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Ranger Blog EGBlack Snake - How to determine the right strop and shackleVehicle recovery is potentially very dangerous. This Black Snake Guide to attaching strops to vehicles will help you determine the right strop and shackle for your application.
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Ranger Blog EGEconomy Round Slings WLLRanger’s high tenacity polyester Round Slings conform to the latest Australian Standard AS4497.1. These WLL table guides show each are colour coded to identify WLL’s easily. Available in capacities 1 to 50t with lengths to 10m, slings are proof tested, serial numbered, tagged and complete with Test Certificates.
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Ranger Blog EGFlat Webbing Slings WLLRanger’s high tenacity polyester Flat Webbing Slings conform to the latest Australian Standard AS1353.1 These WLL table guides show each are colour coded to identify WLL’s easily. Available in 1 to 10t with lengths to 10m, slings are proof tested, serial numbered, tagged and come with Test Certificates.
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Ranger Blog EGSynthetic Slings - Inspection before useSynthetic slings are flexible, shock absorbent, form to the shape of the load and are easy to inspect. Inspection before every use is a must. Refer to this handy guide on what you should be looking for during inspections.
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Ranger Blog EGShackle OverviewThis guide covers differences in shackle design, inspection requirements, instructions for use and how the various sorts of pin or bolt arrangements can affect their suitability for use in specific tasks or environments.
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Ranger Blog EGSelecting the right hoist for your applicationChoosing the right chain hoist can be difficult and requires caution. Both manual and electric chain hoists are used for different lifting tasks. These handy tips will assist you in selecting the chain hoist that will work best for you based on your needs.
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Ranger Blog EGSuperflex Flat Woven SlingsSuperflex flat woven steel slings are based on flat woven steel cable. These heavy-duty slings are used for general lifting purposes requiring reduced contact pressure. Refer to this useful chart for a comprehensive guide on WLL’s for Superflex Flat Woven Slings- Type 1.
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Ranger Blog EGSuperflex StropsSuperflex strops are made especially as chokers. They are designed to choke onto and safely lift things like poles and piles, steel bars, drill rods and bundles of tube. They are very versatile slings with great gripping power. Various options are available as shown in this WLL Table.
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Ranger Blog EGSuperflex Single SlingsSuperflex single slings are made from high tensile plaited wire rope laid in a four by three sinnet configuration and are used in general lifting purposes where a flexible steel sling is needed. Refer to this table for working load limits.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 1960Grade 1960 wire rope slings manufactured in accordance with Australian Standards provide a balance of flexibility and durability. The 1960 grade tensile allows for high breaking loads with fatigue resistance for extension of service life. Refer to this WLL Table.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 1770 Wire RopeWire rope is perfect for the outdoors as its strength and length is not compromised in harsh climates. Manufactured in accordance with Australian Standards it is a durable rope that varies depending on the grade of the steel and the diameter of rope as shown in this WLL table.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 1570 Wire RopeUnlike conventional rope, 1570 wire rope slings consist of several strands of metal that have been laid or twisted into a helix making it highly durable and resistant against corrosive environments. Refer to this table for working load limits.
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Ranger Blog EGWire Rope Sizing and ConventionsUse this handy table to find your wire rope metric conversion factors in no time. Metrics provided include diameter, length, tensile strength, cross section, weight and weight length.
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Ranger Blog EGWire Rope Care and MaintenanceThese guidelines are aimed at anyone who is directly or indirectly in contact with wire ropes. Compliance with the instructions should ensure the safe handling of wire ropes and help to avoid dangers and minimise repair costs and downtimes.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 60Grade 60 Stainless steel lifting chains and accessories can be used in different corrosive media and at higher temperatures compared to normal lifting accessories. Refer to WLL in this guide.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 120Grade 120 chain was specifically designed for extreme overhead lifting applications and is a premium quality high strength alloy steel alternative. Grade 120 Chain has an increased WLL as compared to a similar size chain in Grade 80. Refer to WLL Table.
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Ranger Blog EGRanger Services - NSWAn overview of our lifting, rigging and safety expertise in New South Wales including testing and inspections, repair and recertification, wire rope, heavy lift, height safety and engineered services.
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Ranger Blog EGRanger Services - VictoriaRanger are now servicing clients in Victoria and are excited to deliver our ethos of Service Through Knowledge to the Victorian market. Our expertise includies testing and inspections, repair and recertification, wire rope, heavy lift, height safety and engineered services.
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Ranger Blog EGRoad Plate LifterOn some sites, road plates are lifted manually, meaning someone is using a crow bar and blocks to lift them, while putting themselves under strain and at the risk of injury. The road plate lifter was designed to not only improve the efficiency of moving road plates during civil...
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Ranger Blog EGYale Ergo 360Redefining lever-operated hoists, the YaleERGO 360 features the revolutionary crank handle that allows for efficient operation in both lifting and pulling applications. It allows the operator to work up to 12 times faster and with as much as 30 % less pull force than with conventional ratchet lever tools.
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Ranger Blog EGMagnetic Rope TestingIn support of visual inspection techniques, Ranger offer comprehensive non-destructive testing and examination services including MRT. Magnetic Rope Testing (MRT) is a method of checking for defects and deterioration in steel wire ropes.
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Ranger Blog EGTesting and Inspections GuideThis guide is an overview of the testing and inspection requirements for lifting equipment. It covers the relevant standards, competent person requirements, periodic inspections and whether DIY inspections are a good idea.
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Ranger Blog EGCasar Wire RopesRanger is a specialist distributor of the German manufactured high-performance Casar Wire Ropes. Casar Wire Ropes deliver the highest levels of performance and safety, superior breaking strength values, the highest bending fatigue resistance, superior crushing resistance, and the best rotational resistance characteristics for high lifts.
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Ranger Blog EGServices BrochureThis brochure provides an overview of our lifting, rigging and safety expertise including testing and inspections, repair and recertification, wire rope, heavy lift, height safety and engineered services.
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Ranger Blog EGChain Slings Standards UpdateThis guide has been designed to highlight and summarise the 12 key points of the new standards for those using chain slings in the lifting and rigging industry.
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Ranger Blog EGHow to correctly fit a harnessThere is simply no way to work safely at heights without adequate fall protection equipment. Safety harnesses, then, are critical but they will only work as intended if they are fitted properly. This is a step-by-step visual guide to correctly fitting your height safety harness.
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Ranger Blog EGPre-Inspection ChecklistEquipment inspections might be necessary but there are a few things you can do to minimise the disruption and cost to your business. Share this checklist with your team to ensure your inspections run as efficiently as possible.
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Ranger Blog EGWhat is a Competent Person?Australian Standards state that lifting equipment must be inspected by a competent person. But what does that mean?
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Ranger Blog EGPeriodic InspectionsAustralian Standards now include a guide on how often periodic inspections should take place on Grade T (80) and Grade V (100) chain slings. The end user now has a responsibility to periodically inspect chain slings based on the duty cycle.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Chain SlingsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of chain slings and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment and has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Eye BoltsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of eye bolts and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment and has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Fibre Rope SlingsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of fibre rope slings and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment and has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Flat Woven Webbing SlingsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of flat woven webbing slings and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Hand Operated Chain Lever HoistsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of hand operated chain lever hoists and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Horizontal Plate ClampsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of horizontal plate clamps and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Lifter Beams and SpreadersThis guide outlines the care and safe use of lifter beams and spreaders and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Power Operated BlocksThis guide outlines the care and safe use of power operated blocks and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Round SlingsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of round slings and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of ShacklesThis guide outlines the care and safe use of shackles and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Vertical Plate ClampsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of vertical plate clamps and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of WinchesThis guide outlines the care and safe use of winches and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Wire Rope Grip + Pull Lifting MachinesThis guide outlines the care and safe use of wire rope grip/pull machines and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGSafe use of Wire Rope SlingsThis guide outlines the care and safe use of wire rope slings and is based on the LEEA code of practice for the safe use of lifting equipment. It has been republished with their permission.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 80 Working Load LimitAll statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are believed to be reliable, but no guarantee is given as to their accuracy and/or completeness. You must determine the suitability of the product for thier own purpose and shall assume all risk and liability.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 100 Working Load LimitAll statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are believed to be reliable, but no guarantee is given as to their accuracy and/or completeness. You must determine the suitability of the product for thier own purpose and shall assume all risk and liability.
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Ranger Blog EGGrade 120 Working Load LimitAll statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are believed to be reliable, but no guarantee is given as to their accuracy and/or completeness. You must determine the suitability of the product for thier own purpose and shall assume all risk and liability.