OVERVIEW
An off shore wind installation contractor upgraded from traditional single-leg lifting slings to engineered 3-leg wire rope slings designed for heavy, multi-point turbine component lifts.
The change improved load stability, reduced sling wear, enhanced lifting safety, and ensured reliable offshore operations in harsh marine environments under strict safety, weather, and scheduling constraints.
CHALLENGES
- Load stability during complex multi-point offshore turbine lifts
- Uneven sling loading causing premature wire rope wear
- High inspection and replacement rates across loss-prone slings
- Increased safety risks during critical heavy component installations
SOLUTION
By adopting 3-leg wire rope slings, the contractor achieved balanced load distribution, greater lifting control, longer single service life, faster rigging, and improved safety margins.
The upgrade reduce inspections, minimised replacement frequency, lowered downtime risk, and supported consistent project execution across multiple offshore wind installations.
BENEFITS
- Lifting Reliability Improvements: Balanced 3-leg sling design reduced load movement by 60 percent during turbine lifts offshore.
- Safety & Cost Impacts: Zero sling-related incidents achieved and total lifting accessory costs cut by 35 percent.
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