Tree Attachment Sling
Gentle Attachment of Cables to Trees
✔ Wide strap distributes the load evenly – no constriction
✔ Gentle suspension of cables, suspension bridges, swings, etc.
✔ Fastening directly to the tree trunk, stable branch fork or strong branch
✔ Certified product with extremely high load capacity (8,000 - 12,000 kg)
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Tree Support Sling – Details
The slings originally come from tree care, where they are used to secure tree crowns. Depending on the manufacturer, they are also referred to as tree care straps, tree care belts, tree belts, tree slings or sling straps.
Mounting the Tree Support Sling on the Tree
- The Tree Support Slings should be attached as close to the trunk as possible, either directly to the trunk or to a thick branch fork.
- Avoid long lever arms and strong vibrations or pendulum movements during storms.
- The sling can be secured to the trunk with a wood screw (ø 8 mm stainless steel) to prevent it from slipping down.
- Our tree slings have a service life of at least 8 years. The components of the rope suspension should be visually inspected every few years and can be easily replaced if necessary.
The correct length and load capacity of the Tree Support Sling
- The strap length should be at least equal to the trunk circumference U = (d × π) + 60 cm.
- To determine the circumference, simply place a string around the desired location and measure the length.
- The static load should be no more than half the breaking load (4 instead of 8 t; 6 instead of 12 t).
The right steel cable and accessories
- We use steel cables with a diameter of 8 to 12 mm for our suspensions.
- We use matching turnbuckles (DIN 1480) in sizes M14 to M22, as well as shackles (e.g. HC2), ring nuts with carriage bolts or threaded rods with thick washers.
- Always select cables that can withstand slightly more than the expected load.
Dyneema instead of steel cable?
- Dyneema ropes are also an option, but we use them only as an additional safety measure to the steel cables.
- The fact that Dyneema ropes can theoretically be burned through with a lighter or cut with a knife or scissors does not feel safe to us.
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For extreme static and dynamic loads
The TreeSave tree support sling from our friends at Drayer has already been awarded the Innovation Prize at Interforst 2006 and the GaLaBau 2004 and meets the technical requirements of ZTV tree care. The holding system was developed in close cooperation with tree care specialists and is ideal for the high demands of treehouse construction!
Tree-friendly pressure distribution
The sling with its wide protective hose distributes the load over a large area, thus protecting the important cambium layer and preventing constrictions.
Universally applicable!
Tree Support Slings are also suitable for attaching swings, tree tents, slacklines, hammocks and similar items to trees. The webbing should be moved slightly every few years to prevent the branch from being cut into.
Attachment to coniferous trees
Tree Support Slings are more suitable for deciduous trees with strong branches and forks. Conifers, on the other hand, often have no natural anchor points, which is why rope suspension is better hung on tree bolts.
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