Sterling BARC 2.0 Rigging Web Chain

The Sterling BARC 2.0 rigging web chain is a webbing sling with a series of loops, giving you several connection points along its length. Riggers use a web chain to set an anchor or attach to a piece at the length they need without tying knots.

How a web chain helps rigging

Wrapping an anchor or a piece of wood with a fixed-length sling often leaves you with too much or too little tail. A web chain gives you a choice of loops, so you can choke or basket around different diameters and clip in at the right length. It is quick to set and quick to remove when the piece is down.

Check the working load and choking ratings on the label and in Sterling's instructions. More slings are in heavy-duty slings.

Webbing slings are lighter than rope slings of similar strength and lie flatter on the stem, which some riggers prefer for wrapping trunks and spars. A web chain adds flexibility on top of that, which is useful when you are rigging on stems of varying size during a removal.

Rig within the ratings

Rigging loads can be far higher than the weight of the piece once it is moving. Plan the rig, use components with matching ratings, and keep slings away from sharp edges and chainsaw chain. Follow ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions.

Inspect the webbing and stitching before each use for cuts, abrasion, heat damage and chemical contamination. Retire a sling that is damaged or has taken a shock load beyond its rating.

Store slings clean and dry, out of sunlight, and keep a record of their use along with the rest of your rigging gear.