SIMEN PRECAST, a leading manufacturer of precast concrete accessories and solutions, has launched its latest product: **Cast-in Lifting Loops** – heavy-duty wire rope assemblies engineered to simplify the safe lifting and positioning of precast concrete elements such as wall panels, floor slabs, and structural beams.

Crafted from 19x7-strand hot-dip galvanized steel wire rope (with a 316 stainless steel option for high-corrosion environments), these lifting loops feature factory-crimped end fittings that form a robust, load-bearing ring. Designed to be embedded directly into precast concrete during the casting process, the loops eliminate the need for post-installed lifting hardware – cutting on-site prep time for SIMEN’s precast manufacturing clients by 25%, per internal testing data.

“Precast operations rely on efficient, reliable lifting points to keep production on schedule,” said a product lead at SIMEN PRECAST. “Our Cast-in Lifting Loops support a working load of up to 5,000 lbs (with a 5:1 safety factor), meeting ACI 318 standards for precast component handling. Their low-profile design also avoids interference with concrete formwork, reducing casting errors.”

The loops are available in 12-inch and 18-inch rope lengths (custom sizes for large-scale projects), and each unit includes a protective plastic sleeve to prevent concrete adhesion to the rope during curing. Early feedback from a regional precast partner noted that the loops reduced lifting-related delays by 18% in their wall panel production line.

SIMEN PRECAST confirms the Cast-in Lifting Loops are now in stock for global distribution, with bulk-order discounts for precast manufacturers. A 316 stainless steel variant (targeted at marine or industrial precast applications) is scheduled for release in Q2 2026.