When you perform an initial inspection of your slings, always review the information provided on the sling tag. When putting a lift plan together, you can use the information on the sling tag to determine the best type of sling to use based on the rated load and the sling’s capabilities in different hitch configurations and at different sling angles.

Individual sling identification (ex: serial number).

Rated load for at least one hitch type (and the sling angle upon which it is based).

Material the sling is manufactured from.

Manufacturer of the sling assembly, or the most recent entity to repair the sling.

In question is representing, that is an obvious red flag.How important is a lifting sling’s identification tag? ASME B30.9 lists “missing or illegible sling identification” as the very first item under Removal Criteria for users who are inspecting any type of lifting sling.Ī sling tag can provide the end-user with a wealth of valuable information, including: Style says something different on the tag than what the handbag Match up with the bag that you have purchased. The year made, the type of leather, and the color code. Label code: The Bottega Veneta code has some similarities toīelow is an image of a Bottega Veneta serial number/model number: Three important figures are It is generally made of cotton, is a squared or rectangular shape and can be fastened directly into the handbag lining. The material has noticable texture and weaving patterns.Ĭontemporary Bottega auth tags: Always check for the authenticity label inside the bag. Often times you will notice that there are strings of fabric dangling off the borders of the label, this is generally a common sign with the authentic Bottega Veneta labels.īelow are images of authentic Bottega Veneta tags: Notice the frayed edges. ButĪs a rule of thumb, be aware of the relationship of the print on both the back and front ofįrayed edges: Another common denominator with the line of authentic Bottega labels is the unraveling of the fabric at the edges of the labels. Or at times some of the print depending on the vibrancy that the lettering was struck.

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