Lifting Slings

Lifting Slings Types & Terms [e-book]

What Are the Best Options for Lifting Bundles?

Is it time for your organization to invest in an engineered bundle lifting solution? We cover the benefits of making…

Toolbox Talk: Rigging Equipment Safety Essentials – Turnbuckles, Multi-Leg Slings, and Chain Grades

Ensuring safety in rigging and lifting operations is crucial to prevent accidents and equipment failures. In this Toolbox Talk, we…

What Sling Protection is Right for You?

Do you find yourself constantly replacing synthetic lifting slings? In this article, we explore several types of sling protection products…

Flemish Eye vs. Turnback Eye vs. Hand-Tucked Eye: Which Wire Rope Sling Eye Is Right for You?

When purchasing a wire rope lifting sling, how do you choose between a Flemish, Turnback, and a Hand-tucked eye? This…

Testing Slings With & Without CornerMax® Sling Protection

In the complex and often hazardous world of lifting and rigging safeguarding your slings from damage isn’t just best practice—it’s…

Toolbox Talk: Decoding SWL vs WLL, Safety Factor vs Design Factor, Spotters, & More

Proper training is crucial when it comes to rigging and lifting loads safely. Implementing and understanding proper terminology is vital…

Synthetic Roundslings Types & Terms [Guide]

Alloy Chain Slings Types & Terms [Guide]

When Does OSHA Require Proof Testing & Load Testing?

Regular proof testing of lifting slings is not required by ASME standards, but when are proof tests required for rigging…

How to Safely Rig and Lift an Off-Center Load

How do you safely lift an off-center load? There are several ways to safely make an overhead lift, even if…

Wire Rope Slings Types & Terms [Guide]

A How-To Guide to Ordering HMPE Synthetic Rope Slings

Are you looking to order new HMPE synthetic rope slings to replace your current rigging gear? Here is a how-to…

A Basic How-To Guide for Ordering Alloy Steel Chain Slings

Are you looking to order new alloy steel chain slings to replace your current rigging gear? Here is a how-to…

ASME B30.9-2021: Updates & Revisions to the ASME B30.9 Slings Standard

ASME B30.9 Slings sets the standard for the fabrication, attachment, use, inspection, testing, and maintenance in the load handling industry.

Rigging Gear Inspection Field Reference [Guide]

If you're tasked with safety and training in your company, this field reference guide can be used to help you…

A How-To Guide for Ordering Slingmax® Twin-Path® Slings

Are you preparing to purchase new lifting slings for an upcoming overhead lift? Did a recent inspection of your rigging…

A How-To Guide for Ordering Synthetic Roundslings

Did a recent inspection reveal your current synthetic roundslings are no longer in compliance with the standards set forth by…

A How-To Guide for Ordering Synthetic Web Slings

Did a recent inspection of your rigging gear reveal your synthetic web slings are no longer in compliance with the…

Synthetic Web Slings Types & Terms [Guide]

There are many types of synthetic web slings available for many types of lifting applications. Learn more about the types…

A How-To Guide for Ordering Wire Rope Slings

Are you in the market for new wire rope slings, but feeling somewhat confused after doing some research on different…

What Are Wire Rope Slings? Terms, Components, & Configurations

Wire rope slings are versatile and common pieces of rigging equipment. Learning more about the different parts and terms associated…

Does Dried Concrete on Web Slings Require Removal From Service?

Does dried concrete on a synthetic web sling meet removal from service criteria? To best answer this question, Mazzella rigging…

What Is a Sling Angle, and How Can Knowing Them Make Our Lifts Better?

Are you having problems maximizing the lifespan of your slings? One of the root causes could be improper use leading…