Ersin Gültekin

by Serdar Tavaslıoğlu Summary Car and counterweight sling calculation and design have a very important place in lift safety. However, as a habit in many manufacturing companies, the vertical and horizontal beams of the sling are always made with materials of the same thickness and dimensions. No changes are seen in sling sizes and profile thickness even though the lift sizes and rated load change. As a result, in the event of braking or seismic activity, major damage may occur to the slings.

Cars are components ensuring safe transportation of people and/or loads. Lift car designs are shaped according to needs, places of installation, standard requirements and aesthetic expectations. As in all designs, there are some basic requirements and principles that should be taken into consideration while designing cars. These requirements are of critical importance to come up with a successful design both aesthetically and functionally.