Fortis²® Heavy-Lift Slings
U.S. Patent No. 9,296,593 B2 – Singapore Patent No. 11201507689 – China Patent No. CN 105209368 – Australia Patent No. 2014239887 – AU South Africa Patent No. 2015/07153 – European Patent No. EP 2969881 – Saudi Arabia Patent No. 7209
Fortis2 Slings are heavy-lift, multipart slings made with our Unitrex XS Max Wear synthetic cable that has a core of High Modulus Polyethylene (HMPE) fiber encased with neoprene and a tough braided jacket of high-tenacity polyester. The result is a heavy-lift sling of Unitrex XS that has the durability and stiffness of a wire rope sling at a fraction of the weight.
- 80% lighter than a comparable wire rope sling
- Stiff enough to push under objects
- More durable than traditional fiber slings
- One person able to lift eye to crane hook
- Easy to inspect for damage
- Will not corrode or rust
- Will not soak up water or freeze
Read our case study to learn how Fortis² was developed for major North American shipyards.
The Chafe Pro® HB Series is constructed of multiple layers of FJORD, Inc.’s specially formulated and designed heavy-duty nylon weaves.
All Fortis2 models come with standard ChafePro HB Series chafe protection for the eye of the sling.
Abrasion testing has shown the Chafe-Pro HB Series to be more resistant to chafe abrasion than marine-grade fire hose and chafing gear made from such materials as HMPE, Kevlar®, etc.
- Chafe-Pro HB series multi-layer design
- Easily removable for inspection
- Chafe-Pro Shore Grip Technology on inner layer prevents slipping on eye
- Easy latch system for quick opening of the material
Fortis2 slings are tagged with the Etiflex tag.
- Ratings and warnings are molded into the tag, not printed
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Resistant to most solvents and petroleum products
- Excellent UV resistance and all temperature performance
- High-visibility, two-color design
- Labels will not stain or mildew
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Fortis²® Heavy-Lift Slings Specifications and Data
Rated capacity is based on 5:1 Design Factor