Slings
Purpose of ASME B30.9-2021
The main purpose of B30.9 is to standardize the safe utilization of slings—the flexible connections between the load and the hoisting equipment (like a crane or hoist). Since slings are often the weakest link in a lifting system and are highly susceptible to damage, this standard aims to reduce risk by ensuring the equipment is correctly rated, maintained, and used.
The standard covers slings fabricated from six different materials:
What is it Used For?
ASME B30.9-2021 is used by manufacturers, riggers, safety managers, and inspectors in every industry that performs lifting operations. Its application covers the entire lifecycle of the sling:
| SDO | ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers |
| Document Number | B30.9 |
| Publication Date | Jan. 1, 2025 |
| Language | en - English |
| Page Count | 65 |
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