Bridon® High Performance Crane Ropes

Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group manufactures high-performance crane ropes, primarily from steel wire, for demanding applications in construction, industrial, and offshore sectors.
A core feature of their product line is the Dyform process, which compacts the rope’s strands to increase strength and fatigue resistance.

Key features of Bridon crane ropes
◦Dyform technology: This proprietary process compacts the strands of the rope. It results in a smoother rope surface, which reduces wear on both the rope and the sheave. The process also increases the metallic fill factor, boosting the rope’s breaking strength and improving fatigue life.
◦Rotation resistance: Bridon manufactures a variety of ropes with low or high rotation resistance for both single and multi-part hoisting systems. Rotation-resistant designs prevent the rope from twisting under load, which is critical for safety and stability.
◦Plastic impregnation (PI and Bristar): Many rope constructions can be enhanced with plastic. A plastic layer can be incorporated between the inner and outer strands (PI) or as a plastic profile between the outer strands and the core (Bristar). This technology provides a cushioning layer to increase bending fatigue life, maintain internal lubrication, and improve corrosion resistance.
◦Crush and abrasion resistance: The robustness of Dyform strands makes the ropes highly resistant to crushing and abrasion, particularly in multi-layer coiling applications on drums.
◦Corrosion protection: Ropes are available in bright (ungalvanized) and galvanized finishes. The addition of internal lubrication and plastic impregnation further protects the rope core from contamination and corrosion.

Specialised rope products
Bridon-Bekaert offers a wide range of products engineered for specific crane types and applications.

For tower cranes:
◦Dyform 18/18 PI: Compacted, rotation-resistant ropes with an optional plastic layer for increased fatigue life and core stability.
◦Dyform 34LR Max: A compacted, low-rotation rope that offers excellent rotation resistance and high breaking strength for demanding, high-lift operations.
For telescopic and mobile cranes:
◦Dyform 36LR PI+: A high-performance, compacted multi-layer rope with a plastic layer engineered to spread between the outer strands and the core.
◦Dyform 28 Max: A rotational-resistant rope specifically designed for deep foundation work, including piling and drilling rigs.
For crawler cranes:
◦6 and 8 Series: General-purpose, 6- and 8-strand galvanized or bright ropes that are fully lubricated during manufacturing.
◦Dyform DSC8 Max: A high-performance compacted rope ideal for demanding boom hoisting.
For offshore cranes:
◦Hydra Plus range: Features multi-strand, low-rotational, and crush-resistant ropes designed for ultra-deepwater deployment and high performance on offshore cranes.

Added value and services
Bridon-Bekaert offers additional services and features to support the performance and lifespan of their crane ropes.
◦Ropes360 on-site services: Technical services and on-site inspections help customers maintain compliance with safety obligations and maximize the service life of their ropes.
◦Global support: The company combines Bridon’s history in rope manufacturing with Bekaert’s global scale and technical expertise to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to specific market needs.
◦Extended service life: The various features, such as Dyform technology and plastic impregnation, reduce friction and wear, leading to enhanced fatigue performance, longer rope life, and significant cost savings