PRESS RELEASES

VarioForce® - Precisely and quickly lift asymmetrical loads!

Übach-Palenberg, April 4, 2025 – With the new product VarioForce, SpanSet enables the quick and easy length adjustment of lifting slings when lifting asymmetrical loads. This innovative lifting accessory made of high-performance fibers can be adjusted to the required length steplessly and precisely to the centimeter.  read more

The SpanSet network configurator: "In principle, any customer can use the configurator."

Interview with Ralf Schmitz, Product Manager at SpanSet Germany

Mr. Schmitz, what does the net configurator from SpanSet offer?

Ralf Schmitz: The configurator simplifies the ordering process for our customers and for us. It can also prevent errors in the ordering process. As a starting point, we are dealing with standard nets. Individual configuration is necessary because ....read more

There is no expiration date for lashing straps, but…

Question: How many years is a lashing strap for load securing (see illustration 7) allowed to be used on motor vehicles, vehicle combinations, and trailers? Counter question: How long is a car allowed to participate in road traffic?
Answer to both questions: As long as the technical and safety-related requirements are demonstrably met. – There is a lot to consider on this topic. What you should know is explained in this guest article.....read more

Easy handling: edge protection with Velcro fastener

Übach-Palenberg, January 7, 2025 – SpanSet has expanded its range of protective products for textile lifting equipment. The NoCut®Wrap has been developed for flexible use on sharp edges. ....read more

Round sling with ‘elastic skin’ as protective sleeve

SpanSet has equipped its Magnum®Plus heavy-duty round sling with an elastic protective sleeve. The main advantage is expressed in the name Magnum®Plus Flex. There are hardly any creases, even in a narrow hook, as the sleeve follows the natural expansion of the sling. ....read more

Load Securing: Tie-Down App Now Certified by TÜV Süd

Correct load securing made easy. The SpanSet Tie-Down App calculates how many and which tie-down straps are required for a specific load securing task. TÜV Süd has now confirmed that the calculations are accurate. ....read more

SpanSet at IAA 2024

IAA Transportation 2024 is just around the corner and promises to be a highlight of the event calendar. From September 17 to 22, 2024, the IAA Transportation in Hannover will showcase the latest trends and innovations in the commercial vehicle industry. As one of the leading trade fairs in this sector, IAA Transportation attracts thousands of professionals, exhibitors, and experts from around the world each year. ....read more

Transport securing of cars and lorries on road vehicles

New VDI Guideline Affects Tie-Downs, Wheel Chocks, and Vehicles

Übach-Palenberg, June 4, 2024 – The revised VDI 2700 guideline is set to take effect on September 1 this year. The guideline addresses load securing for passenger cars and trucks on road vehicles. It defines the state of the art, which will be of significant relevance, especially during police checks and court proceedings. The load securing specialist SpanSet invited industry professionals to an information event in early June. The turnout and demand for information were high. .... read more

"Put the VDI 2700 at the Top of Your Agenda"

The final version of the new VDI 2700 guideline (Sheets 8, 8.1, and 8.2) is expected to be published in the summer of this year. Once published, its content will be considered the recognized state of the art. The guideline focuses on how to secure passenger cars as well as light and heavy commercial vehicles on transporters, and the technical requirements that securing systems, floor plates, and wheel chocks must meet. Our editorial team spoke with Hans-Josef Neunfinger, spokesperson for the VDI guideline committee, which has been working on this topic for several years.t .... read more

There is no expiration date for lashing straps, but… 

Question: How many years is a lashing strap for load securing (see illustration 7) allowed to be used on motor vehicles, vehicle combinations, and trailers? Counter question: How long is a car allowed to participate in road traffic?
Answer to both questions: As long as the technical and safety-related requirements are demonstrably met. – There is a lot to consider on this topic. What you should know is explained in this guest article. .... read more

„Ohne Antirutschmatte ist wie barfuß auf dem Eis“

Straßen sind nur im Winter spiegelglatt. Ladeflächen hingegen präsentieren sich das ganze Jahr über als gefährliche Schlitterbahnen. Was dem Fahrzeug die gescheite Bereifung ist, das ist dem Laderaum die Antirutschmatte. Eigentlich dürfte das hinlänglich bekannt sein. Aber Frachtführer ....weiterlesen

New warehouse location in Langenfeld

SpanSet streamlines and accelerates logistics

Übach-Palenberg, 25 May 2023 - SpanSet has converted the former Axzion production site in Langenfeld into a dispatch warehouse. The logistical processes are significantly accelerated and the packaging is more sustainable. The boss in the warehouse is a young master craftswoman for warehouse logistics ....read more

SpanSet secures energy supply for production and offices

What happens when no more gas flows?

SpanSet's production in Übach-Palenberg needs a lot of it, especially in the dyeing plant. The offices are also heated with natural gas. To be prepared for possible supply bottlenecks, three tanks for propane gas have now been installed on the company premises. We have taken precautions so that we can continue production even in the event of a complete loss of natural gas supply and do not have to freeze in the office."....read more

Load securing: saving costs and time

"Oversizing that does no one any good"                   

When lashing down, the main thing is the pre-tensioning force that presses the load downwards (Standard Tension Force, STF, see info box). Shippers, hauliers and drivers know this. Nevertheless, lashing straps with a lower STF are more in demand than those with a higher one. And this despite the fact that the more suitable versions are cheaper. - A curiosity that we talked about with Ralf Schmitz from SpanSet Product Management....read more

SpanSet seminar offer 2023

"by professionals for professionals"                                                          

At the Safety Training Centre (STZ) in Übach-Palenberg, experienced and certified instructors/application technicians will provide you with practical, up-to-date knowledge on the topics of height safety, lifting technology, load safety and professional driver training....read more

Heavy-duty round sling MagnumForce Green from SpanSet CO2 footprint reduced

Übach-Palenberg, August 2022 - A first in the history of SpanSet. For the first time, the company from Übach-Palenberg has brought a heavy-duty round sling to market maturity whose scrim consists of a renewable base material. SpanSet uses the bio-based high-performance fibre to produce the MagnumForce Green heavy-duty round sling with nominal capacities of 10,000 to 100,000 kilogramm....read more

Load safety: What does “conforming to the norm” mean?

Considering a dilemma when labelling lashing systems

Are we allowed to use products labelled with the GS approval mark, which at the same time show the notice “conforming to the norm” as if they were properly approved safe-to-use products or tools respectively? The answer is: Yes! However, the notice “conforming to the norm” causes a feeling of unease. Now is the time to provide information about its background, to interpret the present norm and to adjust it as soon as possible.... read more

SpanSet Axzion GmbH focuses on safety with Verton lifting technology

The safety and efficiency of wind turbines and construction projects are the focus of today's announcement of a partnership between Verton and SpanSet Axzion GmbH. Verton has announced that SpanSet Axzion GmbH will be its distribution partner in Germany...read more

Tunneling the friction loss

More flexibility when securing cars and trucks on vans. That's what SpanSet promises with a revised and expanded range of lashing straps, ratchets, strap controllers and hooks... read more

Obituary Hans-Otto von Danwitz

On June 12, 2021, our former and long-time employed sales manager and authorized signatory of SpanSet GmbH & Co. KG as well as former managing director of SpanSet secutex GmbH Hans-Otto von Danwitz, captain at sea, at the age of 83... read more

Starting your professional life with SpanSet

Congratulations on passing their exams: All 8 trainees of SpanSet Group Germany celebrated their successful graduation. Also for the coming year, SpanSet offers interested young people training opportunities in a varied environment... read more

Strong ribbed quality to counter wear and tear

SpanSet’s SupraPlus now with „X“

SpanSet has focused on the round sling SupraPlus again to optimise a number of features. To be able to distinguish the new version at first glance from its tried and proven predecessor, it was equipped with an addition to its name: SupraPlus will now be SupraPlus-X. ... read more

Cost-effectively and accurately achieve the maximum preload force
The TFI - Tension Force Indicator

With the "Tension Force Indicator" (TFI), specially developed for lashing straps, SpanSet offers an aid that quickly and reliably displays the actual pretensioning force applied during tie-down lashing and makes it verifiable during vehicle inspections. The TFI is installed directly on the tensioning element and reliably displays the pretensioning force achieved... read more

Lifting and Securing the Heaviest Loads: Complete Solutions for Wind Turbine Construction

New SpanSet catalog with interesting facts for the wind industry

The SpanSet Group has published a current catalog of its wind power-specific products. On 90 pages, the company summarizes its product range for the international onshore and offshore industry in order to guide decision-makers in the industry specifically to suitable solutions for the various applications... read more

Lifting beams for lifting work on nuclear facilities

Axzion certified according to KTA 1401

Axzion GmbH now offers lifting beams and other lifting equipment for the construction and dismantling of nuclear power plants. The company, which has offices in Langenfeld and Neustrelitz, recently provided proof that it meets the safety requirements of the Nuclear Safety Standards Commission (KTA 1401). Axzion belongs to the SpanSet Group (Übach-Palenberg)... read more

Calculate camber, lifting and load securing

Fresh apps against the old look

Lifting technology, load securing and personal protective equipment against falls. These are three safety-relevant topics in construction - and three areas in which SpanSet offers smart tools. The "Lashing App" and "Lifting Calculator" are now followed by an app for calculating fall heights...read more

Properly APProtect at the top

SpanSet is the first supplier of personal protective equipment against falls from a height to develop a fall height calculator app. It benefits the worker as much as his boss. One checks whether the precautions are sufficient for his own safety. The other documents his risk assessment. The free offer applies exclusively to the SpanSet SP140 and DSL2... read more

Professional driver qualification: workshop for instructors

On November 12, 2019 and January 21, 2020, SpanSet will offer an advanced training seminar for instructors of the BKF advanced training at the Übach-Palenberg site. In addition to technical information about load securing, didactic aspects are also on the plan...read more

High-performance fibers for MaXafe heavy-duty lashings

50 mm force packages secure the heaviest loads

In order to further improve handling and efficiency when securing heavy machinery, SpanSet now processes a wide variety of high-performance fibers in load securing... read more

Safeline V8 - rope-guided arrester system

Safeline V8 was developed for working on buildings, wind turbines, high-bay warehouses or in plant construction. Combined with safety harnesses according to EN 361, it secures the user when climbing ladders... read more

SpanSet takes over Axzion GKS

SpanSet GmbH & Co. KG, Übach-Palenberg, has taken over Axzion GKS Stahl- und Maschinenbau GmbH. Axzion GKS records sales of 12 million euros and employs around 90 people... read more

PowerForce: Lifting strap made of high-performance fibers

SpanSet is launching an innovative lifting strap made of high-performance fibers. High cut resistance and low elongation of the fabric expand the range of applications...read more

Climb on the roof

KTG Railservice in Duisburg maintains and repairs rail vehicles. To do this, technicians regularly climb onto the roof of the locomotives and wagons, which requires careful precautions... read more