Wire rope is an important load-bearing element used for hoisting, traction and elevator. It is made of multiple strands of fine steel wire and has relatively high strength and durability, but it also needs attention to maintenance during use. The following are the matters needing attention during wire rope maintenance:

1、 Keep dry

The wire rope is vulnerable to moisture and moisture, so it needs to be kept dry during storage and use. If the wire rope is immersed in water or exposed to wet environment, it will accelerate its corrosion and fatigue damage and shorten its service life. During storage and use, the steel wire rope should be avoided to be exposed to damp environment as much as possible, and the steel wire rope protective sleeve, plastic cloth and other methods can be used for protection.

2、 Regular cleaning

After long-term use, the wire rope will accumulate dust, oil and other debris, which will increase the friction resistance of the wire rope and affect its service life. Therefore, regular cleaning is required to remove surface dirt. During cleaning, soft brush, low pressure water gun and other methods can be used to clean the wire rope to avoid excessive cleaning, so as to avoid causing wear and damage to the surface of the wire rope.

3、 Check surface wear

During use, the surface of wire rope will be worn due to repeated friction and scraping. In case of serious wear, the strength and durability of the wire rope will be affected, and it needs to be replaced in time. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly check the wear of the wire rope surface. If it exceeds the standard requirements, it is necessary to replace the wire rope with a new one. In the process of use, attention should also be paid to prevent other tools or debris from scratching and wearing the surface of the wire rope.

4、 Pay attention to maintenance of lifting machinery

Wire rope is an important load-bearing element in lifting machinery. Its service life depends not only on its own quality and maintenance, but also on the use and maintenance of lifting machinery. Therefore, when using the lifting machinery, it is necessary to pay attention to the maintenance and use of the lifting machinery, regularly check and replace the vulnerable parts of the lifting machinery, and ensure the normal operation of the crane. In addition, during the lifting operation, attention should also be paid to avoid excessive tension and bending of the wire rope, so as to avoid damage to the wire rope.

5、 Regular inspection

Regular inspection is an important part of wire rope maintenance. Through regular inspection, problems in the wire rope can be found in time and measures can be taken to deal with them. The time interval of regular inspection shall be determined according to the specific situation. Generally speaking, it is more appropriate to carry out inspection once a quarter or half a year. The inspection contents include the appearance, surface wear, corrosion degree and other aspects of the steel wire rope. The strength and safety performance of the steel wire rope shall be checked through instrument inspection.

6、 Pay attention to operation specifications

When using and maintaining the wire rope, it is also necessary to pay attention to the operation specifications, especially when carrying out the lifting operation. Operators need to undergo professional training and examination, understand the use specifications and precautions of wire rope, comply with safe operation procedures, and prevent accidents and wire rope damage caused by improper operation.

To sum up, the steel wire rope is an important load-bearing element. During the use and maintenance process, attention should be paid to many aspects, including keeping dry, regular cleaning, checking surface wear, paying attention to the maintenance of lifting machinery, regular inspection and paying attention to the operation specifications. As long as the wire rope can be well maintained, the service life of the wire rope can be extended and the work can be carried out smoothly.