If your job requires heavy lifting, then Polyester Flat Webbing Sling you'll know that a sling is required to lift heavy loads. However, the different types of slings can be incredibly overwhelming, and when working in potentially dangerous conditions, it is vital that you use the appropriate safety lifting equipment for the job to minimise risk. Webbing Slings and Round Slings are two of the most popular sling types, but what is the difference between two?

Which one should you use, and what are their benefits? We will discuss the pros and cons of both Polyester Webbing Slings and Round Slings, and find out ultimately which sling is right for the job, in today's blog post.Webbing slings are usually made from polyester, and are designed to lift heavy loads. Our range of polyester webbing slings in particular is suitable for loads from 0 - 6 tonnes. Webbing slings are flexible, lightweight and have a wide bearing surface, which helps protect the load you are lifting.

Webbing slings are the most popular type of slings, and their stretchy characteristics help minimise shock loading problems. You'll more than likely find polyester webbing slings in the maintenance department of every manufacturing environment. As well as offering a range of webbing slings, we also offer a variety of hooks to support them too.Round Slings are an endless loop of yarns, covered by a woven tubular jacket. Our range of round slings can lift anywhere between 1 to 30 tonnes, so naturally the round sling is a preferable option if you have to lift a load exceeding 6 tonnes.

All of the load-bearing polyester yarns in the round slings have a protective polyester sleeve, ensuring product durability and safety when lifting heavy loads. Each of our round slings has a different weight capacity, so make sure you're ordering the correct product for the weight limit you require to avoid any potential risks.So there you have it! Webbing Slings vs. Round Slings. Round slings are preferable for heavier loads, but with lighter loads, it's up to your personal preference which sling to go for, though webbing slings seem to be the most popular. Remember to check the weight capacity of any of our lifting slings before purchase - each sling has a different weight limit and this is essential for safety when lifting heavy loads.