How to Purchase a Custom Below-the-Hook Lifting Device
Buying a custom lifting device can be a big decision, especially if you have never gone through the process before.…
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What Hoist Do You Need for Explosive or Hazardous Environments?
This article will explain what makes a hoist suitable for explosive or hazardous environments, including the differences between explosion-proof and…
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Common Mistakes When Ordering Wire Rope Lifting Slings
Before purchasing wire rope slings for your business, check out this article that lists common mistakes people make.
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Why Growing Crane Rental Companies Need Third-Party Spooling
This article explains why a growing crane rental company should have a third party do their spooling, instead of handling…
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The True Cost of Overhead Crane Breakdowns
Overhead crane breakdowns cost $10K-$100K+ per hour in downtime, plus repair costs up to $60K. Learn how to prevent this…
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How Do You Provide Fall Protection Around Overhead Cranes?
Learn how to plan, install, and benefit from adding fall protection systems near overhead cranes.
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Top Five Myths About Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
Safety requirements for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms are often misunderstood by workers. We debunk five common myths in this article.
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Seven Common Mistakes When Using Crane Rope, and How to Fix Them
Crane ropes are often mishandled on jobsites. Find out how to extend their life and avoid common mistakes in this…
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A Complete Guide to Jib Cranes: Common Designs and Key Features
This article tells you everything you should know about jib cranes, including different types of systems and the benefits they…
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How to Maximize Your Warehouse Space
Before spending millions of dollars on a warehouse expansion, learn about ways to rethink your layout approach, including vertical integration.
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How to Correctly Order Crane Rope
If you’re responsible for replacing and ordering crane rope, this article will educate you on common mistakes people make, how…
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The Ultimate Rigging Equipment Markings Guide
This article takes a deep dive into the required markings for all major rigging equipment.
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How to Choose the Right Crane Block for Your Lift
This article will tell you everything you need to know to purchase the right crane block for your next project.
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The Pillars of Creating a Safe Warehouse
This article discusses the steps you can take to create a safer warehouse, with facts pulled straight from Mazzella’s warehouse…
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What Does Proper Fall Protection Look Like for Women?
Women are returning to construction and other blue-collar trades at record rates. Find out why women-specific fall protection harnesses are…
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How to Spot Bad Quality Chain: Common Red Flags to Watch
If you’re tasked with buying chains, this article will teach you how to determine if one is high quality or…
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Who are America’s Top Mill-Duty Crane Manufacturers?
This article looks at America's leading mill-duty overhead crane manufacturers.
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Overhead Crane Maintenance Strategies Explained: Reactive, Preventive, and Predictive
A practical comparison of reactive, preventive, and predictive approaches to reduce downtime and cost.
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How Much Does an OSHA/ASME Compliant Rigging Inspection Cost?
Get a transparent look at how much a rigging inspections cost, the factors that affect the pricing, and why compliance…
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Why Should You Buy Below-the-Hook Devices and Overhead Cranes Together
Learn the long-term benefits of integrating a below-the-hook lifting device with your overhead crane.
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What Is Bridge Speed on an Overhead Crane, and Why Does It Matter?
Learn how bridge speed impacts safety, productivity, cost, and crane system design across industries.
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Class 1 vs. Class 2 Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs): What’s the Difference, and Which One Do You Need?
Learn the key differences between Class 1 and Class 2 SRLs under ANSI standards, how fall clearance impacts safety, and…
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Trends That Will Shape the Lifting and Rigging Industry in 2026
Learn the top lifting and rigging industry trends for 2026, including AI, energy infrastructure growth, inspections, automation, and workforce challenges.
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A Year in Review: The 10 Best Lifting and Rigging Articles of 2025
We’ve compiled a list of our 10 best articles from 2025.
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