The Lifting & Rigging Learning Center

6 Ways to Preserve Knowledge in the Lifting Industry 

With experienced lifting professionals about to retire from the workforce, find out how to capture their knowledge and educate the…

Is Your Worksite Meeting Key Safety Standards?

Take the Lifting & Rigging Compliance Scorecard assessment to help you improve workplace safety.

The Most Common Types of Mooring Lines and Their Best Applications 

In this article, we’ll explore the most common types of mooring lines used in maritime environments, highlighting their main features,…

Bright, Galvanized, or Stainless Steel Wire Rope: What’s the Right Choice? 

The most common finishes of specialty wire rope on the market are stainless steel, galvanized, and bright wire ropes. Find…

How to Set Up EPLS on a Magnetek Drive (Electronic Programmable Limit Switches)

Learn how to set up EPLS on a Magnetek IMPULSE drive to control overhead crane limits. Fast guide for techs…

Manual Chain Hoist vs Lever Hoist: Which Manual Lifting Tool Should You Use?

Compare manual chain hoists vs lever hoists to choose the right lifting tool for your job site. Learn safety tips…

How Much Does an Overhead Crane Inspection Cost in 2025?

Find out how much overhead crane inspections cost, what affects pricing, and how to save money while staying OSHA-compliant.

Complete Guide to Lifting Hooks: How To Choose the Right Hook for Your Job

Learn how to choose the right lifting hooks for safe and efficient rigging. Explore types, safety tips, and OSHA/ASME compliance…

Wire Rope Clip Installation Guide [Infographic]

Lifting Slings Types & Terms [e-book]

Synthetic Roundslings Types & Terms [Guide]

Cable SRL Inspection Field Reference [Guide]

Slingmax® Helix™ High-Performance Roundslings

Construction Products & Services Catalog

Mazzella Capabilities Brochure (English)

Mazzella Capabilities Brochure (Spanish)

Women Building the Future of Lifting: Careers, Innovation & Impact

Discover inspiring stories and real advice about careers in the lifting industry from women leading its future.

Tariffs and the Lifting Industry: What to Know as April Unfolds

Ahead of new tariff announcements, here’s what the lifting industry needs to know about sourcing, steel costs, and supply chain…

Building on a Legacy: The Next Era of Mazzella Companies

Join us for the second episode in Mazzella Companies’ 70-year celebration series, where we explore Mazzella family values and the…

Rigging Through the Ages: Mazzella’s 70-Year Journey as a Rigging Industry Leader

Join us for a special episode of “Safety Factor” as we celebrate Mazzella Companies’ 70-year journey in the rigging industry.…