crush (swage) uniformly using manual or hydraulic tools. Copper … Read more
Lifting slings are flexible tools used with cranes, hoists, or forklifts to attach, balance, and lift heavy, bulky, or irregularly shaped loads. Their function is to bridge the gap between a lifting machine and a load that lacks built-in fastening points. A very wide variety of applications can be addressed by varying both the materials … Read more
Lifting slings are essential tools in many industries, designed to safely lift and transport heavy loads. Proper maintenance and storage are essential to ensure their longevity, reliability, and safety. Below are the best practices for maintaining and storing lifting slings, helping you get the most out of your equipment while minimizing risks. Inspect on a … Read more
Australian and international standards govern the acceptable use of Synthetic Lifting Slings. Every sling has a working load limit (WLL). This is the maximum weight you can lift in a straight/direct configuration. It must never be exceeded. And for ease of understanding, the Working Load Limit and colour code for synthetic round and flat web … Read more