cromox® chain slings and chain suspensions made of stainless steel, also known as inox steel (from the French "inoxydable", meaning "non-corrosive" or "rust-free"), are among the fundamental solutions in the industry for lifting heavy goods and loads. With our corrosion-resistant chain slings and chain suspensions made of Grade 60 stainless steel, we offer you safe and durable lifting equipment that is characterized by a high degree of cost-effectiveness over its entire life cycle.
Our chain slings and chain suspensions are available in quality welded versions or as a modular system using the electrofusion process and offer an outstanding surface finish and therefore optimum resistance to environmental influences. They are available in various versions (1-strand, 2-strand, 3-strand or 4-strand as well as with different end fittings) in Grade 60.
Ketten Wälder GmbH's chain slings stand for quality and reliability, based on decades of experience in the lifting and industrial sector. As an established company, Ketten Wälder GmbH has continuously expanded its specialist knowledge in order to develop innovative and safe lifting equipment. This expertise is reflected in every product and offers customers worldwide optimum solutions for their lifting and transportation tasks. Two of the most important quality features that speak for cromox® chain slings from Ketten Wälder GmbH are the surface finish and the corrosion resistance of the material.
The chain slings developed, manufactured and tested in Germany are known for their first-class quality and durability. They are characterized by their excellent surface finish, which makes them robust and resistant to the most demanding conditions. The surface finish is often an underestimated aspect when it comes to slings. However, it plays an important role in overall performance and safety, especially when lifting and moving heavy loads.
The surface treatment protects the chain slings against corrosion and wear. Ketten Wälder GmbH uses – in addition to the choice of material – the option of appropriate surface treatment to ensure that the chains last even under the toughest conditions. The high quality of cromox® chain slings is the result of decades of experience and innovation in the manufacture of industrial chains.
What makes cromox® chain slings so resistant to corrosion? The answer lies in the chemical composition of the material. Stainless steel is an iron alloy that contains at least 10.5% chromium. The chromium reacts with oxygen in the air to form a thin, stable layer of chromium oxide on the surface of the steel. This layer is invisible and adheres very strongly to the steel surface. It protects the steel underneath from further contact with oxygen and other corrosive substances such as salts or acids. This layer is "self-healing". This means that if the surface of the steel is scratched or otherwise damaged, the chromium oxide layer can repair itself as long as enough oxygen is present. This allows the stainless steel to retain its corrosion resistance even after mechanical damage. There are different types of stainless steel, which differ in their chemical composition. Some types contain additional alloying elements such as nickel, molybdenum or nitrogen, which can further improve corrosion resistance. For example, molybdenum increases resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, while nickel improves resistance to acidic and alcoholic solutions. However, it is important to note that stainless steel is not completely immune to corrosion - under certain conditions, even stainless steel can corrode. It is therefore important to choose the right type of stainless steel for the specific application and environment and to follow our care and maintenance instructions.
cromox® chain slings in welded design with up to 4-strand chain suspensions are made of stainless steel and have a load capacity of up to 23.10 tons, depending on the angle of inclination and chain thickness.
cromox® chain slings made of stainless steel in a modular system with the standard clevis shackle attachment (CGS) offer a wide range of options thanks to five possible end fittings: Clevis hook (CML), self locking eye hook (CMG), master link (CME), eye hook (CMH) or self locking eye hook (CMO).
With the connecting link (CVG) made of stainless steel, your cromox® chain slings become a robust sling with a high safety factor and variable connection options thanks to six possible end fittings: Clevis hook (CMCL), self locking eye hook (CMCG), master link (CMCE), eye hook (CMCH), self locking eye hook (CMCO) or shackle (CMCS).
The cromox® chain slings with sub-assemblies with shortener (CVK) can be selected in the modular system to meet your exact requirements – whether as 1-leg, 2-leg, 3-leg or 4-leg chain suspensions. In addition, it can be individually adjusted and shortened – exactly according to the application requirements.
Chain slings are special chains used for safely lifting, moving and anchoring heavy loads in various industries. They are made of high-strength steel and are known for their high load-bearing capacity, flexibility and durability. Chain slings can be attached to the load using load hooks, shackles or other connecting elements and are available in different lengths and strengths to meet different lifting requirements.
There are several standards for chain slings. The most important are:
It is important to observe the relevant standards to ensure the safety and performance of chain slings.
There are different types of hooks for chain slings and slings, including self locking load hooks, swivel load hooks, clevis hooks, eye hooks and other variants. The specific hook that should be used depends on the application.
Chain slings made from stainless steel offer a number of advantages. Firstly, they are resistant to corrosion, which makes them ideal for use in demanding environments such as the maritime industry or the food industry. Secondly, they are very hard-wearing and resistant to wear and tear, which extends their service life. Thirdly, they offer a high load capacity, making them a safe and reliable choice for lifting heavy loads. Finally, they are easy to maintain and require less care and maintenance than other types of chain slings.
Our cromox® products are made of high-quality stainless steel (inox), which makes them particularly resistant to corrosion and wear. We not only offer first-class products, but also competent, individual advice and comprehensive service.
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