Forklifts vs. Overhead Cranes: Which is the Best for Your Business?
When it comes to material handling there are two standard options for lifting and moving loads—overhead cranes and forklifts. While…
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Sling Protection: What It Is, Different Types, and When to Use It
Sling protection products protect the sling from getting cut or abraded during the lift and, in many cases, protect the…
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9 Common Rigging Problems and How to Prevent Them
Failing to check for simple things like the capacity of a shackle or the weight of the load are common,…
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A Brief Rigging Glossary: Basic Industry Terms You Should Know
Understanding common lifting and rigging terms can be critical to the success of planning and executing an overhead lift. Use…
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How Do Twin-Path® Slings Compare to Wire Rope and Alloy Chain Slings?
With standard capacities up to 400 tons, Twin-Path® high-performance roundslings are as strong as steel, but are only about 10%…
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Considerations for Maintaining Load Control When You Rig Your Next Lift
Even if a load is perfectly rigged according to its weight, without proper load control, the lift could fail and…
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Ball Bearing and Positioning Swivels: What They Are and How They’re Used
A swivel is a piece of hardware used to accommodate load movement and twisting and is particularly useful in situations…
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Alloy Chain Sling Assemblies: Parts, Configuration, and Terminology
We often find there is confusion around the different terminology used to describe alloy chain slings. In this article, we'll…
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Master Links and Rings: What Are the Types and How Are They Used?
Links and rings can also be used as a connection point between virtually any two parts of a rigging assembly.…
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What is a Turnbuckle? A Look at the Types, Parts, Installation, and Uses
A turnbuckle is a basic piece of rigging equipment that can be used in a diverse set of tension-related applications.
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What is a Hoist Ring? A Look at Different Types, Installation, and Parts
A hoist ring is a piece of rigging equipment that, when used correctly, can make overhead lifts easier and safer.
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Structural vs. Roll Formed Pallet Racking: Advantages and Disadvantages
When designing a pallet-racking system, a major consideration is whether to go with a structural or roll formed beam and…
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Do You Know What Damaged and Unsafe Rigging Equipment Looks Like?
While the information in the ASME B30 Safety Standards is invaluable—especially when it comes to inspection frequencies and removal from…
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What are the Different Types of Cranes Used for Construction?
Do you know the difference between a tower crane and a crawler crane? Wonder what the difference is between an…
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Overhead Cranes: From Top to Bottom
Overhead Crane Types, Design, and Installation: A Comprehensive Guide Menu Section 1 Which Overhead Crane Service Class is Best for…
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10 Things to Consider When Designing a Warehouse Pallet Racking System (2025)
When preparing for a pallet racking design consultation, there are a number of different things to consider that will help…
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What Are The Different Types of Eye Bolts Used for Overhead Lifts?
It can be confusing to understand what type of eye bolt to use for your application in conjunction with your…
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OSHA Ladder Safety Compliance: General Ladder Rules & Requirements
Are you looking for best practices on the use of ladders in the workplace? Statistics show that workers are more…
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Mazzella Companies Launches Online Sling Inspection Course
Do you know how to inspect the lifting slings used on your job site? Enroll in this free course and…
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Synthetic Web Slings: 6 Things You Should Know Before Buying
We often find that when customers want to order a new web sling, they aren’t aware of all the different…
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Mazzella Companies Acquires Denver Wire Rope & Supply
Mazzella Lifting Technologies, a Mazzella Company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Denver Wire Rope & Supply. This acquisition…
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Wire Rope End Terminations: Sockets, Wire Rope Clips, and Splices
Are you confused about the difference between a swaged socket and a spelter socket? Need to know what type of…
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What Is the ASME B30 Safety Standard for Cranes, Hoists, and Rigging?
If you work in a job that utilizes a crane, hoist, derrick, or cableway to lift and move material, you’re…
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ASME B30.26 Shackle Inspection Requirements & Best Practices for Use
Are you looking for OSHA and ASME requirements for shackle inspection? Do you need to know how often and what…
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