WEB SLING & TIE DOWN ASSOCIATION · 2020. 11. 20. · The WSTDA’s core mission is the development and promotion of voluntary Recommended Standard Specifications covering the most

Every day around the globe, goods and materials are hoisted, lowered and carried by slings made from synthetic web. Synthetic web is also used for tie downs used to restrain cargo.

The Web Sling & Tie Down Association (WSTDA) is the largest non-profit technical organization dedicated to the safe operation of all synthetic web slings and tie downs. Comprised primarily of sling and tie down manufacturers, WSTDA membership also includes fiber suppliers, weavers, testing companies, government enforcement agencies and other interested parties from countries around the world. WSTDA is recognized internationally, with members from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

The WSTDA’s core mission is the development and promotion of voluntary Recommended Standard Specifications covering the most common synthetic web lifting and tie down products. The current Standards cover construction, selection, use and maintenance of Synthetic Webbing, Thread, Web Slings, Round Slings, Tie Downs and Chain Binders.

The WSTDA has been a trusted resource since formation as the Web Sling Association in 1973 and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice as a Standards Writing Organization.

If you manufacture or distribute synthetic web products to hoist, lower, carry or restrain cargo, membership in the Web Sling & Tie Down Association is vital to your business.

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WSTDA • 2331 Rock Spring Road • Forest Hill, MD 21050 phone (443) 640-1070 • [email protected] • www.wstda.com

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WEB SLING & TIE DOWN ASSOCIATION

WSTDA a technical association dedicated to the development and promotion of voluntary recommended standards and associated reference materials

WSTDA benefits members by preparing recommended standards that promote quality in manufacturing procedures, product testing and proper end-use. Membership provides opportunities for:

• Active participation in technical committees whichdevelop voluntary standards and address industryconcerns.

• A forum for education and networking for personaland corporate success.

• Opportunity to exchange technical information withmanufacturers, associates and suppliers.

• Use of the WSTDA logo on literature and letterhead.

• Access to all WSTDA products and services atdeeply-discounted member pricing.

• WSTDA Scholarship Program: Employees of WSTDAMember companies, and their children/dependents, are eligible to apply for the WSTDAScholarship Program, which awards up to two $3,000Scholarships annually to deserving applicants.

• WSTDA Quick Pulse Survey: The only source for dataabout the overall outlook for growth, employment,demand, margin expansion/contraction, supplyshortages (labor, goods) and exporting activity inthe web sling and tie down industry.

• Participation in WSTDA LinkedIn Groups — the online forum for industry news and idea-sharing.

• WSTDA Meetings: WSTDA holds two conferences each year. Technical committees meet in open forum to discuss industry issues and develop WSTDA products and recommended standards. These events provide the forum for information-sharing and discussion on issues important to the web sling and tie down industries.

• Uplifting News: Published semi-annually, Uplifting News provides members with all the latest WSTDA news, event information, legal perspectivesand important updates on industry issues. Thee-newsletter is delivered electronically to members’ desktops.

• Industry Standards/Products: WSTDA offers a variety of products for sale, with discounts for WSTDA members:o Warning Labels (Available in English, Spanish

and French)o Safety Bulletins (Available in English, Spanish and

French)o Recommended Standardso Operating & Inspection Manualso Industry Reportso Illustrated Wall Charts

WSTDA • 2331 Rock Spring Road • Forest Hill, MD 21050 phone (443) 640-1070 • [email protected] • www.wstda.com

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WSTDA MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIESREGULAR

Companies actively engaged in manufacturing slings and/or tie downs or load securement products or in the manufacture of synthetic webbing for slings and/or tie downs and which meet WSTDA Regular Member requirements.

ASSOCIATE

Companies actively engaged in the manufacturing or distribution of finished goods and/or secondary component materials and supplies, such as fibers, thread and hardware, directly or indirectly related to slings and/or tie down industries and which meet WSTDA Associate Member requirements. Associate members may include manufacturers of testing apparatus, sewing machines and looms.

AFFILIATE

Any person, firm or corporation interested in the work, mission and common interests of WSTDA, who does not otherwise meet the requirements of Regular or Associate membership.

WHY JOIN WSTDA?So your organization may actively participate in voluntary standards development, and access a peer network to address industry challenges and opportunities.