Eric Porter - Wire rope - The Basics - Area Four Industries TV

In this video, we explore the essentials of wire rope terminations, crucial for riggers to ensure safety and efficiency. Key topics include:

Types of Terminations: Importance of forming attachment points.
Common Practices: Usage of 10mm diameter cables and aluminum cold-pressed ferrules.
Safety Factors: Adjusting strength for different environments.
Slings and Thimbles: Color-coded thimbles and basic wire rope designs (6x19, 7x19).
Ordinary vs. Lang’s Lay: Differences in wire rope construction.
Thimble Functions: Preventing abrasion and maintaining loads.
Inspection Tips: Signs of wear, slippage, and overloads.
Ferrule Types: Standard vs. modern tapered ferrules with inspection holes.
Soft Eye Slings: Pros and cons, and the importance of inspections.
On-site Terminations: Smaller diameter ropes and termination efficiency.

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Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:22 - Importance of Terminations
0:42 - Common Practices
1:24 - Safety Factors
1:46 - Thimbles and Sling Lengths
2:29 - Construction of Wire Ropes
3:29 - Functions of Thimbles
4:26 - Ferrule Types and Inspection
5:24 - Soft Eye Slings
6:01 - On-site Terminations
6:38 - Efficiency of Terminations

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