News & Press https://wstda.com/news/default.asp Sun, 7 Jun 2026 01:03:55 GMT Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:14:00 GMT Copyright © 2025 Web Sling and Tie Down Association New Leadership for Load Securement Technical Committee https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=697247 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=697247 The WSTDA Board of Directors has officially approved new leadership for the Load Securement Technical Committee.

Tim Sanders of US Cargo Control has been appointed as Chair, with Cary Kronebusch of Kito Crosby serving as Co-Chair.

The Load Securement Technical Committee is responsible for developing and maintaining consensus-based recommendations to guide the proper selection, use, and inspection of synthetic web tie downs, supporting both manufacturers and end users.

Please join us in congratulating Tim and Cary on their new leadership roles.

]]> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:14:00 GMT WSTDA Presents at SYFA https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=638291 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=638291

WSTDA representatives spoke to attendees of the Synthetic Yarn and Fabric Assn.’s Spring Conference in Charlotte on April 20, 2023. Sharing updates on WSTDA Recommended Standards and Safety Warning products were (pictured from left) Robert Jasany, WSTDA Technical Coordinator; Robert Hancuff, WSTDA Director and Chair of the Web Sling Technical Committee; and Trevor Waycott, WSTDA Vice President.]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:39:00 GMT NEW WSTDA-TH-1 & T-3 Now Available https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=628758 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=628758 Synthetic Sewing Threads For Slings and Tie Downs - Download for Free
WSTDA-TH-1, 2022 Revision
This Recommended Standard Specification applies to Synthetic Sewing Threads constructed from various synthetic fibers, specifically nylon and polyester. This standard recommends construction as well as identification and testing of synthetic sewing threads used primarily in synthetic web slings, round slings and tie downs. In addition, it gives practical advice on selection and environmental considerations of these synthetic sewing threads.

Winches Used With Web Tie Downs - Download for Free
WSTDA-T-3, 2022 Revision
This Recommended Standard Specification applies to winches designed to accommodate web tie downs for the purpose of securing cargo. This standard recommends construction as well as identification and marking of these winches. In addition, it gives important practical advice on the selection, use, maintenance and inspection of these winches.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:16:00 GMT WSTDA Publishes Revised Synthetic Web Tie Downs (T-1) Recommended Standard https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=626540 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=626540 Synthetic Web Tie Downs (T-1)
This Recommended Standard Specification applies to synthetic web tie downs made of nylon or polyester fibers used for securing cargo. It recommends construction, identification and marking of synthetic web tie downs. In addition, it provides synthetic web tie down capacity information and important practical advice on the selection, use, maintenance and inspection of synthetic web tie downs.

DOWNLOAD FOR FREE

]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:51:00 GMT In Memory of Charles Lucas https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=598356 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=598356 .responsive { width: 100%; height: auto; }

Click here to learn about Charles' life through the presentation from the WSTDA 2016 Fall Meeting, where he received his Honorary Life Membership.

]]> Tue, 8 Mar 2022 18:10:00 GMT WSTDA Recommended Standards, Manuals – NEW Spanish Versions https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=588495 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=588495

The latest information on what is happening in WSTDA

Spanish Translations for WSTDA Publications Now Available
 Download FREE Today!
We are happy to announce that the following WSTDA publications are now available to download free in Spanish.

  • Synthetic Polyester Roundslings (RS-1)
  • Interior Van Securement Devices (T-5)
  • Synthetic Polyester and High-Performance Yarn Roundslings (RS-2)

To download the Spanish versions, visit our Standards webpage (linked below), navigate to the publication and click the "Now Available in Spanish" link.
Download Today
Web Sling & Tie Down Association
2331 Rock Spring Road
Forest Hill, MD 21050
Phone: 443.640.1070
Email us!
]]> Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:25:55 GMT Fall 2021 Edition of Uplifting News Now Available https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=581861 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=581861 Uplifting News is now available, click here to read.]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2021 13:55:57 GMT WSTDA Launches New Website https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=552243 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=552243

WSTDA.com is Brand New!

WSTDA is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned Web Sling & Tie Down Association website! The web address has not changed; we’re still at www.wstda.com, but the site has been completely redesigned and upgraded.

In addition to a bold new design, we intended to make changes to make the site easier to navigate, provide more resources to Members and the industry, and to be more interactive. We welcome your feedback on the new site!

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR WSTDA MEMBERS: Your current username and password will no longer provide access to the new website. To maintain access to your online account please follow the instructions below:

  1. Go to www.wstda.com and click the “Sign In” link at the top of the page

  2. In the grey box at the bottom of the page, select “Click here to reset your password.”

  3. Enter the email address to which this message was sent (it is your Username/Email for this account) and click “Reset Password”

You will receive a verification email with a link to complete the password reset process. Please keep your password secure; WSTDA cannot retrieve individual passwords for Members, for security purposes; if you lose your password you may follow this process to reset it once again.

If you do not receive a verification email, or cannot log in, please contact info@wstda.com for assistance.


]]> Mon, 14 Dec 2020 14:00:00 GMT WSTDA Board Appoints New Officers https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=541571 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=541571 The WSTDA Board of Directors recently appointed Mandy Masters, of Ben-Mor Cables in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, Canada to the office of President of the organization. Also elected at the Board of Directors meeting held June 10, 2020 were new Vice President Trevor Waycott, of Stren-Flex, LLC, Simpsonville, SC, and new Secretary/Treasurer John Ketchum, of I & I/Slingmax® Rigging Solutions, Aston, PA. Read more...]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2020 05:00:00 GMT COVID-19: Disinfecting Slings https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=541574 https://wstda.com/news/news.asp?id=541574 WSTDA responds to industry requests for information on whether sling webbing can be disinfected against the COVID-19 virus. Read more...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2020 05:00:00 GMT