What type of slings have their tops gathered at a common hook or fitting?

Bridle slings are specifically designed with their tops gathered at a common hook or fitting, allowing multiple leg slings to connect at a single point. This configuration provides enhanced stability and weight distribution when lifting loads. The structure of bridle slings allows for the attachment of several individual sling legs to one connection point, which is advantageous in situations requiring balanced lifting. This design is also effective for dealing with irregularly shaped loads, ensuring that the weight is appropriately distributed through the multiple legs of the sling.

The other types of slings, such as longline slings, cable slings, and web slings, do not feature this specific gathering at the top for attachment. Longline slings are generally used for extending the distance of the lift without the same configuration, cable slings are made of cable material but do not utilize a gathering system at a hook, and web slings are made of textile materials but do not inherently involve a bridle design. Hence, bridle slings are uniquely suited for applications requiring a unified hook connection from multiple sling points.