A safety alert came across my desk concerning polyester lifting slings from China. The slings are supposed to have a red colored yarn in the center. If you can see that red yarn, it is an indication that the sling is damaged and should not be used. One contractor happened to notice that the red yarn was absent and, upon further checking (and destructive examination), found that none of their slings had the warning yarn. An immediate notice was sent out to stop using any polyester slings manufactured in China.
The slings in question were sold by S-Line, a major supplier of lifting and tie-down gear to the transportation industry.
I've blogged before about the quality of Chinese manufactured goods. A label that says "Made in China" should send off warning bells.
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