Rigging

Rigging devices are used in shipping to secure devices for setting sails and lifting loads. Rigging is also popular for lifting and moving loads to heights during repairs or construction. Load-lifting structures are particularly durable, since most parts are made of steel.

What is rigging?

So what is rigging? Rigging is a general designation for all devices on a ship (ropes, cables, chains, etc.) that are used to attach the spar, control the sail, move cargo, lift signal devices, etc. From Danish, “takel” is translated as equipment, and initially used specifically in shipbuilding.

Vessel rigging

The ship's rigging is divided into standing and running. Standing rigging includes gear that is used to secure the fixed parts of the spar. There are high requirements for the reliability of standing rigging. It is usually made from steel or iron cable galvanized on the outside. The favorite material of sailors is hemp, and synthetic cables are allowed to be used for rigging small ships.

Running rigging is used to lift and lower various weights on a ship, including sails. The basis of running rigging is cables and chains.

Rigging devices

Rigging devices for moving cargo were used even before the development of shipbuilding. Egyptian pyramids were built with their help. Rigging devices are used when installing, dismantling and moving large cargo and industrial equipment. The only thing that has changed with the development of rigging progress is the development of electrical mechanisms and hydraulic devices, which made it possible to use less human physical strength. The role of a person has been reduced to the ability to operate the equipment to which the rigging devices are attached.

Moving cargo can be difficult if it occurs in a confined space or at high altitudes. To perform work at height, special fastening systems and rigging devices are required.

Due to the significant load on equipment and high safety requirements, everything used for lifting and delivering cargo must be reliable and durable. Not only the safety of the equipment, but also the safety of the maintenance personnel and workers who perform rigging work depends on compliance with these requirements.

Lifting straps

One of the best modifications of modern rigging devices that you can buy in Kyiv are rigging belts. The rigging belt is designed for a person to carry a large load over various distances. The design of the belt allows you to distribute the center of gravity over a wider area and lighten the load of its owner.

The straps of the rigging belt are put on by the loader, and the built-in adjusters allow you to adapt the length of the belt to the dimensions of the item being carried. Lifting belts can be used to carry loads weighing up to 200 kg.

Rigging equipment

The most common rigging means include:

omega-shaped rigging shackles are used to connect the lifting device (rope, cable, etc.) and the load.

lifting and connecting links, used to connect gripping elements or in the manufacture of slings.

steel cables that can withstand heavy loads, voltage and temperature changes.

rope or chain slings. Particularly convenient for lifting loads with special loops, rings or other gripping elements.

fastening devices. These include tie-down straps and fastening chains. Used to secure cargo when it moves in space.

Wire rope clamps are used to connect two ends of a rope, or to create a loop at the end.

hooks for quickly connecting cargo to a crane or other transport device.

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