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U.S. Patent No. 9,296,593 B2 - Singapore Patent No. 11201507689 - China Patent No. CN 105209368
Australia Patent No. 2014239887 AU - South Africa Patent No. 2015/07153 - European Patent No. EP 2969881
Fortis2 Slings are heavy-lift, multipart slings made with our Unitrex XS Max Wear synthetic cable that has a core of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber encased with neoprene and a tough braided jacket of high-tenacity polyester. The result is a heavy-lift sling of Unitrex XS that has the durability and stiffness of a wire rope sling at a fraction of the weight.
- 80% lighter than a comparable wire rope sling
- Stiff enough to push under objects
- More durable than traditional fiber slings
- One person able to lift eye to crane hook
- Easy to inspect for damage
- Will not corrode or rust
- Will not soak up water or freeze
Read our recent case study to learn how Fortis² was developed for major North American shipyards.
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The Chafe Pro® HB Series is constructed of multiple layers of FJORD, Inc.’s
specially formulated and designed heavy-duty nylon weaves.
Fortis2 models 84 and up now come with standard ChafePro HB Series chafe
protection for the eye of the sling.
- Chafe-Pro HB series multi-layer design
- Easily removable for inspection
- Chafe-Pro Shore Grip Technology on inner layer prevents slipping on eye
- Easy latch system for quick opening of the material
- Ratings and warnings are molded into the tag, not printed
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Resistant to most solvents and petroleum products
- Excellent UV resistance and all temperature performance
- High-visibility, two-color design
- Labels will not stain or mildew
Available on other Fortis2 sling sized upon request.
Abrasion testing has shown the Chafe-Pro HB Series to be more resistant to chafe abrasion than marine-grade fire hose and chafing gear made from such materials as UHMWPE, Kevlar®, etc.
Fortis2 slings are tagged with the Etiflex tag.
Fortis²® Heavy-Lift Slings Specifications and Data
Weight Comparison
| 15 ft Sling (Text) | Rated Capacity Vertical Tons (Number) | Unit Weight (Lbs) | Weight (Lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortis2 Sling | 50 | 44 | 0.9 |
| 9 Part Wire Rope | 56 | 254 | 4.5 |
| 3 Part Wire Rope | 46 | 200 | 4.4 |
| Grade 80 Chain | 36 | 363 | 10.1 |
| Sling Model (Number) | Color (Text) | Rated Capacity - Vertical *(Lbs) | Rated Capacity - Basket *(Lbs) | Rated Capacity - Choker *(Lbs) | Weight per Foot (Lbs) | Standard Eye Size (Inches) | Minimum Length (Feet) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | Blue | 28,000 | 56,000 | 22,400 | 0.7 | 22 | 7 |
| 53 | Green | 35,000 | 70,000 | 28,000 | 0.9 | 24 | 8 |
| 58 | Orange | 46,000 | 92,000 | 36,800 | 1.2 | 26 | 9 |
| 63 | Yellow | 58,000 | 116,000 | 46,400 | 1.4 | 28 | 10 |
| 71 | Black | 68,000 | 136,000 | 54,400 | 1.7 | 30 | 11 |
| 84 | Blue | 100,000 | 200,000 | 80,000 | 2.4 | 35 | 13 |
| 100 | Green | 128,000 | 256,000 | 102,400 | 3.3 | 40 | 15 |
| 115 | Orange | 160,000 | 320,000 | 128,000 | 4.3 | 45 | 17 |
| 125 | Yellow | 202,000 | 404,000 | 161,600 | 5.3 | 50 | 19 |
| 140 | Black | 250,000 | 500,000 | 200,000 | 6.6 | 55 | 21 |
| 170 | Blue | 338,000 | 676,000 | 270,000 | 9.4 | 60 | 24 |
| 180 | Green | 397,000 | 794,000 | 317,600 | 10.0 | 70 | 27 |
| 190 | Orange | 461,000 | 922,000 | 368,800 | 11.4 | 80 | 29 |
| 220 | Yellow | 550,000 | 1,100,000 | 440,000 | 14.5 | 90 | 33 |
* Rated capacity is based on 5:1 Design Factor.
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