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GRIPS – WIRE

WIRE GRIPS (MADE IN JAPAN)
ELECTRICAL, WINCHES, STRINGING & CABLE LAYING
Specifically designed for railway applications these patented “twist-grip”
feature prevents cable or conductor from getting damaged during the pulling process. This design works
especially well with dense or solid conductors or cables.
FEATURES
• All models are fitted with swing down safety latch as standard
• Convenient sized and special shaped pulling eyes to suit all brands of strap hoists.
• All gripping jaws are produced with new technology to increase jaw life.
• Grips are designed to be more cost effective by being able to be used over a wider range of cable diameters
• PATENTED “twist-grip” feature on models 40kN, AL-50kN, AL-60kN and “one handed trigger grip operation” on
smaller models (20-30kN)

WIRE GRIP QUICK SELECTION GUIDE
Every grip is proof tested before shipment to ensure quality, etched with serial number and date of
manufacture.
GRIP SELECTION

1. Determine the type of wire or conductor the Grip is to be used on, for example: Trolley Cable, bare Cu; Al;
ACsR, Guy Wire, Covered Conductor, ABC, steel Rod or Barbed wire.

2. Check the actual (OD) Outside Diameter of wire or conductor the Grip is to be used on.
3. What is the maximum working load limit (WLL) required (also refer to winch or puller capacity).
Always follow manufacturer’s safety instructions, especially with regards to regular inspection and maintenance.
Grip jaws must be cleaned regularly with a wire brush to avoid slippage and contamination build-up.
Contact your nearest sF branch for more detailed information.
TWIST GRIP FEATURE (PATENTED)

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ONE HANDED TRIGGER GRIP FEATURE (PATENTED – SMALLER MODELS ONLY)

PATENTED HI-TOOL GRIPS

252 SYDNEY Head Office (02) 9547 1844 Adelaide (08) 8352 8866 Brisbane (07) 3256 6011 Townsville (07) 4728 8756
Darwin (08) 8984 4453 Melbourne (03) 9761 4199 Perth (08) 9354 8544 Port Hedland (08) 9172 1113 Tasmania 0427 423 217