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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Rigging equipment includes products like lifting slings, wire rope slings, synthetic web and synthetic roundslings, alloy chain slings, synthetic rope slings, wire rope and high-performance crane ropes, and rigging hardware—including hooks, shackles, eye bolts, turnbuckles, and more.
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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How Crane Blocks Are Made: The McKissick Manufacturing Process
Learn how crane blocks are made at McKissick in Tulsa, from steel testing and roll forging to assembly, painting, proof…
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Synthetic Web Sling Damage: Break Tests on Heat, UV, Cuts, Knots, and Weld Splatter
Damaged synthetic web slings can fail suddenly. Learn what this break test shows and when to remove slings from service…
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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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Synthetic Slings vs Chain Slings: Applications, Safety, and How to Choose
Synthetic Slings vs Chain Slings: Compare applications, safety, and cost. Learn when to use synthetic technology and when chain is…
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Can You Replace a Hoist Chain Yourself? Safety, Hardness, and Calibration Explained
Can you replace a hoist chain yourself? Learn why hoist chains aren’t interchangeable and how using the wrong chain can…
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Top 10 Lifting & Rigging Videos of 2025
Catch up on 2025's top lifting and rigging videos. Explore our countdown of must-watch content covering hooks, chain, cranes, and…
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How to Tell Good Chain from Bad Chain: Safety Tips for Chain Shoppers
Learn how to tell good chain from bad chain. Spot cheap, unsafe chain and worn-out slings so you can buy…
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What Is a Snatch Block? How It Works and When to Use One
This article explains what a snatch block is, how it works, when to use one, and how you can get the…
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How AI Stringing Line Inspection Works: Scope’s 360° Rope Analysis Explained
AI stringing line inspection boosts safety and speed. Scope’s 360° views flag abrasion, cuts, splices, and predict break strength with…
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Carbon vs. Alloy Chain: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
This article breaks down the differences between carbon and alloy chain, which type is used for overhead lifting, and how…
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Plasma® Sling Service Life: What Our Break Test Revealed
Can slings go longer? Our break tests revealed unexpected MBL failures. Get insights on Plasma® sling service life, inspections &…
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Carbon Chain vs Alloy Chain: Applications, Safety, and How to Choose
Compare carbon chain vs alloy chain. Learn safe uses, markings, and why alloy is required for lifting. Choose the right…
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Chain Grades Guide: Buyer’s Guide to Grades 30, 43, 70, 80, 100, 120 and Applications
Get the ultimate chain grades guide! Learn what 30, 43, 70, 80, 100, 120 mean, how to identify them, &…
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How to Pair Elebia Remotes (eMAX & eMINI)
Learn how to pair remotes to your Elebia automatic lifting hook in this step-by-step guide.
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How to Pair Elebia Remotes to Hooks: eMAX & eMINI Setup Guide
Learn how to pair Elebia remotes to hooks using eMAX or eMINI. Step-by-step pairing, frequency, troubleshooting, and unpairing instructions included.
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How Much Does Crane Safety Actually Cost?
Discover the real cost of crane safety, and what happens when features get cut before the purchase order is approved.
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Slingmax® Sling Protection Explained: Cut vs. Abrasion and When to Use Each
Learn how to choose and use Slingmax® sling protection to protect your slings and loads. Understand cut vs. abrasion and…
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