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YOKE Advances Digital Rigging Compliance with SupraNano Chips and Digital Product Passports

YOKE Industrial Corp. is advancing digital transformation within the lifting and rigging sector through the integration of SupraNano chips and Digital Product Passports (DPPs) across its rigging products. The technology is designed to support regulatory compliance, improve traceability, and enhance lifecycle management for lifting equipment.

30-Second Takeaway YOKE Industrial Corp. is integrating Digital Product Passports and SupraNano chip technology into its rigging products to support compliance with evolving European sustainability regulations. The system enables lifecycle tracking, inspection management, and improved traceability for lifting equipment while supporting broader industry digitalisation efforts. YOKE Introduces Digital Product Passports for Rigging Equipment YOKE Industrial Corp. is expanding its digital rigging technology portfolio by integrating: SupraNano digital chips Digital Product Passports (DPPs) across its lifting and rigging product range. The initiative is designed to help customers meet evolving regulatory requirements while improving: Product traceability Lifecycle management Inspection tracking Resource efficiency YOKE said the technology represents one of the company’s most significant digital transformation initiatives to date. Digital Product Passports Support Regulatory Compliance The adoption of Digital Product Passports is being driven largely by alignment with the European Union’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). ESPR Expands Sustainability Requirements Across EU Market The ESPR framework broadens the scope of the previous Ecodesign Directive by introducing sustainability requirements for a wider range of products entering the EU market. The regulation focuses on factors including: Durability Repairability Recyclability Resource efficiency Recycled material usage Product traceability Manufacturers and distributors are increasingly required to provide enhanced technical documentation and lifecycle information to demonstrate compliance. DPPs Central to Future Compliance Requirements A key component of ESPR is the implementation of Digital Product Passports which securely store verified product data throughout a product’s operational lifecycle. YOKE said its hardware and software ecosystem has been developed specifically to support these evolving requirements. SupraNano Chips Enable Lifecycle Tracking YOKE’s digital system uses its proprietary: SupraNano chip technology which can either be: Embedded directly into steel products Retrofitted to existing equipment using tags The chips are supported by cloud-based software provided through partner company: RiConnect Inc. SaaS Platform Records Product History RiConnect’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform enables secure tracking of: Product information Inspection records Maintenance history Usage data Lifecycle documentation The company said this simplifies: Pre-use inspections Compliance management Maintenance scheduling Asset tracking for lifting equipment operators and owners. YOKE Highlights Benefits Beyond Compliance YOKE said the digitalisation of rigging equipment provides value beyond regulatory requirements alone. Digital Functionality Seen as Industry Transformation Steven Hong, President of YOKE, said the integration of digital technology marks a major shift for the rigging industry. “Integrating digital functionality is a revolutionary step for the rigging industry; we want to pioneer the use of digitalised and sustainable rigging solutions globally,” said Hong. DPPs Simplify Inspection and Maintenance Processes Hong added that lifecycle tracking significantly improves operational visibility. “The benefits of equipment carrying a DPP are clear: beyond the regulatory framework, product information, inspection reports, and usage history can be tracked, making pre-use checks, maintenance and examination much easier.” New X-Link Rigging Products Integrate Hardware and Software YOKE recently demonstrated the technology through the launch of its: X-Link Single X-Link Double master link systems. One-Piece Rigging Solutions Reduce Complexity The new products integrate multiple lifting components into single-piece solutions designed to improve: Lifting efficiency Assembly speed Operational safety Resource efficiency Traditional systems often require separate: Master links Slings Shortening devices which must be assembled individually. DPP Integration Tracks Full Product Lifecycle Each X-Link product is fully equipped with a Digital Product Passport enabling users to monitor: Product data Inspection records Usage history Lifecycle status throughout the equipment’s operational life. Hong said the integrated design further simplifies rigging operations at the point of use. “Integrating components into a one-piece master link solution is another important step, and one that revolutionizes the use of these single- and double-leg rigging products at the point of use.” Digitalisation Continues Reshaping the Lifting Industry The lifting and rigging sector is increasingly adopting digital technologies to improve: Compliance Asset management Operational safety Sustainability Equipment traceability Digital Product Passports are expected to become increasingly important as global regulations evolve and customers seek greater transparency across supply chains and equipment lifecycles. About YOKE Industrial Corp. YOKE Industrial Corp. is a manufacturer of lifting and rigging products including: Grade 80 and Grade 100 lifting chain fittings Swivel hoist hooks Shackles Angular contact swivels Wire rope clips Lifting points The company also develops digital rigging technologies including SupraNano chip systems and lifecycle tracking solutions. Website:https://www.yoke.net About RiConnect Inc. RiConnect Inc. provides cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions supporting Digital Product Passport integration, equipment lifecycle management, and asset traceability systems for industrial and lifting applications. Frequently Asked Questions What digital technology has YOKE introduced? YOKE has introduced SupraNano digital chips and Digital Product Passports for lifting and rigging equipment. What is a Digital Product Passport (DPP)? A DPP is a digital record containing verified lifecycle information including inspections, maintenance, and usage history. Why are DPPs becoming important? DPPs support compliance with the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). What products use the new technology? YOKE’s X-Link Single and X-Link Double master links are equipped with Digital Product Passports. What benefits do the digital systems provide? The systems improve traceability, maintenance management, inspections, compliance tracking, and resource efficiency.

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