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Joining Links

High-strength UHMWPE textile joining links designed as lightweight, flexible replacements for steel shackles. Built to withstand extreme loads, bending fatigue, and harsh working environments.

UHMWPE Joining Links are engineered as a high performance alternative to steel shackles, offering exceptional strength, low weight, and superior handling. Manufactured from Stealth Fibre® Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene and heat treated with an abrasion resistant coating, these joining links maintain strength across tight-radius bends, deliver excellent fatigue resistance, and provide long service life in harsh conditions.

Their lightweight construction reduces the risk of manual handling injuries, while their floating properties make them ideal for recovery, towing, and lifting operations in mud, water, or marine environments. No tools are required, simply open, loop, and secure. Each joining link is fully traceable with durable ID tags and certified tonnage ratings.

Description

UHMWPE Joining Links are engineered as a high performance alternative to steel shackles, offering exceptional strength, low weight, and superior handling. Manufactured from Stealth Fibre® Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene and heat treated with an abrasion resistant coating, these joining links maintain strength across tight-radius bends, deliver excellent fatigue resistance, and provide long service life in harsh conditions.

Their lightweight construction reduces the risk of manual handling injuries, while their floating properties make them ideal for recovery, towing, and lifting operations in mud, water, or marine environments. No tools are required, simply open, loop, and secure. Each joining link is fully traceable with durable ID tags and certified tonnage ratings.

  • Extremely high strength-to-weight ratio
  • Will not rust or corrode
  • Maintains high strength around tight-radius bends
  • Abrasion resistant
  • High resistance to bending fatigue
  • Excellent UV and chemical resistance
  • Certified tonnage rating
  • Traceable with durable identification tags
  • Safer handling compared to heavy steel shackles
  • Reduced risk during rigging, towing, and lifting
  • Reliable performance in marine, industrial, and recovery environments
  • Long service life due to high abrasion and fatigue resistance
  • No corrosion, even in saltwater or chemical exposure
  • Fast and tool-free operation, saving time on-site
  • Ideal for tight bends, where steel hardware may fail or deform
Description Min Open Length (m) Break Load (t)
JL2 2 133
JL3 2 200
  • Steel shackle replacement
  • Connecting links in rigging systems
  • Vehicle and vessel recovery
  • Vehicle and vessel towing
  • General heavy lifting
  • Industrial and marine operations
PRODUCT DATA PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE IN USE
Material: Stealth Fibre® UHMWPE Strength-to-Weight: Extremely high Corrosion: Will not rust or corrode
Construction: 12-Strand Single Braid Abrasion Resistance: Excellent Floatation: Floats on water; will not sink in mud
Coating: Heat-treated with abrasion-resistant finish Bending Fatigue: Very high resistance Chemical Resistance: Excellent (UV, solvents, oils)
Elongation at Break: ~3.5% Handling: Lightweight & flexible; no tools required Recoil: Minimal recoil at break
ID Tags: Durable & traceable Tonnage Rating: Certified Operational Safety: Designed for tight-radius bends

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