Stronger than steel

摘要

Honeywell high-strength Spectra fibre is a key component in enabling Holloway Houston's Hhiper Lift roundslings to hoist offshore construction loads weighing up to four million pounds and recover deepwater equipment.Neutrally buoyant,Spectra fiber is claimed to be 15 times stronger than steel and suited to marine environments as it does not absorb moisture or deteriorate in water,and can withstand cold ocean temperatures.Compared to,Hhiper Lift slings using Spectra fibre are said to be more than 80% lighter than traditional steel slings at the same load rating,permitting light lift machinery operable by one person.