Services are usually very demanding, with heavy payloads, costly equipment and human factors all involved. Reliability is a prime requisite in most cable uses. Many of these operations involve harsh and corrosive environments. Proper and regular maintenance can extend cable life five times or more. Whether owned or leased, the hourly cost of specialized equipment can be considerable.
Problems resulting in lost time or labour can be very costly.
Equally high are those applying to cargo or equipment damage and loss. The lubricator is not suitable for all types of wire rope. The only effective way to reduce and control these two destructive factors is to obtain 'Interstrand Lubricity' . This means assuring that all mechanical cable elements have a full coating of lubricant. When combined with a proper lubricant selection, effective cable protection is assured.