A LES - Lifting Equipment Store, we offer a comprehensive range of high-performance webbing slings, including industry-standard duplex webbing slings, designed to make lifting operations safer, easier, and more efficient. Whether you're working in construction, engineering, marine, or even theatrical rigging, our webbing slings provide a reliable and cost-effective solution for lifting a wide variety of loads.
What Are Webbing Slings?
Web slings, also known as flat belt slings or polyester lifting slings, are flexible textile lifting aids manufactured from high-tensile polyester webbing. Their most common form, the duplex webbing sling, features two layers of durable material for increased strength and safety.
Known for their versatility, webbing slings can be used in multiple lifting configurations — vertical, choker, basket, and more — offering a level of adaptability that metal slings often can't match. Unlike wire rope or chain slings, web slings won’t scratch or damage delicate surfaces, making them ideal for handling fragile or precision-machined equipment.
Why Choose Polyester Webbing Slings?
Lightweight, Yet High-Capacity
One of the greatest advantages of polyester slings is their impressive strength-to-weight ratio. A 10,000kg load can be safely lifted with a web sling weighing just 2.5kg. Compare that to a chain sling, which might weigh over 30kg for the same task — and you can immediately see the benefit in terms of handling and transportation.
These slings are also compact and easy to store. Their soft and pliable design makes them simple to fold, stack, or stow away without taking up much space.
Cost-Effective Without Compromise
While webbing slings are among the most affordable lifting solutions, they are by no means a weaker alternative. With a safety factor of 7:1, these slings are fully compliant with BS EN 1492 standards and offer a dependable lifting method across a wide array of applications. Their low price point makes them perfect for high-turnover environments or one-time use scenarios — particularly when using our single-use cargo web slings.
Gentle on Sensitive Loads
Chain slings or wire ropes can be abrasive and even damaging to sensitive materials like glass, polished metals, or painted components. In contrast, web slings provide a non-abrasive, non-marking surface that protects your cargo. Whether you're lifting fragile panels or valuable machinery, webbing slings give you peace of mind during every lift.
Applications of Webbing Slings
Webbing slings are trusted across multiple sectors, including:
- Construction and Engineering
- Offshore and Marine Operations
- Oil and Gas
- Aerospace and Defence
- Stage and Theatre Production
- Medical Manufacturing
- General Workshops and Maintenance Facilities
Whether you're hoisting turbine components, lifting delicate medical devices, or securing loads during transport, there's a webbing sling solution to fit.
Duplex Webbing Slings – The Industry Standard
Our standard Duplex Webbing Slings are manufactured from double-ply polyester webbing for added durability and load-bearing capability. Each sling is clearly labelled with its Working Load Limit (WLL), length, and safety information, ensuring compliance and confidence with every use.
Need something more specialized? We offer custom-length polyester slings, optional Velcro wear sleeves, and even ultra-high-performance Dyneema webbing slings, made from the world’s strongest synthetic fibre: Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE).
Trusted Brands – Built for Professionals
We’re proud suppliers of premium lifting slings from trusted names in the industry, including:
- LiftKing – Known for their heavy-duty slings and durable craftsmanship
- Sealey – Renowned for reliable, cost-effective lifting gear
- Spanset
- Yale
- Miller Weblift / Unitex
- Lifting Equipment Store’s own in-house range
These brands are known for rigorous testing, superior quality, and long-term dependability.
Custom Web Sling Solutions
Unlike many suppliers, our in-house capabilities allow us to manufacture custom webbing slings to your exact specifications — quickly and efficiently. Whether you need a flat belt sling with extended eyes, a single-use sling for export packing, or a bespoke solution for lifting irregular loads, we’re here to help.
From Simplex slings (single ply) to Duplex and even Quadruplex slings, we ensure all products meet stringent safety regulations and customer expectations. Our team is also able to advise on cut-resistant webbing options and slings designed for lifting in hazardous environments.
Need Help Choosing the Right Sling?
If you're unsure which sling best fits your lifting requirements, our knowledgeable sales team is on hand to offer expert advice. With years of experience supplying lifting gear to professionals across a wide range of industries, we’ll help you find the most effective, compliant, and budget-friendly solution.
Browse our full range of webbing slings today and discover why professionals trust LES - Lifting Equipment Store for safe and efficient lifting solutions. For bespoke options or bulk enquiries, contact us directly — we’ll be happy to assist.
