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Wire rope and cable assemblies are used across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, military, marine, construction, automotive, agriculture, fitness equipment, architectural design, lighting, MRO, OEM, mining, railroad, transportation and industrial manufacturing. These assemblies are essential wherever strength, flexibility, and reliability are required.

Wire rope assemblies are used to lift, tow, hoist, secure, support, and control load movement in various applications. Common uses include lifting systems, structural support, mechanical controls, suspension systems, lanyard tethers and safety applications across multiple industries.

Both terms are often used interchangeably as generalized descriptions for metal wire strand assemblies. Technically wire rope refers to IWRC (Independent Wire Rope Core) or FC (Fiber Core) construction assemblies such as 6×19 class or 6×37 class. Cable assemblies technically refers to aircraft cable construction assemblies such as 7×7 and 7×19.

Yes. Wire rope assemblies can be fully customized based on fit, form, function requirements, including material selection, diameter, construction type, coatings, and end fittings. Customization ensures optimal performance for each application.

Common materials include bright steel, galvanized steel and stainless steel. Bright is plain steel which has been lubricated. Galvanized steel provides cost-effective corrosion resistance, while stainless steel offers enhanced durability and performance in harsh or high-moisture environments.

Choosing the right wire rope depends on factors such as load capacity, environmental conditions, flexibility, and application requirements. Selecting the correct configuration is critical for safety, performance, and longevity.

Wire rope assemblies use a variety of fittings, including sleeves and thimbles for loops, button stops, balls, fork/jaws, turnbuckles, hooks, eyelets (eye ends), threaded studs, and swaged or swageless fittings. These components allow the cable to be securely connected and properly tensioned.

Industries such as aerospace, military/defense, automotive, construction, safety, railroad, transportation, MRO and OEM manufacturing often require custom cable assemblies due to their specific performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Lexco Cable supports multiple industries by providing custom-engineered or custom-fabricated wire rope assemblies made per customer specifications, utilizing a wide range of materials and fittings, and decades of manufacturing expertise. Their team works closely with customers to deliver solutions tailored to each application.

Yes. Wire rope assemblies are used in both commercial and industrial environments, including consumer products, infrastructure projects, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery.

Wire rope assemblies are often used in safety-critical applications such as securing loads, lifting loads, towing loads, hoisting loads, stabilizing structures, and providing backup systems. Their strength and reliability make them essential for protecting people and equipment.

Wire rope assemblies may undergo testing such as proof loading, destructive pull-testing, physical measurements and visual inspection to ensure they meet required performance standards and specifications.

Yes. Lexco Cable supports everything from small custom orders to large-scale production runs, making them a reliable partner for businesses of all sizes and industries. Lexco Cable partners with customers from prototyping and revisions all the way through production.

Working with a specialized manufacturer ensures access to expert knowledge, custom solutions, and high-quality products designed for specific applications. This leads to better performance, safety, and long-term reliability.

Lexco Cable combines decades of experience with custom-made-to-order just-in-time ISO:9001 manufacturing capabilities to deliver high-quality wire rope assemblies across multiple industries. Their focus on precision, durability, and customer collaboration makes them a trusted partner.