Wire Ropes show up everywhere in our modern world, from the bridges we drive over to the lights in our office spaces. With so many possible applications, and with an increasing focus on safety and durability, it’s important to consider where your general purpose wire rope is made before you choose to purchase for your next project, big or small.
What is General Purpose Wire Rope?
General Purpose Wire Rope is just that: Wire rope of varying materials and constructions used in general applications, most commonly in lifting, hoisting, pulling, and securing. Most often these ropes are made with a carbon steel, either bare (bright) or Zinc Coated (Galvanized), offering an economical balance between strength, flexibility, corrosion resistance, and cost. Individual strand and wire counts vary depending upon the needs of the applications, and basic metallurgy and historical data is used to develop standard breaking strengths and working loads used on the Wire Rope Industry.
Important Considerations when choosing a General Purpose Wire Rope manufacturer
There are many potential sources for your General Purpose Wire Rope. In our global economy, commercial products can be purchased literally anywhere in the world. But before you buy based solely on Price and Delivery, do take the following 3 potential risks into consideration:
All of the above risks can be controlled through working with a Domestic Wire Rope manufacturer. Strandcore, with its more than 40 years of experience making General Purpose Wire Rope here in the USA is the first choice for customers that need the highest quality, fast lead times, and the technical and industry support that comes from being a true craftsman. Learn more about our products by visiting our General Purpose Wire Rope page on the new Strandcore.com, or contact us directly for a quote on your next project.