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  • KUNZ ALS-T CAT IV Advanced Lifting Slings
  • KUNZ ALS-T CAT IV Advanced Lifting Slings

KUNZ ALS-T CAT IV - Advanced Lifting Slings

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Key Tasks

  • Crane-assisted lifting of large disabled aircraft with composite structure components (e.g. A380, C-17, AN-225)
  • Self-adjusting sling length automatically compensates for load distribution changes during lifting
  • Telescopic spreader beam covers all wide-body and narrow-body aircraft down to Embraer 170
  • Sling length adjustable to lift aircraft at an angle with even force applied throughout

Overview

The KUNZ ALS-T CAT IV Advanced Lifting Slings represent the highest category of the KUNZ ALS system, designed specifically for the most demanding recovery operations involving aircraft with composite structural components.

The self-adjusting effective sling length compensates for the changing load distribution across fuselage attachment points that occurs during lifting – significantly reducing the risk of secondary structural damage. The sling assembly adapts to changing loads onto the fuselage during the lifting procedure due to different lifting inclines, ensuring even force distribution at all times.

The telescopic spreader beam enables deployment on all wide-body aircraft including the Airbus A380, as well as narrow-body aircraft down to Embraer 170 size – making the ALS-T CAT IV one of the most versatile sling systems available.

Main Benefits

  • Designed for composite aircraft including A350, A380, B787 and B737 MAX
  • Self-adjusting component slings automatically equalise load distribution during the lift
  • Sling length adjustable to lift aircraft at an angle with even force applied
  • Telescopic spreader beam covers wide-body to narrow-body aircraft from a single unit
  • Adjustable to different frame lengths for broad aircraft type coverage
  • Reduces risk of secondary damage to airframe to a minimum
  • Low storage footprint – optional storage rack for fast deployment
  • Compliant with Airbus and Boeing Aircraft Recovery Manual requirements

Maximum Protection for Advanced Composite Aircraft

Modern aircraft such as the Airbus A350, A380 and Boeing 787 feature composite structural components that require a more careful approach during recovery lifting. The KUNZ ALS-T CAT IV was developed precisely for these requirements.

The adaptive sling system automatically adjusts the effective length of each component sling throughout the entire lifting procedure, ensuring that load is distributed evenly across all fuselage attachment points regardless of the lifting angle. This eliminates point loading that could cause structural damage to composite frames and significantly improves the prospects of returning the aircraft to service.

ALS-T CAT IV Advanced Lifting Slings
ALS-T CAT IV Advanced Lifting Slings

One System. All Wide-Body and Narrow-Body Aircraft.

The telescopic spreader beam of the ALS-T CAT IV adapts to the full range of aircraft fuselage widths, from the Airbus A380 down to the Embraer 170 – all without requiring separate equipment for different aircraft types. Combined with the self-adjusting slings, this makes the ALS-T CAT IV the single most versatile composite-capable lifting sling system available for aircraft recovery.

Trusted by airports, airlines and military operators around the world, the ALS-T CAT IV is the solution of choice when aircraft structural integrity cannot be compromised.

Optional Storage Rack:

The KUNZ ALS-T CAT IV is available with an optional dedicated storage rack that provides a very low storage footprint while enabling rapid deployment – keeping the sling assembly organised, protected and ready for immediate use.

Product Information

Features

  • Heavy-duty slings and harnesses for aircraft lifting designed for controlled load distribution.
  • Rated for specific load classes used with cranes during recovery.
  • Adjustable to cope with different frame lengths for coverage of a broad range of aircraft with only one unit
  • Sling length is adjustable to be able to lift the aircraft at an angle with even force being applied
  • Low footprint when stored and easy deployment with the optional available storage rack
  • Included spreader beam further enables lift of several sizes of aircraft with only one unit

Part Numbers

KUNZ ALS CAT IV - Advanced Lifting System: 414.4600
KUNZ ALS CAT IV - Spreader Beam: 414.4700
KUNZ ALS CAT IV - Storage, Transport and Assembly Rack: 414.4710

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