Wire Rope Services
WIRE ROPE SERVICES
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Our services include addressing recurring issues, conducting rigorous lifting equipment inspections, performing stringent testing, and maintaining detailed rope records.
MAGNETIC ROPE TESTING (MRT)
LiftQuip offers advanced non-destructive testing services, including Magnetic Rope Testing (MRT), to support visual inspections. Magnetic Rope Testing (MRT) is a method of checking for defects and deterioration in steel wire ropes. MRT works by fully magnetising a section of rope and then detecting and measuring changes to the magnetic field caused by broken wires, corrosion, wear or mechanical damage. As wire ropes age, their strength diminishes, potentially leading to failure and catastrophic consequences. MRT equipment is lightweight and portable, allowing in-service testing.
LUBRICATION SERVICES
Periodic lubrication extends wire rope life by replacing the original lubricant applied during manufacturing, which diminishes over time.
VISUAL INSPECTIONS
Visual inspections, required by Australian Standards, are an affordable way to identify external defects like nicks, corrosion, or heat damage. Our trained technicians go beyond wire rope inspections to assess the entire application, including sheaves and winch drums, identifying causes of damage and ensuring compliance with standards.
PROOF LOAD & BREAK TESTING
Wire rope assemblies used for lifting must be proof load tested before use and, in some cases, annually. LiftQuip offers both on-site and in-house proof load and break testing to ensure compliance and safety.
We provide thorough inspections of plant and rope systems
to minimise equipment downtime.
SPLICING SERVICES
We provide expert splicing services in line with Australian Standards like AS 2319. Splicing joins rope ends securely, maintaining strength and reliability for safe operations.
CROPPING & TESTING
Common in mining applications, cropping adjusts contact points between ropes and sheaves to reduce fatigue and extend rope life. It’s a practical solution for enhancing rope longevity.
SCIENTIFIC SERVICES
Our scientific services analyse rope characteristics, identify causes of failure, and recommend improvements for increased durability. This data helps to optimise equipment performance.
DESTRUCTIVE TESTING
Destructive testing ensures wire rope assemblies meet Australian Standards before use and after periodic assessments. LiftQuip offers on-site and in-house testing for comprehensive safety checks.
CUTTING, RE-ROPING, & INSTALLATION SERVICES
  WIRE ROPE CUTTING SERVICES
Accurate cutting is crucial for maintaining safe and functional lifting systems. LiftQuip’s cutting services follow Australian Standards AS 1418 (Cranes, Hoists, and Winches) and AS 2319 (Wire Rope Slings) to ensure ropes meet the required dimensions and load capacities.
  RE-ROPING SERVICES
Replacing worn or damaged wire ropes enhances safety and efficiency. LiftQuip ensures compliance with AS 1418 and AS 2319, using high-quality ropes suitable for their intended use.
  INSTALLATION SERVICES
Proper wire rope installation ensures safe, reliable operation of lifting systems. LiftQuip follows AS 2359 (Powered Industrial Trucks) and AS 4344 (Safety Requirements for Lifting Equipment) for all installations.
OTHER SERVICES
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