Patent ID: 7419198

Claim:
A system for lifting an oilfield tubular having an end, comprising: a body having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis running therebetween, said longitudinal axis of said body being substantially horizontal when the oilfield tubular is being lifted by said flexible member; said first end of said body configured to received the end of the oilfield tubular; said second end configured to prevent axial movement of the end of the oilfield tubular; a lifting strap attached proximate to said first end of said body and attached proximate said second end of said body and thereby forming a loop that lies in a plane that is substantially parallel to said longitudinal axis of said body, said lifting strap forming an acute angle with said longitudinal axis of said body when the oilfield tubular is being lifted by said flexible member; an insert being disposed in said body and having a first end, a second end, an opening, said insert extending from said first end of said body to said second end of said body; and wherein said body and lifting strap are constructed of a pliable material; and wherein said system is capable of lifting approximately 1,250 lbs.