Basic Sling Types All slings made and tested in Canada by Unirope® Hitches
Vertical Choker Basket

Type 1: UNI-LINK®

Web Fitting functions both as a triangle and choker. No more need to position the sling before choking the load. Fits larger crane hooks than TC and TT sling fittings.

Type 1: TC Slings

Slings with a triangle on one end and with a slotted triangle (the choker) on the other end. Choice of lightweight aluminum or durable steel fittings.

Type 2: TT Slings

Slings with a triangle at both ends. Used in vertical and basket hitches only. Choice of lightweight aluminum or durable steel fittings.

Type 3: EE Slings

Slings with an eye at both ends. Choice of straight or tapered eyes. (tapered eyes are standard for 3″ web-width and up).
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Type 4: EE Slings

Same basic type as Type 3 but eyes are twisted to a right angle to the sling body. (tapered eyes are standard for 2" web-width and up).
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Type 5: EN Slings

Endless slings, sometimes also referred to as grommet slings. The most versatile sling.

Type 6: RE Slings

Return eye sling, also referred to as reversed eye sling. Sling body is formed by 2 parts of webbing sewn side by side using a cordura tube which protects not only the sling edges, but the entire sling body.