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Wondering what is stud link chain? Get all the details you need on its features, uses, and benefits in rigging and offshore work in this comprehensive guide.

Plastic chain strength depends on size and material, with load limits from 125 to 700 lbs. Find out how strong is plastic chain for your application.

Stud-link vs Studless Chains: Compare construction, advantages, and applications to select the right anchor chain for your marine project needs.

What is a chain boom? A chain boom is a heavy-duty linked barrier used for securing, containing, and moving materials in construction, marine, and logging.

Grade 70 vs Grade 80 Chain: Discover the differences in strength, durability, and safety features to choose the right chain for your lifting and rigging needs.

Learn about chain grades and their importance in industrial applications. Ensure safety and reliability with the right grade for lifting and securing loads.

Learn how to attach a hook to a chain safely with Powerful’s G80 and G100 hooks—trusted solutions for construction, marine, mining, oil & gas, and manufacturing industries worldwide.

Learn the Essential Steps for Chain Sling Inspection and Certification Procedures to Ensure Safety and Compliance in Rigging and Lifting Applications.

This article is the definitive guide to cutting wire rope without fraying. We reveal that the secret isn’t just the tool, but the preparation. We provide a detailed 4-step method for a perfect cut, compare the pros and cons of specialized cutters, angle grinders, and explain why you must never use bolt cutters. Follow this guide to get a clean, safe, and functional cut on any size of steel or galvanized wire rope.

Rotation-resistant wire rope is essential for safe, single-line lifting, but its complex design demands expert knowledge. This comprehensive guide from PowerFul Machinery covers its torque-balancing principles, how to analyze failure modes like birdcaging, and the safety-critical procedures for termination, giving engineers the insights needed to ensure reliability.

Fatigue resistance is arguably the most critical property for the safety and service life of wire rope in high-cycle applications. This comprehensive guide from the experts at Qingdao Powerful Machinery breaks down everything you need to know—from the science of metal fatigue and key influencing factors like D/d ratio, to making the right selection for your equipment to prevent failure and lower long-term costs.