3″ Nylon Sling D/P

3 Inch Nylon Sling Double-Ply Eye and Eye Flat Webbing Sling for Overhead Lifting in the UAE

A rigging crew that regularly lifts structural steel, fabricated skids, and precast elements learns quickly that the choice of sling width and ply makes a real difference to how the job goes. The 3-inch nylon sling double ply delivers a rated working load limit of 3 tonnes in a straight vertical hitch, a meaningful step up from the 2 inch unit, with the wider sling body spreading the bearing load across a 75mm contact width that reduces concentrated edge pressure on sensitive load surfaces. The double ply construction doubles the webbing wall thickness compared to a single ply sling of the same width, which adds real resistance to abrasion and surface wear across the repeated lift cycles that characterise active UAE construction and industrial work schedules. A 5 to 1 minimum design factor sits behind the rated load at every standard hitch configuration, giving the sling meaningful reserve strength above its operating load throughout its service life.

The nylon webbing material throughout the sling body and stitched eye loops runs at 100 per cent synthetic fibre, which gives the sling a combination of flexibility, shock absorption, and surface-safe contact that rigid rigging alternatives cannot match. A 3 inch nylon flat webbing sling wraps around irregular load profiles, flanged bodies, and fabricated assemblies without the sling body kinking or pulling out of shape under load. Nylon absorbs shock loading better than polyester and retains a greater percentage of its rated capacity after water exposure, making it a practical choice for outdoor lifts and marine deck operations across the UAE’s coastal industrial facilities. The flat eye and eye format keeps both loop eyes in the same plane as the sling body, which maintains a low profile at the crane hook attachment point and makes sling removal straightforward from beneath a set load without rolling or sliding the body free.

UAE project teams on structural construction contracts in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah reach for the 3 inch double ply nylon sling as the standard general purpose option on structural steel and precast concrete lifts that run between 1.5 tonnes and 3 tonnes in vertical hitch. Oil and gas maintenance facilities across Abu Dhabi and Ruwais specify nylon flat slings on process equipment maintenance lifts where surface protection matters and where the sling must perform reliably across peak UAE summer ambient temperatures without performance loss. Shipyard crews operating in Jebel Ali and Hamriyah Free Zone use nylon webbing slings on hull section assembly and deck equipment positioning because the flat body prevents the score marks that wire rope leaves across painted and coated surfaces during the lift cycle.

Sonasa Trading stocks the 3 inch nylon sling double ply across eight standard lengths from 2 metres through to 12 metres, with pricing starting from Dhs. 27 for the 2 metre unit and reaching Dhs. 133 for the 12 metre length. Trade accounts and wholesale lifting sling orders UAE attract volume pricing from quantity orders upward.

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Key Features

• Double ply nylon webbing construction with a 5 to 1 minimum design factor at vertical hitch, giving a 3 tonne rated WLL that covers the full range of standard mid-weight construction and industrial lifts across UAE sites
• Eye and eye flat configuration orients both loop eyes in the plane of the sling body for low-profile hook engagement and clean removal from beneath a placed load without prying or levering the sling body free
• 75mm (3 inch) webbing width spreads the bearing load across a wider contact area than 2 inch slings, which reduces edge pressure on precast concrete faces, coated pipe surfaces, and fabricated steel sections during the lift cycle
• 100 per cent synthetic nylon fibre body absorbs dynamic and shock loading without permanent deformation, performing more reliably than rigid rigging alternatives on irregular and flanged load profiles at standard UAE site temperatures
• Non-abrasive webbing surface protects finished metal, painted, coated, and polished load surfaces during the full lift cycle, where wire rope or chain contact would cause score marks or coating damage
• Rated for use in vertical hitch, choker hitch, and basket hitch configurations, giving rigging supervisors flexibility across different load geometries and crane hook setups on the same job
• Eight available lengths from 2 metres to 12 metres cover the full range of standard UAE site lifting requirements, from compact workshop lifts to long-reach crane work on high-rise construction and large industrial facilities

Variant and Length Options

Length	Width	Ply	WLL Vertical Hitch	WLL Basket Hitch	WLL Choker Hitch	Price (Dhs.)
2 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	27.00
3 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	37.00
4 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	47.00
5 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	57.00
6 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	66.00
8 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	88.00
10 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	110.00
12 metres	3 inch (75mm)	Double Ply	3 tonnes	6 tonnes	2.4 tonnes	133.00

WLL values shown are for straight vertical hitch at 0 degrees sling angle. Reduce rated load according to the applicable angle factor when the sling runs at angles below 90 degrees to the horizontal. Never exceed the rated WLL under any operating condition. Prices shown are indicative. Contact Sonasa for current trade pricing on bulk and wholesale quantities.

 

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Flat Eye and Eye Double Ply Nylon Webbing Lifting Sling
Sling Width	3 inch (75mm)
Ply Construction	Double Ply (D/P), duplex webbing body
Material	100 per cent synthetic nylon fibre webbing and stitching thread
WLL Vertical Hitch	3 tonnes
WLL Basket Hitch	6 tonnes (2 x vertical hitch WLL)
WLL Choker Hitch	2.4 tonnes (80 per cent of vertical hitch WLL)
Design Factor	5 to 1 minimum
Eye Type	Flat eye and eye, both eyes in the plane of the sling body
Available Lengths	2m, 3m, 4m, 5m, 6m, 8m, 10m, 12m
Hitch Compatibility	Vertical, basket, and choker hitch configurations
Working Temperature Range	Minus 40 degrees C to plus 90 degrees C
Chemical Resistance	Resistant to most dilute acids and alkalis; confirm compatibility with specific chemicals before use on process equipment
UV Resistance	Moderate; inspect slings used in prolonged outdoor sun exposure more frequently and replace at shorter intervals
Certification Standard	EN 1492-1 compliant flat webbing sling
Identification	Colour coded safety tag displaying WLL, width, ply, and length
Price Range (Dhs.)	Dhs. 27.00 (2 metre) to Dhs. 133.00 (12 metre)

Applications

Construction and Civil Engineering

Structural rigging teams across active UAE construction projects use the 3-inch double ply nylon sling as the standard general purpose overhead lifting sling on steel beams, precast concrete panels, formwork frames, and bundled rebar sections positioned by tower crane or mobile crane. The 75mm bearing width spreads the contact load across a wider surface than a 2 inch sling, which reduces corner pressure on precast panel faces and prevents the edge cracking that narrower slings or wire rope cause when the load hangs off a single concentrated contact point. Rigging supervisors on mid-rise and high-rise projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi specify nylon flat webbing slings on any structural lift where the architect or structural engineer requires the load surface to arrive undamaged at the installation point.

Oil and Gas and Petrochemical

Process plant maintenance crews at Abu Dhabi onshore facilities and Ruwais petrochemical plants lift pump bodies, valve assemblies, heat exchanger bundles, and instrumentation skids with nylon webbing slings because the material does not spark on contact with flanged steel pipe, generates no metal-to-metal noise in ATEX-classified areas, and absorbs the minor shock loads that occur when a suspended load swings during final positioning. The 3 inch width gives the sling a more stable contact footprint on cylindrical and flanged bodies compared to narrower options, which reduces the tendency of the sling to slip or rotate under load during the positioning phase of the lift.

Marine and Shipbuilding

Shipyard operators and marine contractors at Jebel Ali and Hamriyah Free Zone deploy the 3 inch double ply flat sling on deck equipment moves, lifeboat davit assembly lifts, and hull section positioning where painted and coated surfaces need full protection across every lift cycle. A steel wire rope sling drags score marks through even heavy industrial paint coatings on contact. The nylon flat body sits cleanly against the load surface and releases without damage when the lift completes. The eye and eye flat format removes easily from beneath deck equipment once set down, which keeps turnaround time between lifts efficient on a shipyard production schedule.

Warehousing and Logistics

Warehouse supervisors and logistics operators across Dubai Investment Park and Jebel Ali Free Zone use 3-inch nylon flat webbing slings with overhead craneways and forklift tine attachments to position heavy machinery, packaged equipment, and large-format palletised loads that standard forklift pockets cannot access directly. The basket hitch configuration running two 3-inch double ply slings under a single machine base gives a 6 tonne combined rated capacity per sling pair, which handles most standard warehouse machinery positioning and plant installation jobs without stepping up to heavier and more expensive rigging.

Manufacturing and Fabrication

Fabrication shops and manufacturing facilities across the UAE industrial zones lift machined components, steel plate sections, and fully assembled structures on overhead cranes using the 3-inch nylon sling D/P as a reliable general-purpose sling on routine lifts up to 3 tonnes vertical. The sling body takes up minimal rack space in a busy fabrication shop, cleans easily after contact with cutting fluid or mild chemical contamination, and gives a rigging supervisor an instant read on sling body condition during pre-use inspection in a way that wire rope never allows. Cuts, heat damage, abrasion thinning, and chemical staining all present visibly on nylon webbing before they develop into a structural failure risk.

In Stock at Dubai Warehouse. Same-Day Dispatch on Orders Before 2PM. GCC Delivery Available.

Stock of the 3 inch nylon sling double ply in all eight length options sits at the Sonasa Dubai warehouse in Baniyas Square, Deira. Orders confirmed before 2PM dispatch the same working day on tracked delivery. GCC lifting equipment delivery covers Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain on standard freight transit times. Contact the Sonasa wholesale team on WhatsApp for bulk lifting sling pricing UAE and trade account rates on volume and repeat orders.

Safety and Certification

Pre-Use Inspection Requirements

Every nylon flat webbing sling requires a full visual inspection before each lift. The appointed lifting supervisor must run the complete sling length through their hands and check both faces of the webbing body for cuts, abrasion wear, chemical staining, heat damage, and UV degradation. Inspect the eye loop bearing points at both ends where contact with the crane hook concentrates the highest load during the lift cycle. A sling showing cuts that penetrate more than 10 per cent of the webbing width across any section, any visible burn marks or heat discolouration, chemical bleaching, or distortion at the eye bearing points must come out of service immediately and get destroyed to prevent accidental reuse on any future lift.

INSPECTION REQUIREMENT: Remove any nylon webbing sling from service immediately on discovery of cuts deeper than 10 per cent of webbing width, heat burns or discolouration, chemical damage, missing or illegible identification tags, or visible distortion at the eye loop bearing points. Do not attempt to repair a damaged sling. Replace it before the next lift.

⚠ CRITICAL SAFETY: Never exceed the rated working load limit shown on the sling identification tag. Reduce the rated WLL according to the applicable angle factor when slings run at angles below 90 degrees to the horizontal. Do not use nylon slings in direct contact with strong acids, oxidising agents, or bleach-based chemicals without confirming material compatibility first. Nylon slings are not suitable for sustained use in contact with temperatures above 90 degrees C. Do not use as a primary load restraint on road, sea, or air freight vehicles in place of certified cargo strapping or rated load bars.

Product specifications are subject to change between production batches. Verify sling identification tag data at point of receipt. Sonasa Trading recommends that all lifting operations using webbing slings comply with applicable UAE and GCC lifting regulations, including appointment of a competent lifting supervisor and maintenance of a current lifting equipment register at the operating facility.

Technical Data

Parameter	Value
Sling Standard	EN 1492-1 Flat Webbing Sling for General Lifting Service
Minimum Design Factor	5 to 1
WLL Vertical (0 degrees)	3.0 tonnes
WLL Basket (90 degrees)	6.0 tonnes
WLL Choker	2.4 tonnes
WLL at a 60-degree sling angle	2.6 tonnes (angle factor 0.866)
WLL at 45-degree sling angle	2.12 tonnes (angle factor 0.707)
WLL at 30-degree sling angle	1.5 tonnes (angle factor 0.500)
Minimum Breaking Strength	15 tonnes (5 x WLL at vertical hitch)
Operating Temperature	Minus 40 degrees C to plus 90 degrees C
Colour Code	Yellow (standard identification for 3 tonne vertical WLL rating)
Eye Width	Flat, matching sling body width at 75mm
Inspection Frequency	Pre-use visual inspection before every lift, periodic thorough examination per local regulation

Additional Information

Field	Details
Brand	Generic Industrial Grade, supplied by Sonasa Trading CO LLC
Product Category	Lifting Sling, Synthetic Flat Webbing Sling, Rigging Accessory
Material	100 per cent synthetic nylon webbing and stitching thread
Ply	Double Ply (D/P), duplex webbing body construction
Width	3 inch (75mm)
Working Load Limit	3 tonnes vertical hitch, 6 tonnes basket hitch, 2.4 tonnes choker hitch
Safety Standard	EN 1492-1, 5 to 1 minimum design factor
Eye Configuration	Flat eye and eye, both eyes oriented in the plane of the sling body
Available Lengths	2m, 3m, 4m, 5m, 6m, 8m, 10m, 12m
Price Range	Dhs. 27.00 per 2 metre unit to Dhs. 133.00 per 12 metre unit
Hitch Types	Vertical, basket, and choker
Application Industries	Construction, oil and gas, marine, manufacturing, fabrication, warehousing
Storage	Store in a clean, dry location away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and chemical vapours. Hang slings on designated pegs or racks rather than coiling on the floor.
Maintenance	Clean with fresh water after exposure to chemicals or abrasive material. Allow to air dry fully before storage. Do not use bleach or solvent-based cleaning agents on nylon webbing.
Supplier	Sonasa Trading CO LLC, Baniyas Square, Deira, Dubai
WhatsApp Wholesale	plus 971 4 2213749