Types of Synthetic Slings
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Standard Synthetic Slings
Web Slings
Synthetic flat web slings are flexible, non-metallic lifting tools used to handle loads where surface protection and weight distribution are required. Manufactured by Holloway Houston, these slings are produced in accordance with ASME B30.9, OSHA 1910.184, and WSTDA guidelines and are used across industrial, energy, marine, and material handling environments.
Round Slings
Holloway Houston polyester round slings are built for heavy industrial lifting that requires surface protection and load stability. Manufactured in-house in Houston, they feature a continuous loop of high-tenacity polyester yarn with a double-wall cover, and are stocked, proof-tested, and compliant with ASME B30.9.
Braided Round Slings
Holloway Houston braided round slings are engineered for maximum capacity and ultimate load stability. Manufactured in-house in Houston by interweaving multiple endless round slings, they provide redundant safety, a wide surface grip, and are fabricated, proof-tested, and compliant with ASME B30.9.
Silverback Slings
Our silverback slings are designed for heavy-haul rigging. Silverback Slings deliver ultra-high capacity in a lightweight package. Built from HMPE fibers, these slings excel in offshore, deep-water, and industrial applications where performance, handling ease, and rigging speed are crucial.
Application-Specific Slings
Forklift Protection Sleeves
At Holloway Houston, we manufacture forklift protection sleeves that help reduce fork wear during daily use. Made in Houston,Texas. These sleeves shield forklift tines from surface damage while working with metal, concrete, or abrasive loads.
Python Pipe Restraint Slings
Holloway Houston 3 Leg wire rope bridle slings provide balanced lifting and improved load stability. Designed with three wire rope legs connected to a central master link,
Storm Surge Slings
Holloway Houston 4 Leg wire rope bridle slings offer maximum stability and load control for the most demanding lifts. Featuring four wire rope legs connected to a single.
Cyclops Transformer Slings
Tea Cup Slings provide a method for handling concrete pipes and box culverts through internal lift points. These wire rope slings work with companion Tea Cup Pipe Carriers
Ratchet Straps
Holloway Houston pendant lines use socket connections that keep the full strength of the wire rope. Suitable for crane booms, structural supports, and mooring systems.
Synthetic Lifting Slings
Holloway Houston manufactures and supplies a complete range of synthetic lifting slings and protective products for industrial, construction, offshore, and material handling applications. Our synthetic product line covers everything from engineered lifting slings to rope protection and load securement, all produced in-house or sourced from trusted manufacturers to consistent quality standards. Whether you're lifting heavy loads with a crane, protecting your rigging from abrasion, or securing equipment during transport, our synthetic products are designed to perform reliably across demanding environments.
Why Choose Synthetic Lifting Slings?
- Lightweight - Significantly lighter than chain or wire rope, reducing operator fatigue during rigging
- Load-Surface Protection - Soft contact surface prevents scratching, denting, or marring of finished or sensitive loads
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio - Polyester and HMPE fibers deliver exceptional tensile strength without the bulk of metal alternatives
- Flexible & Conforming - Wraps naturally around irregular load shapes for secure, balanced contact
- Color-Coded for Safety - WLL identified instantly by color, reducing misuse and speeding up rigging setup
- Corrosion-Free - No rusting, no chemical degradation from common acids, designed for offshore, marine, and harsh environments
Wire Rope Sling Applications by Industry
Oil & Gas
Construction
Marine & Offshore
Heavy Lifting
Aerospace
Petrochemical
Military
Mining
ASME B30.9 & OSHA compliant
Proof certs with every order
In-house fabrication
Same-day Houston delivery
ISO 9001:2015 certified
Frequently Asked Questions
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Polyester or HMPE fibers. Polyester is used for round and web slings, offering high strength, low stretch, and acid resistance. HMPE is used for chafe sleeves and soft shackles, offering maximum cut resistance and the best strength to weight ratio.
A round sling is a continuous loop of fiber yarn enclosed in a protective cover, giving it a flexible, rounded cross section that conforms well to irregular loads. A web sling is a flat woven strap, typically with reinforced eyes at each end, offering a wider bearing surface for flat or box shaped loads. Both are commonly made from polyester and rated to ASME B30.9.
Forklift protection sleeves are synthetic covers fitted over forklift tines to reduce surface wear from repeated contact with pallets, metal, concrete, or abrasive loads. They are non-load bearing accessories and do not change the forklift's rated capacity. Fork inspection and safe operation remain the responsibility of the equipment owner and operator.
The Rhino Guard Chafe Sleeve is a protective covering placed around a rope or sling at points where it contacts edges, corners, or abrasive surfaces, preventing the fiber from being cut or worn down through repeated contact. It's built from HMPE for high cut resistance and is commonly used in industrial, marine, and outdoor recovery applications.
Synthetic slings are color coded and tagged so the WLL can be identified at a glance, reducing the chance of using the wrong sling for a lift. The exact rated capacity depends on the sling's material, construction, and configuration, and is confirmed on the manufacturer's tag and capacity chart.
Yes. Polyester and HMPE fibers do not rust and resist common acids and chemical exposure, which is why synthetic slings are widely used in offshore, marine, and other corrosive environments where metal rigging would degrade faster.
Slings should be stored away from direct sunlight, moisture, and sharp edges, and inspected before each use as well as on a periodic schedule based on how often and how hard they're used, consistent with ASME B30.9 and OSHA 1910.184 guidance. A sling with cuts, abrasion, broken stitching, or chemical damage should be removed from service.
A standard round sling is a single continuous loop of polyester fiber. A braided round sling interweaves multiple endless round slings together for higher capacity and built-in redundancy. A Silverback sling is built from HMPE fiber instead of polyester, giving it a much higher strength to weight ratio for heavy-haul, offshore, and deep-water lifts where minimizing sling weight matters.