Axemen! new technology here.

[pdqdl]

I found this report on synthetic rope while researching something else. I don't use wire rope in my operations, but I know that some of you guys do.

This is basically a report on the comparative strength of the new sythetic ropes (spectra & equivalent) and how to fasten them. The article is specifically geared towards the lumber harvesting industry. Enjoy!

http://www.cbs.state.or.us/osha/pdf/grants/osu/usingsynthrope.pdf

Here is a complete "how-to" guide.

http://www.cbs.state.or.us/osha/pdf/grants/osu/rigandopguide.pdf

I suspect that these helpful documents are sponsored by the rope industry, seeking to move some sales.

 

[beowulf343]

I've got amsteel on my chipper winch-love the stuff!

 

[pdqdl]

Really ? Doesn't that stuff cost a fortune ?

I would think that the steel cable dragging along the ground would last a lot longer than the amsteel. I wouldn't think there was any advantage to that lighter rope for just a short haul on a chipper winch.

Tell me more?

 

[beowulf343]

Ok, the abrasion is a bit of an issue. I've got a couple choker chains we hook the amsteel into-helps a bit. But frankly, spent too many years as a kid on the ass end of skidders. Too many years of hands getting cut up by cable. Amsteel is just easier to work with, especially if you use your winch on a daily basis. Besides, the end starts getting worn, cut a couple feet off and resplice. As to the cost-well, i've got a heck of alot more tied up in climbing lines alone. If it makes a hard job a little easier, it's worth the extra cost imo.

 

[pdqdl]

Ok, the abrasion is a bit of an issue. I've got a couple choker chains we hook the amsteel into-helps a bit. But frankly, spent too many years as a kid on the ass end of skidders. Too many years of hands getting cut up by cable. Amsteel is just easier to work with, especially if you use your winch on a daily basis. Besides, the end starts getting worn, cut a couple feet off and resplice. As to the cost-well, i've got a heck of alot more tied up in climbing lines alone. If it makes a hard job a little easier, it's worth the extra cost imo.

I hadn't considered the prickly nature of the cable. I'll bet that makes a big difference in how the guys like dragging the cable/rope around.