Crosby to Exclusively Provide Tycan Lashing Chain

October 5, 2016 - Crosby has teamed up with Load Solutions of Norway, the developer of the DNV GL certified Tycan chain, to become the exclusive provider of the product to global lashing markets.

Rather than metal, the new chain is constructed entirely of DSM’s high performance material, Dyneema, an Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene regarded as the world’s strongest man-made synthetic fiber. Eight layers of webbing are crafted into exceedingly strong Mobius twists, then bound to one another in a traditional chain link configuration. The new design boasts a variety of advantages over steel chain, including:

• Lighter – Tycan is eight times lighter than regular steel chain – light enough for one person to work with all day long.
  
  
• More durable – Tycan is extremely resistant to abrasions and cuts. Oil, dirt, diesel, grease, non-oxidizing chemicals, UV, etc. all have no impact on the capacity or functionality. If you need to clean it, you can put it in a washing machine.
  
  
• Less damaging – It’s gentler on equipment, environment, and crew. It’s also non-corrosive.
  
  
• Safer – The light weight, strength and softness of Tycan all contribute to reduced accidents and damages for both crew and cargo.
  
  
• Environmentally Friendly – The manufacturing process for Tycan is gentler on the environment than traditional manufacturing methods involved in the creation metal chain.
  
  
• Non-conductive –Safer than metal chain for use in a variety of applications and environments.
  
  
• Waterproof – The light weight and buoyant properties of Tycan means it floats on water.
  
  
• Quieter – Tycan is virtually silent compared to the loud clanking of metal chain.

For more information about Tycan lashing chain, including a video to see it in action, visit www.Tycan.thecrosbygroup.com.