Where are Steel Wires Cables Used

Steel Wire Cables can be seen all around us, even if we may not always register it!

It is commonly used to lift or support objects but can sometimes just be used for aesthetic purposes or as a safety barrier and can have many advantages.

Probably one of the most common industries to utilise it is the lifting equipment industry where it’s frequently used to lift or support heavy loads and can be seen on a variety of equipment including cranes, winch rope, hoists and as lifting slings.

Another common area they are used is in lifts to raise and lower the lift compartment. This can be in office buildings as well as cable cars, ski lifts, railways and other types of aerial lift.

Even aviation and marine industries along with water and sewage treatment facilities use it -though often the stainless-steel variety due to its high corrosion resistance.

Steel cable is also often used for architectural purposes as it is known for its strength, versatility and aesthetic properties. A common example is suspension bridges.

Other examples include guard rails, security cables, decking rope and home maintenance, including washing lines and lock systems.

However, these are often plastic coated for extra handling protection and flexibility. It’s also used in the home for suspended staircases and bookshelves to create a modern feel as well as in certain types of fencing, decking and barriers for protective purposes.

One of the reasons for the wide range of uses is the different end fittings that can be attached to the rope to enable them to fit to any anchor point and also to adjust to the required tension.