The Colors of Textile Slings: An Essential Safety Code for Your Lifting Operations

Did you know that the color of textile slings isn’t just for visual differentiation? 🌈 In fact, the colors of textile slings represent a safety code that indicates the maximum load capacity of each sling. This code enables quick and secure selection during lifting operations, reducing the risk of errors.

An International Color Code for Maximum Safety

To ensure the safe use of our products, LIFTEUROP adheres to the international color coding standards for textile slings, in compliance with EN 1492-1 for flat woven webbing slings and EN 1492-2 for endless round slings. This standardization allows operators to ensure they choose the right sling for the load they need to lift, enhancing on-site safety.

The Color Guide and Load Capacities

Each sling color corresponds to a specific maximum load capacity, making the selection process intuitive and quick:

• Purple: 1 ton
• Green: 2 tons
• Yellow: 3 tons
• Grey: 4 tons
• Red: 5 tons
• Brown: 6 tons
• Blue: 8 tons
• Orange: 10 tons or more

With this color code, users can quickly identify the appropriate sling for each lifting task. However, color is not the only way to verify a sling’s capacity.

Double-Check with the Sewn-In Label

In addition to the color, each textile sling is equipped with a sewn-in label that provides critical information, including the maximum working load limit. This label serves as a second level of verification to ensure that the selected sling is suitable for the task. It also contains additional essential information, such as compliance with standards and usage instructions, further enhancing safety and reliability during lifting operations.

Why Are the Color Code and Label So Important?

By adhering to the standards, LIFTEUROP ensures that textile slings are easily identifiable and that their load capacity is immediately visible, reducing the risk of accidents caused by improper sling use. The combination of the color code and the information provided on the sewn-in label offers double safety for operators, allowing them to confidently and accurately select the right sling.

Need Advice? LIFTEUROP Is Here to Help

Choosing the right sling for your lifting application is essential to ensure the safety and success of your operations. If you have questions or need advice on selecting your slings, the LIFTEUROP team is here to guide you toward the best solution for your needs.

Contact us today to learn more about our textile slings and lifting solutions.