Hoisting & Rigging Fundamentals - Energy
0 Won't mar or crush the load. 0 Are elastic and stretch. There are two type of synthetic web slings at WVNS: nylon and polyester. Nylon is the most common type used on site. It has an elastic stretch of 6% at noted capacity. Polyester has less stretch, approximately 3 percent. The stretching of slings allows a cushion against sudden shock.