•• Easy to inspect and repair, chain slings are a long service life option tough enough to do the job for years to come.•GRADE 100 ALLOY – Most commonly used for overhead lifting applications due to its excellent energy absorption properties and strength to weight ratio.•SLING HOOK – These slings have a safety latch and are most commonly used when a lifting chain eye is provided on the load. There are numerous configurations available for various attachment points, load sizes and overhead lifting circumstances.