spændemidler
Spændemidler are devices designed to apply and regulate tension in a flexible element such as wire rope, cable, chain, belt, or tendon. They can increase or maintain tension to secure loads, compensate for stretch, or enable force transmission in a system. Most spændemidler operate by converting a manual, hydraulic, or pneumatic action into axial force, and include a mechanism to lock in the set tension.
Common types include screw-type turnbuckles, which have a threaded body and end fittings; hydraulic or pneumatic
In the field of civil engineering and construction, spændemidler often refers to devices used for prestressing
Applications span a wide range: securing cargo on vehicles or ships, rigging in theaters and outdoor stages,
The term is closely related to related components such as turnbuckles, line grips, wire rope clamps, and