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How Many Legs Do I Need for My Lifting Sling?

Choosing the right number of legs for your lifting sling is crucial. Learn more on how to determine which amount is right for you.

How Many Legs Do I Need for My Lifting Sling?

05.23.23 • 8 Minute Read

Choosing the right number of legs for your lifting sling is crucial. Learn more on how to determine which amount is right for you.

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nylon lifting slings 101

Nylon Lifting Slings 101

Learn more about the different styles of nylon lifting slings, the benefits of using a sling made from nylon, and sling protection.

Nylon Lifting Slings 101

10.04.22 • 9 Minute Read

Learn more about the different styles of nylon lifting slings, the benefits of using a sling made from nylon, and sling protection.

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New Sling Protection Products Now Available Through U.S. Cargo Control

New Sling Protection Products Now Available Thr...

The full line of sling protection products is now available through U.S. Cargo Control. Sling protection is essential in providing additional safety and security to lifting slings and cargo from...

New Sling Protection Products Now Available Through U.S. Cargo Control

08.09.22 • 5 Minute Read

The full line of sling protection products is now available through U.S. Cargo Control. Sling protection is essential in providing additional safety and security to lifting slings and cargo from...

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What is D/d Ratio & Why is this Critical for Li...

What effect does D/d Ratio have on lifting slings and their sling capacities?

What is D/d Ratio & Why is this Critical for Lifting Slings?

10.07.21 • 6 Minute Read

What effect does D/d Ratio have on lifting slings and their sling capacities?

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New Products: Nylon Bridle Slings

New Products: Nylon Bridle Slings

We offer 600+ nylon bridles slings online, ready to order. Don't see what you need? Call our lifting slings specialists at 800-660-3585 for a custom sling.

New Products: Nylon Bridle Slings

10.29.14 • 2 Minute Read

We offer 600+ nylon bridles slings online, ready to order. Don't see what you need? Call our lifting slings specialists at 800-660-3585 for a custom sling.

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Employee Recommendation: Nylon Lifting Slings

Employee Recommendation: Nylon Lifting Slings

Nylon lifting slings are extremely versatile products and some of our best-sellers. US Cargo Control Sales Specialist Jon tells why in this video.

Employee Recommendation: Nylon Lifting Slings

08.17.14 • 1 Minute Read

Nylon lifting slings are extremely versatile products and some of our best-sellers. US Cargo Control Sales Specialist Jon tells why in this video.

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