Wirelock® is a cold socketing compound used to secure wire ropes into sockets, providing a strong and permanent termination without the need for heat. Unlike traditional molten metal socketing methods, Wirelock® is a two-part resin system that cures at room temperature, making it a safer, faster, and more reliable solution for various industries.
How Does Wirelock Work?
Wirelock® is a resin-based compound that, when mixed, undergoes a chemical reaction to harden, effectively locking the wire rope strands into the socket cone. This process ensures a high-strength, fatigue-resistant termination, making it suitable for critical applications in marine, construction, oil & gas, and heavy lifting industries.
Benefits of Using Wirelock®:
✔ No Heat Required – Eliminates the risk of burns or fire hazards from molten metal.
✔ Fast Curing – Ready to use in just one hour after the compound gels.
✔ Superior Strength – Provides 100% efficiency of the rope’s breaking strength.
✔ Corrosion Resistance – Unlike zinc-based socketing, it does not deteriorate over time.
✔ Type Approved – Certified by DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s Register, and meets ISO 17558 standards.
✔ All-Weather Application – Works in various environmental conditions, including offshore use.
Where is Wirelock Used?
Wirelock® is widely used in applications requiring strong, durable, and reliable terminations, such as:
• Offshore & Marine (mooring lines, winches, cranes)
• Heavy Lifting & Rigging (construction, cranes, hoists)
• Oil & Gas (drilling, platform support, subsea installations)
• Bridges & Structural Engineering (cable-stayed bridges, suspension bridges)
With its proven safety, ease of use, and unmatched durability, Wirelock® is the industry standard for socketing wire ropes.
Key Features:
• Trusted Reliability: Developed and manufactured in the UK under ISO 9001:2015 accreditation, WIRELOCK® has a longstanding track record of safety and dependability.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for on-site socketing in virtually all weather conditions, eliminating the hazards associated with molten metal.
• Quality Assurance: Meets the requirements of ISO 17558 and DNV-OS-E304, with Type Approval from ABS, DNV, and Lloyd’s Register.
• Easy to Use: Each kit contains two components that, when mixed, change to a green/blue color, indicating readiness for application.
• Fast Curing: Allows wire ropes to be put into service one hour after the material in the socket has gelled and a successful scratch test has been completed.
