Cincinnati, OH Lifting & Rigging Solutions | Mazzella 

Your Trusted Partner for Lifting, Rigging, Inspections and Training in the Tri-State 

Cincinnati is one of the most important industrial hubs in the Midwest. Steel mills, automotive plants, railroads, utilities, and construction companies all operate within the Tri-State area of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Each relies on safe lifting and rigging practices to keep people safe and projects on schedule. 

Mazzella Serving Cincinnati & Tri-State Region

The challenge? These industries face constant pressure from OSHA regulations, tight timelines, and workforce shortages. If equipment fails, if compliance slips, or if downtime strikes, the costs multiply quickly. 

That’s where Mazzella’s Cincinnati Lifting Center comes in. Our branch is dedicated to helping companies in the region: 

  • Stay compliant with OSHA and ASME standards. 
  • Keep cranes, rigging, and fall protection systems safe and reliable
  • Provide training that equips employees with the right skills. 
  • Deliver rigging products and hoists when and where you need them. 

Since 1986, Mazzella Cincinnati has been providing ideal lifting solutions for southern Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. We supply our customers with all styles of slings, rigging hardware, wire rope, overhead cranes, crane and hoist service, and engineered lifting devices.   

Unlike some suppliers who only sell products, we back our solutions with inspections, training, and a nationwide service network. That combination makes Mazzella Cincinnati not just a supplier, but a guide and partner in your lifting operations. 

Where We’re Located

Contact Our Cincinnati Team 

Mazzella — Cincinnati Lifting Center 

10605 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH 45215
Phone: 513-772-4466
Fax: 513-772-7129
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–3:30 PM  

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Mazzella Cincinnati Branch

Service Area: Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Southern Indiana, with extended reach into Louisville, Lexington, Owensboro, and Evansville. 

Our branch is strategically located to serve both local businesses and regional facilities. Whether you’re a steel mill in Middletown, a utility provider in Northern Kentucky, or a construction contractor in Louisville, our team can deliver the service, training, and rigging products you need.


Services We Provide in Cincinnati

Rigging Hardware, Wire Rope, and Lifting Slings 

Safe lifting starts with the right rigging equipment. A single weak link—whether it’s a worn shackle, an overloaded sling, or a damaged hoist—can put workers at risk and halt production. That’s why Mazzella Cincinnati is building a reliable stock of rigging gear to support the Tri-State region 

  • Crosby shackles and fittings – Trusted worldwide for consistent performance. 
  • Harrington hoists – Manual and powered hoists designed for industrial duty. 
  • Web slings and roundslings – Lightweight and flexible for delicate or general lifts. 
  • Wire rope slings – Durable and capable of handling high-capacity lifts. 
  • Chain binders and assemblies – For secure tie-down and load control. 

Not only do we stock the essentials, but we also provide inspections and training that other rigging companies simply don’t offer. 

OSHA- and ASME-Compliant Inspections  

Mazzella employs certified inspectors that can provide documented rigging inspections that meet or exceed government requirements (OSHA and ASME). Our Inspection Division works daily to keep your investment safe. 

At Mazzella Cincinnati, our inspections help you: 

  • Catch issues before they become accidents. 
  • Extend the usable life of your equipment. 
  • Provide you with documentation for OSHA compliance. 
  • Uncover repair and training opportunities that strengthen your safety culture. 

Our inspectors conduct: 

  • Rigging Inspections: Covering all slings, shackles, hooks, spreader beams, lifters, and personal fall protection. Inspections are performed by certified technicians who tag, document, and deliver reports with clear recommendations. 
  • Overhead Crane Inspections: Our inspectors go up on the crane, not just ground-level. We check hoists, brakes, limit switches, and controls to ensure compliance with CMAA, OSHA 1910.179, and ASME B30.2 requirements. 
  • Warehouse Racking Inspections: Identifying damaged uprights, overloaded beams, and unsafe configurations that put workers and inventory at risk.  

24/7 Overhead Crane Service and Maintenance  

Overhead Cranes are central to production in steel mills, power plants, and automotive facilities. When they go down, everything stops. That’s why Mazzella Cincinnati coordinates crane service and maintenance with Mazzella’s nationwide service team. 

We offer: 

  • Preventive maintenance designed to align with outage schedules. 
  • Emergency crane and hoist repair available 24/7. 
  • Crane modernizations and upgrades (drives, controls, safety systems). 
  • Parts sourcing and installation for all major OEMs. 
  • Gorbel and Spanco workstation systems, jibs, and monorails (design through installation). 

Our service technicians are independently trained and certified for expert maintenance and repair to keep your overhead crane equipment running. Our techs specialize in solving complex problems in emergency situations so you can avoid long downtime.  

What sets Mazzella apart is our inspection-first approach. Every crane service call is an opportunity to identify issues before they become emergencies. This proactive mindset saves you money, increases uptime, and improves safety. 

While our Cincinnati branch doesn’t house a full crane fabrication facility, customers benefit from the national network of Mazzella crane experts. That means whether you need a small repair or a major modernization, you’re covered. 

Fall Protection Solutions 

Falls remain one of OSHA’s “Fatal Four” causes of workplace injuries. In steel plants, utilities, and construction, protecting workers at height is a top priority. 

Mazzella Cincinnati supports local companies with: 

  • Engineered Systems: Horizontal lifelines, rigid track systems, and custom anchor points. 
  • PPE: Harnesses, SRLs, lanyards, and rescue equipment. 
  • Inspections: Annual and periodic inspections to keep fall protection systems compliant. 
  • Training: Fall protection user and competent-person training. 
  • Rescue Planning: Site-specific plans to ensure quick, safe rescue in the event of a fall. 

We partner with leading manufacturers to ensure reliability, such as:  

  • 3M 
  • Gorbel 
  • Reid Lifting 
  • TUFF BUILT 
  • Tractel 
  • Rigid Lifelines 
  • Safewaze 

And because we’re local, we can provide fast response for inspections, recertifications, and training—helping you meet OSHA and ANSI requirements without delay. 

Training and Certifications 

If your employees require specific training programs for OSHA compliance for overhead cranes, slings, hoists, or rigging hardware, we can assist in creating a safe and reliable workplace. Our trainers are accredited through Industrial Training International, Inc. (ITI) and train to OSHA and ASME standards.   

Mazzella’s in-house training is all about the basics of lifting and rigging, getting your workers compliant. Our training focuses on four key departments:  

  • Rigging Training: Proper selection, inspection, and safe use. 
  • Overhead Crane Operator Training: Teaching OSHA/ASME compliance and practical operation. 
  • Signalperson Training: OSHA 1926.1428 compliant. 
  • Fall Protection Training: From basics to competent person. 
  • Custom Safety Programs: Tailored for Tier-1 suppliers, construction contractors, and steel plants. 

Training is not only about compliance. It reduces accidents, lowers insurance costs, and creates a culture of safety. Companies that invest in training see fewer injuries, less downtime, and stronger employee engagement. 

Through our partnership with Industrial Training International (ITI), Cincinnati customers also gain access to some of the most advanced training programs in the industry.  Our Cleveland Lifting Center is also home to Industrial Training International (ITI), the recognized leader in crane, rigging, and lifting education.  

Our local sales representatives can also work with you to schedule on-site training for operators, riggers, and safety professionals.    


Industries We Serve in Cincinnati

Automotive

Mazzella Serves The Automotive, Vehicle & Durable Goods Industry

Automotive facilities can’t afford for their overhead cranes to shut down, their lifting slings to fail, and their workers to have improper fall protection. Mazzella has experience serving the largest automotive plants in the region.

We provide lifting slings hoists, fall protection, inspections, overhead crane installations, and overhead crane service to automotive plants and supplier facilities across Cincinnati, Ohio and Kentucky.

Steel and Metals

Mazzella Serves Steel Producers, Processors & Warehouses

Our 40 plus years of steel mill experience and expertise has taught us that delivery of the right product, to the right specs, at the right time makes a huge difference for our customers.   

We offer the following services to our steel customers:  

Exact & Matched Crane Cables – a documented ISO procedure allows us to provide exact and matched crane cables to our steel customers with guaranteed accuracy for ease of installation.  

Mazzella Ready Stock™ Program – our Ready Stock™ program eliminates the need for our customers to purchase replacement wire rope inventory prior to a specific need. This process improves cash flow, eliminates damage to ropes during storage, and reduces overall and inventory carrying costs.  

Wire Rope Surveys – our team will come on-site and work with your team to assess the critical ropes and cables you’re using on your cranes and machinery. We’ll help identify opportunities to:  

  • Improve wire rope service life  
  • Reduce labor time during installation  
  • Reduce on-site inventory of backup wire rope  
  • Assure proper inventory levels  

Inspection Services – OSHA overhead crane inspections, OSHA sling inspections, and inspections of fall protection equipment and below-the-hook lifting devices  

One-Stop-Shop – traditional rigging products, engineered lifting devices, overhead cranes, overhead crane service, parts, training, and more!  

Railroads

Mazzella Serves the Railroad Industry

Without the proper lifting and rigging equipment and expert services, your railyard risks inefficiency, accidents, frustrating equipment breakdowns, and significant financial losses.

With over 140,000 miles of privately-owned track in the United States, carrying billions of dollars of products at any time, the proper maintenance of railcars and locomotives is crucial.

Partnering with a proven material handling provider with a large national footprint will dramatically improve your maintenance and repair processes, giving you access to:

  • Top-of-the-line training for workers
  • Unbiased third-party material handling inspections
  • Industry-leading engineered fall protection systems
  • Quick response times

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Construction 

Mazzella Serves Construction, Contractors & Crane Rental Industry

Our rigging gear, hoists, and crane inspections keep projects on schedule and compliant. With our ready stock program and responsive service, contractors know they can rely on us when timing is critical. 

Our fall protection systems can also keep your construction workers safe while working at height.

Utility Facilities and Power Plants

Mazzella Serves the Utilities & Power Industry

Mazzella’s Cincinnati team provides inspections, fall protection, and hoist service for utility companies all over Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. 

Manufacturing and General Industry

Mazzella Serves Crane Dealers, Resellers & Builders

From die casting to injection molding and tool & die, Cleveland manufacturers depend on us for safe lifting.

We provide standard rigging products, custom solutions, and inspection services that keep plants compliant with OSHA standards and operational demands. 


Certified. Safe. Proven.

Safety and compliance are at the core of everything we do. At our Cincinnati branch, you’ll find: 

  • Certified Inspectors – Trained to OSHA and ASME standards. 
  • Trusted Brands – Crosby shackles, Harrington hoists, Safewaze fall protection, Van Beest fittings, CM, and Mazzella lifting slings.
  • Training Partnership – In-house ITI training to prepare your workforce. 
  • Commitment to Safety – A culture built on protecting workers and reducing risks.

What Cincinnati Workers Say About Mazzella

I have been dealing with Mazzella for close to 20 years with all of our companies lifting and rigging equipment and inspections … Don’t hesitate to use this company for any of your lifting or rigging needs.


Frequently Asked Questions

Do you fabricate custom slings at this branch? 

Not on-site. Custom slings are fabricated at Mazzella Centers of Excellence and delivered quickly to our location. 

Can you do on-site inspections or training? 

Yes. Our inspectors and trainers can come directly to your facility for rigging inspections, crane service, and on-site rigging, overhead crane operator, signalperson, and fall protection training offerings.

Do you stock rigging products in Cincinnati? 

Yes. We carry standard rigging products including slings, shackles, hoists, and hardware. Inventory is expanding in 2025 to include a larger ready-stock program. 

What industries do you serve? 

Our branch mostly serves companies in steel, automotive, railroads, utilities, and construction.

What areas do you service outside of Cincinnati? 

 Our reach extends into Northern Kentucky, Southern Indiana, Louisville, Lexington, Owensboro, and Evansville. 

Do you provide emergency crane service? 

We provide responsive crane inspections and repairs in the Cincinnati area. Our team will work with you to minimize downtime and restore safe operation.

What hours are you open? 

7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Monday-Friday. 


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