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Materials Used in Lineman's Body Belts & Positioning Straps
Klein-Kord
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The load-bearing material in Klein positioning straps
is our exclusive Klein-Kord, an exceptionally strong,
multi-ply filament nylon fabric that is neoprene-
impregnated, folded, and vulcanized.
Klein-Kord is abrasion-resistant, non-conductive,
virtually free from stretch, and flexible for ease of use
and durability. It has excellent chemical resistance,
and is virtually unaffected by creosote and other pole-
treatment chemicals. In addition, its properties and
wear characteristics remain essentially unchanged
at temperatures up to 250°F (121°C).
Shown below is Klein's six-ply Klein-Kord, which is
1-3/4" (44 mm) wide. The center plies of Klein-Kord
are red at the core. When the red plies appear,
remove the strap from use immediately and replace
it. This "early warning" feature is yet another safety
measure provided by Klein Tools.
Note: The red center plies may become discolored
in use. Therefore, visual inspection for wear before
each use is mandatory.
Six-ply Klein-Kord with red center plies
Drop-Forged Steel
Klein D-rings and tongue buckles are made of drop-
forged steel with a corrosion-resistant finish. All
Klein hardware is tested to meet or exceed appli-
cable OSHA standards.
Nylon Webbing
Klein uses a high-quality, commercial-grade nylon.
The nylon webbing is impregnated with latex or resin
for extra durability and abrasion resistance.
Leather
Rolled-edge, chrome-tanned leather is used for
cushioning in all Klein lineman's belts. These cush-
ions have sponge-rubber cores for added comfort.
Other components, such as tool loops, are made
of harness leather. Body pads are made of latigo
leather, hand laced and stitched to the belt cushion.
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Buckles and Billets
Klein lineman's belts have drop-forged, single-
tongue buckles. Belt straps and billets are made
of Klein-Kord. On top-of-the-line belts, straps are
covered with harness leather.
Klein strongly recommends using fall-
arrest protection when working at any elevated
position. Therefore, independent fall-arrest equipment
should be used in addition to Klein's body belts
and positioning straps unless a competent person,
as defined by OSHA, has determined that such fall-
arrest equipment is not necessary or appropriate.
Klein's lineman's body belts and posi-
tioning straps are designed for positioning purposes
only, and are not to be used for any other OPE func-
tion (such as fall arrest, suspension, or retrieval).
Klein strongly recommends that only
Klein components be used with any Klein lineman's
equipment. Klein components should NOT be
interchanged with other components made by other
manufacturers, because Klein cannot guarantee
that components made by other manufacturers are
properly designed or are free of defects in materials
or workmanship.
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