Unirope Limited has launched manufacturing of Twin-Path high-performance slings at its Edmonton, Alberta facility, using a newly installed Slingmax Rigging Solutions roundsling machine.
The move marks a strategic expansion of Unirope’s partnership with Slingmax and enhances the company’s ability to fabricate, test, and repair Twin-Path slings across Canada. Unirope already manufactures these slings at its Ontario and Quebec locations, and the addition of Alberta strengthens its nationwide service model.
The new production line began operation in July 2025 following the installation of the latest-generation Slingmax machine, which features hydraulic tension control and an intuitive digital interface to guide operators through production and quality checks. It’s the most advanced unit in Unirope’s fleet.
“Launching manufacturing in Edmonton helps us serve Western Canadian partners more efficiently and significantly reduces lead times,” said Justin Brown, president of Unirope. “We are committed to delivering premium, engineered lifting solutions that meet the region’s heavy industry demands.”
This development continues a wave of investment in the Alberta site, which recently underwent upgrades in testing and operator training to support production of advanced Twin-Path slings. Unirope, headquartered in Ontario, also serves select clients in the U.S. and Europe.
Unirope first partnered with Slingmax in 1988 and has since helped refine the Twin-Path® line, which is known for its safety and durability in heavy lifting. The new roundsling machine can also produce Slingmax’s Helix™ and Onyx™ slings — both offering advanced synthetic fiber designs for specialized lifting needs.
The Edmonton site also stocks Slingmax’s Spider Sleeve™ and Covermax products, offering added protection against abrasion and wear, further supporting Unirope’s mission to provide best-in-class rigging solutions.
