Chapter 6 Flashcards

Sling Angles

1
Q

What is the tension on the sling equal to when a single sling in a vertical configuration supports a load?

A

The load weight

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2
Q

What happens when the sling angle decreases?

A

The tension on each sling increases substantially.

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3
Q

How can Sling Tension be calculated?

A

Sling Tension = (Sling Length/Sling Height) x (Weight/# of Slings)

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4
Q

When are Sling Angles most commonly encountered?

A

When Lifting Wire Reels or when installing Transformers

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5
Q

When installing a Overhead Transformer how should a sling be installed?

A

The sling must be as short as possible yo maximize the lift to allow room below the conductors for the derrick.

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6
Q

What does a skilled lineworker know?

A

That Sling Angles can create tension that far exceed the weight of the load being lifted.

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