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Buy Webbing Slings: Lifting Slings and Webbing Slings According to EN 1492-1

Polyester webbing slings have different names – they are also referred to as lifting straps, duplex slings, eye-to-eye slings, or sleeve slings. Our webbing slings are manufactured according to the guidelines of the European EN standard 1492-1.

These webbing slings are specially designed for lifting and transporting heavy loads and find application in a variety of industries such as construction, the automotive industry, logistics, and mechanical engineering. They are an indispensable tool for companies that regularly deal with the lifting of materials or products. Due to their high load capacity and flexibility, they are particularly suitable for demanding lifting operations where conventional ropes or chains might reach their limits.

Furthermore, due to their material composition of polyester, they are particularly resistant to abrasion and weathering, which increases their longevity and reliability. With our webbing slings, you benefit from a safe and efficient solution for your lifting and transport requirements that meets the highest quality standards.

Webbing Slings and Lifting Sleeves Overview


We usually have standard sizes available from stock. If a size you need is not listed, please feel free to contact us!

Webbing Slings: Various Designs (Lifting Sleeves)

Our webbing slings or lifting sleeves are available in various designs. All webbing slings have reinforced loops at the sides (also called eyes).

The following load capacities are available for the webbing slings in our standard range:

  • 1000kg (Webbing sling 1t)
  • 2000kg (Webbing sling 2t)
  • 3000kg (Webbing sling 3t)
  • 4000kg (Webbing sling 4t)
  • 5000kg (Webbing sling 5t)
  • 6000kg (Webbing sling 6t)
The standard working lengths of our webbing slings are:
  • 1 meter (Webbing sling 1m)
  • 2 meters (Webbing sling 2m)
  • 3 meters (Webbing sling 3m)
  • 4 meters (Webbing sling 4m)
  • 5 meters (Webbing sling 5m)
  • 6 meters (Webbing sling 6m)
  • 8 meters (Webbing sling 8m)
All of our webbing slings exhibit high heat resistance and frost resistance. Feel free to contact us if you require more in-depth advice regarding textile lifting technology.

Typical Applications of a Webbing Sling

A webbing sling is used in a wide variety of industries, including:
  • Industry and mechanical engineering: For lifting operations with heavy machine parts, plant modules, or steel components.
  • Construction, assembly, and logistics: For lifting and positioning components, precast concrete parts, containers, or pallets.
  • Crafts and maintenance: For temporary lifting and transport situations where simple, reliable lifting gear is required.
The textile nature makes the webbing sling particularly suitable for applications where sensitive surfaces or variable load shapes must be taken into account.

Selection and Use – What to Look Out For?

To ensure that a webbing sling functions safely and meets workplace requirements, users should consider the following points:
  1. Load capacity and slinging method: The permissible WLL depends not only on the webbing sling itself, but also on the slinging method (e.g., straight pull, choked hitch, or multi-leg).
  2. Length and strap width: Depending on the load size and lifting height, choose the appropriate length and width of the webbing sling.
  3. Protection against sharp edges: Textile webbing slings are sensitive to sharp edges. The use of edge protectors or coatings extends the service life and increases safety.
  4. Regular inspection: Webbing slings should be checked for damage, abrasion, or chemical damage before each use.

Webbing Slings in Various Colors, Lengths, and Load Capacities

Our webbing slings are not only available in various load capacities, but also in different colors that are based on the load capacity. These color variations facilitate identification and are an important component of webbing sling identification.

Below we have broken down which color is used for which load capacity or resilience:

Load Capacity Color
500kg pink
1,000kg (1t) violet
1,500kg (1.5t) dark green
2,000kg (2t) green
3,000kg (3t) yellow
4,000kg (4t) gray
5,000kg (5t) red
6,000kg (6t) brown
8,000kg (8t) blue
from 10,000kg (10t) orange

All displayed products are webbing slings with loops. These are particularly useful for easy handling. In addition, we also have shorter variants in our range, which are referred to as "short webbing sling". Our textile webbing slings are manufactured from high-quality materials and offer excellent resistance to heat and frost.

As experts in load securing with years of experience in the industry, we are always available to provide you with comprehensive and individual advice. Our goal is to offer you the optimal solution for your specific lifting and transport needs. With our wide range and professional expertise, we can ensure that you find exactly the product that meets your requirements.
Disposable lifting slings attached to hooks for lifting pipes

Safe Lifting of Heavy Loads

Lifting slings are a reliable solution when heavy loads need to be safely lifted, moved, or repositioned. They are suitable for machines, components, pallets, steel parts, wooden elements, workpieces, and many other types of cargo. Thanks to their high load-bearing capacity and flexible design, textile lifting slings adapt well to different load geometries and enable controlled load handling. Lifting slings are indispensable, particularly in the construction, mechanical engineering, and industrial manufacturing sectors, where robust yet material-friendly lifting attachments are required. When used in combination with suitable lifting equipment, they support safe work procedures during the lifting, loading, and positioning of heavy goods.
Heavy-duty lifting sling is attached to hooks

Textile Lifting Technology That Protects Materials

A major advantage of polyester lifting slings is their soft, flexible surface. Compared to chains or wire ropes, lifting slings can handle delicate loads much more gently. This makes them particularly suitable for painted, coated, delicate, or pressure-sensitive goods where scratches and damage must be avoided. The reinforced loops provide additional stability at the attachment points that are subject to particularly high stress. At the same time, the lifting straps remain lightweight, easy to handle, and simple to transport. This makes them a practical solution for everyday use in workshops, warehouses, assembly areas, production facilities, and during transport.
Tractor is lifted using lifting slings

Lifting straps in various lengths and load capacities

Since lifting operations involve a wide range of requirements, lifting slings are available in various working lengths and load capacities. Short lifting slings are particularly suitable for compact loads and low lifting heights, while longer lifting slings offer greater flexibility when securing large or bulky goods. The load capacity is defined by the WLL rating and is a crucial factor in safely selecting the appropriate lifting equipment. At Sandax, you’ll find lifting slings for a wide range of applications—from light-duty lifting tasks to demanding heavy-duty applications. The color-coded labeling on the lifting slings allows for quick identification of the load capacity, which facilitates safe handling in everyday work. This provides companies with a flexible, standards-compliant, and cost-effective solution for textile lifting technology.

What Distinguishes a High-Quality Webbing Sling?

A professional webbing sling is characterized by the following features:
  • High load capacity and flexibility: Textile webbing slings made of polyester (PES) enable load capacities of several tons combined with a low dead weight.
  • Material-protecting load handling: Due to the wide support surface, a webbing sling distributes the weight evenly and thus reduces stress damage to the load.
  • Robust textile fibers: Polyester fabric is abrasion-resistant, weather-resistant, and resistant to many chemical influences, which leads to high durability.
  • Standard-compliant safety: Qualified webbing slings are manufactured according to DIN EN 1492-1/-2, with clearly marked nominal load capacity (WLL) and color coding according to the European standard.

Advantages of Webbing Slings Compared to Other Lifting Gear

In direct comparison to lashing chains or wire ropes, the webbing sling offers a number of practice-relevant advantages. Due to its textile, flat structure, a webbing sling rests particularly extensively on the load and thus ensures an even pressure distribution. This significantly reduces the risk of damage to sensitive surfaces – a clear advantage for painted, coated, or shape-sensitive components. At the same time, a webbing sling is significantly lighter than classic steel lifting accessories, which simplifies handling, reduces physical stress for users, and shortens setup times.

Another advantage lies in the high flexibility: A webbing sling adapts optimally to different load shapes and enables secure slinging methods even with irregular geometries. In contrast to rigid chains, no point loads occur. In addition, high-quality polyester webbing slings are corrosion-resistant, weather-insensitive, and resistant to many chemical influences. This makes them particularly durable and versatile – both indoors and outdoors.

Last but not least, the webbing sling convinces through a high degree of occupational safety. The clear identification of the load capacity, the standard-compliant production according to DIN EN 1492, as well as the simple visual inspection before use help to identify risks at an early stage. In summary, the webbing sling represents an efficient, safe, and material-protecting alternative to chains and wire ropes and has become an indispensable part of modern lifting technology.

Frequently Asked Questions About Webbing Slings

Below you will find important questions and answers about webbing slings, flat lifting slings, eye-to-eye slings, and their safe use when lifting and moving heavy loads.

What is a webbing sling?

A webbing sling is a textile lifting accessory used to lift, move, and position loads. It is usually made from high-strength polyester and often features reinforced eyes at both ends. Webbing slings are also known as flat lifting slings, lifting straps, eye-to-eye lifting slings, or eye-to-eye slings.

What are webbing slings used for?

Webbing slings are used in construction, logistics, mechanical engineering, assembly, industry, warehousing, and transport. They are suitable for lifting machinery, structural components, pallets, containers, steel components, and other heavy goods. They are particularly useful when loads need to be lifted with minimal damage to their surfaces.

What are the advantages of polyester webbing slings?

Polyester webbing slings are lightweight, flexible, abrasion-resistant, and easy to handle. Their soft surface can be gentler on delicate loads than chains or wire ropes. At the same time, they offer high lifting capacities and are resistant to moisture and many common weather conditions.

What does WLL mean for webbing slings?

WLL stands for Working Load Limit and indicates the maximum permissible lifting capacity of a webbing sling under specified conditions. It defines the load that can be safely lifted when the sling is used correctly. Sandax offers webbing slings with WLL ratings including 1 t, 2 t, 3 t, and 4 t.

How do I choose the right working length for a webbing sling?

The appropriate working length depends on the load dimensions, lifting points, crane hook, hitch configuration, and required sling angle. The Sandax product range includes webbing slings with working lengths of 1 m, 2 m, 3 m, 4 m, 5 m, and 6 m. Webbing slings must not be knotted or shortened using unapproved methods.

What is the difference between a webbing sling and a round sling?

A webbing sling is flat and often has reinforced eyes at both ends. A round sling is an endless, tubular lifting sling with a load-bearing core. Webbing slings provide a wide contact surface and are particularly suitable when loads need to be supported over a larger area and lifted in a controlled manner.

Why do webbing slings have reinforced eyes?

Reinforced eyes protect the sections of a webbing sling that experience high stresses during lifting. They improve durability, help distribute loads, and reduce wear at contact points with crane hooks, shackles, or other lifting attachments. The eyes should be inspected for damage before every use.

Which standard applies to webbing slings?

Webbing slings are generally manufactured in accordance with DIN EN 1492-1. This standard specifies requirements for flat woven webbing slings made from man-made fibres, including marking, lifting capacity, safety requirements, and testing. Always check the identification label for the applicable standard before use.

What does the colour of a webbing sling indicate?

The colour of a webbing sling often provides a quick indication of its lifting capacity. For example, green commonly indicates 2 t and yellow indicates 3 t. However, the identification label is always the authoritative source, as it specifies the WLL, working length, applicable standard, manufacturer, and other safety-critical information.

Can webbing slings be used over sharp edges?

Webbing slings must not be used over sharp edges without suitable protection. Appropriate edge protection is required when lifting loads with corners, rough surfaces, or sharp edges to prevent damage to the polyester webbing. Without edge protection, cuts or abrasion can dangerously reduce the sling's lifting capacity.

How should I inspect a webbing sling before use?

Before each use, inspect the webbing, stitching, eyes, protective fabric, and identification label. Cuts, severe abrasion, damaged stitching, deformation, chemical damage, heat damage, or an illegible label are clear warning signs. Damaged webbing slings must be removed from service.

Can I buy webbing slings directly from Sandax?

Yes, you can buy webbing slings and flat lifting slings directly from the Sandax online shop. Standard sizes are generally available from stock. If the required WLL, working length, or configuration is not listed, Sandax can provide expert advice and help you find a suitable solution for your application.