Rope & Wire Rope Testing Services

Ensuring Strength, Safety & Compliance

At Katradis S.A., we are committed to delivering high-quality rope and wire rope testing services to ensure safety, durability, and compliance with industry standards. Our testing facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology to conduct thorough inspections of synthetic mooring ropes, HMPE ropes, mooring tails, and wire ropes, ensuring they meet ISO, OCIMF, SOLAS, and other regulatory requirements.

Whether used in marine, offshore, shipping, or industrial applications, ropes and wire ropes must withstand intense loads, harsh environments, and continuous wear. Our testing services help shipowners, port operators, and industrial users verify the integrity and longevity of their ropes before deployment.

Safety starts with testing!

Tensile Strength Testing

We assess tensile strength, elongation, and abrasion resistance, to ensure that our ropes meet operational demands and withstand marine environments.

In-house testing sevices

Our in-house testing services ensure full control over quality and accuracy. All rope and wire rope tests are conducted within our own facilities using advanced equipment, allowing for certified results, and strict compliance with international standards.

Live Demonstrations

At KATRADIS, we welcome clients and partners to visit our facilities for live demonstrations of our rope and wire rope testing procedures, including tensile rope and wire rope strength tests.

Mooring Ropes Testing

At KATRADIS, we carry out comprehensive testing on mooring ropes to guarantee safety, performance, and compliance with international standards. All tests are conducted in-house, simulating the demanding conditions ropes face during mooring operations.

Our mooring rope testing includes:

Breaking load verification – Confirms the rope’s maximum load capacity
Elongation and stretch analysis – Evaluates rope behavior under tension
Abrasion resistance testing – Assesses wear from repeated use and friction
Environmental exposure simulation – Tests resistance to UV, saltwater, and temperature changes
Compliance checks – Ensures alignment with OCIMF MEG4, ISO, and marine safety standards

Wire Ropes Testing

Our wire rope testing services, conducted at our dedicated facility in Piraeus, are designed to assess the integrity, performance, and safety of wire ropes used in critical marine and industrial applications.

Breaking load tests – Measuring ultimate tensile strength under load
Fatigue and wear testing – Simulating real-life load cycles and operational stresses
Dimensional and visual inspections – Verifying construction accuracy and external condition
Compliance with standards – Meeting MEG4, ISO, API, and classification society requirements

“At Katradis, safety is at the core of everything we do. Our rope testing services play a vital role in helping clients meet operational standards, reduce risk, and maintain the highest level of compliance with international regulations.”