Snatch Strap failure! (Not a SECURETECH strap)
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In our recent travels into the paradise of Namibia we came across a certain gentleman who was happy to complain about a ‘SECURETECH’ strap failure and then proceeded to forward the video clip above and photos below.
The strap failed twice. However on inspection the strap was not a SECURETECH strap. It was a white ‘8 ton’ kinetic strap purchased from a different manufacturer.
Apart from using a strap which has not been tested and certified, the recovery was also executed incorrectly with excessive speed.
Close up of the failed snatch strap:
Why choose a SECURETECH recovery strap?
We offer a lifetime repair warranty (subject to inspection and fair use of product)
Manufactured locally in South Africa
Manufactured and tested in accordance with the following specifications: EN 1492-2-2000 and SANS 94-2-2003
Each SECURETECH strap has a serial & ‘operator’ number as well as manufactured date so that the strap can be traced
Various SECURETECH training courses held throughout the year
The SECURETECH snatch straps (as below) include a label with details of manufacture date, serial number, vehicle mass & break strength:
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Kinetic Energy Snatch Straps and Ropes
Made of polyamide, most kinetic straps stretch 20—30% of their length – used to extricate a severely bogged down vehicle from sand or mud.
SECURETECH has received endorsements from the Toyota Owners Club, Land Rover Owners Club, 4×4 ATV Club, Midlands 4 Wheel Drive Club of SA, Gauteng 4 Wheel Drive Club of SA and Topgear Driving Academy
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SECURETECH has a wide range of 4×4 Accessories and Recovery Equipment – Including Snatch Straps, Recovery Ropes, Recovery Blanket and Snatch Blocks. Selecting the correct recovery equipment is crucial for a safe recovery, post any queries you have on our Facebook Wall and we will get back to you shortly!