What does the Orion company do?
Orion Cordage is one of North America's most trusted manufacturers of industrial rope and cordage. Since 1856, we've been designing, manufacturing, and testing rope solutions at our own facilities in the USA and Canada. We serve diverse industries including industrial rigging, commercial and pleasure marine, fall protection, power utility, telecom, towing, and government sectors with thousands of SKUs designed for demanding applications.
What are the three main types of rigging systems?
The three main types of rigging systems are: 1) Wire rope rigging - used for heavy-duty lifting and extreme load applications; 2) Synthetic rope rigging - including braided and twisted rope for versatile lifting, securing, and marine applications; and 3) Chain rigging - for high-temperature environments and maximum durability. Orion Cordage specializes in synthetic rope rigging solutions including braided rope, 3-strand rope, and specialized cordage systems.
What rigging products does Orion Cordage offer?
Orion offers a comprehensive range of rigging products including braided rope, 3-strand twisted rope, mooring lines, fall protection rope, cargo nets, natural fiber ropes (Manila, sisal, cotton), pole mount transformer slings, and custom/OEM rope solutions. All products are manufactured domestically with rigorous quality testing.
How quickly can I get rigging supplies from Orion?
Orion Cordage maintains industry-leading product availability with thousands of SKUs in stock. We offer tight lead times thanks to our domestic manufacturing facilities and integrated supply chain. Contact us at 877-224-2673 for specific availability and delivery timelines for your Metairie project.
Are Orion's rigging products suitable for marine environments?
Yes, Orion manufactures extensive marine rigging solutions including mooring lines, pleasure marine rope, and commercial marine cordage engineered specifically for saltwater environments. Our products resist UV degradation, abrasion, and the corrosive effects of marine conditions, making them ideal for Louisiana's coastal and port applications.
What makes Orion's rope different from imported alternatives?
Orion rope is designed, manufactured, and tested entirely in our own USA and Canadian facilities—not imported. This ensures consistent quality control, reliable performance, faster delivery times, and products specifically engineered for North American applications and standards. Our 165+ years of manufacturing heritage guarantees you receive rope that meets the highest quality benchmarks.
Can Orion provide custom rigging solutions?
Absolutely. Our Custom/OEM services allow us to engineer rope solutions to your exact specifications using various fibers including nylon, polyester, polypropylene, and co-polymer with customizable construction options. Whether you need specialized sizes, configurations, or performance characteristics, our team works with you to develop the perfect solution.
Does Orion offer fall protection rope for safety applications?
Yes, Orion manufactures a complete line of fall protection rope designed for workers at height. Our safety rope features low stretch, superior abrasion resistance, and high strength-to-weight ratios. These products are suitable for safety lines, horizontal and vertical lifelines, and comply with fall protection standards for construction, roofing, and industrial applications.