Your One Source for Lifting & Rigging Services in Lafayette, Louisiana!

Proudly Supplying Louisiana, Western Mississippi, and Southeast Texas with Wire Rope, Lifting Slings, and Rigging Hardware! 

Like other cities in Louisiana, Lafayette boasts a diverse economy, making the city of 120,000 people a hub for oil and gas, marine, manufacturing, agriculture, and construction operations.    

Mazzella has combined office and warehouse space across the country that houses a large inventory of wire rope and lifting and rigging products. The Mazzella name is synonymous with quality lifting slings — from the customer favorite Mazzella 7-Part™ to the high-performance synthetic Twin-Path® product line. We can manufacture any sling to meet your needs, including: 

• Alloy Chain 

• Wire Rope 

• Nylon and Polyester Web 

• Cordage 

• Tie-Down 

• High-Performance Synthetic 

Additionally, we stock well over 26 million feet of wire rope for making assemblies — both large and small — for bridge cables, crane cables, steel mill cables, and OEM assemblies. 

All standard wire rope, rigging products, and heavy-lift assemblies are in stock and available to ship within 24 hours. For emergency situations, we can deliver right to your facility or job site. Also, Mazzella offers “In By 2, Out Same Day” order fulfillment for our standard products. 

Mazzella offers on-site button pouring to help save on downtime and the expense of buying new crane ropes. 

Supporting Louisiana’s Thriving Oil & Gas Industry 

Louisiana, like other Gulf Coast states, has had a thriving oil and gas sector for generations. A study from API in 2021 showed that the industry supports over 300,000 jobs and contributes over $54 billion annually to the state’s economy. 

We understand the unique challenges that oil and gas can bring to lifting and rigging professionals, and the hundreds of thousands (sometimes millions) of dollars that can be lost due to extensive downtimes. We also know how hard it is to keep your rigging gear in compliance with oil and gas standards.   

With more than 70 years of experience serving the most important sectors in the American economy, we understand the level of quality, service, and dependability required in this vital industry. 

We also have the resources to support Louisiana’s mining operations and an emerging “new energy” sector (wind, solar, and hydro).  

A DNV- and ISO-Certified Branch  

Our Lafayette branch is one of four Mazzella shops who has achieved ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certification. 

We are also in the process of becoming DNV type approval of lifting sets for offshore containers and portable offshore units. Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is a globally recognized program that sets training, safety, equipment, and quality standards for the oil and gas industry. Being DNV-certified makes us an ideal choice if you need lifting and rigging equipment for your offshore operations, be it wire rope, below-the-hook lifting devices, or multi-leg bridles. 

Overhead Cranes for Louisiana’s Diverse Economy

Louisiana has one of the most unique and diverse economies in the United States. While a major port hub for centuries, the state is also a hub for: 

• The oil and gas industry 

• Fishing and agricultural operations 

• Tourism 

• General and automotive manufacturing plants 

Partnering with a proven overhead crane manufacturer is a big decision and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Designing, manufacturing, and installing an overhead crane is a big project and can be a substantial investment—but a necessary one if you want to improve your company’s efficiency and workflows.  

Today, there are thousands of our crane systems throughout the United States and abroad—all done in full compliance with CMAA, NEC, OSHA, and ASME standards. Since every business is unique, and no two cranes are alike, we offer free quotes and consultations for overhead crane and material lifting projects.  

Our team of local and highly-experienced Crane Specialists, Engineers, and Estimators can help you design and specify a cost-effective crane system for your facility, production or budgetary needs.  

We specialize in designing and installing:  

• Overhead Bridge Cranes  

• Gantry Cranes  

• Jib Cranes  

• Workstation Cranes  

• Monorail Cranes 

Overhead Crane and Hoist Service in Louisiana: OSHA Inspections, Repairs, and Replacement Parts  

We offer our customers the following services: 

• Crane and hoist maintenance 

• Crane and hoist repair and replacement parts 

• Overhead crane installation 

• OSHA inspections 

• Training 

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. We strive to reduce your downtime, and our technicians are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

Mazzella sets the standard in inspection documentation management. Our online reporting system continuously archives your OSHA inspection reports and allows you to instantly access them through our website. Our Inspection Division works daily to keep your investment safe. 

As a stocking parts distributor for most major hoist manufacturers, Mazzella can quickly respond to your needs. Our Parts Department Service Representatives are on hand and ready to serve you with a high sense of urgency. We understand the importance of keeping your production flowing, so we service and stock replacement parts for all makes and models of cranes and hoists. 

Our inspectors bring thousands of hours of experience and expertise when they arrive at your facility—keeping you compliant with OSHA regulations and ASME B30.20 standards.  

Our inspectors are looking for:  

• Mechanical malfunctions  

• Electrical issues  

• Broken or missing parts  

• Signs of damage or misalignment of runways, beams, and structural supports 

Below-the-Hook Spreader Beams, Lifting Beams, and Custom-Engineered Lifting Devices

Mazzella can design and fabricate a wide range of custom-engineered below-the-hook lifting devices. Some of our more popular models include: 

• Spreader beams 

• Basket lifting beams 

• Coil hooks and lifters 

• Forklift booms  

• Vacuum lifters 

Our team has years of experience working with organizations to design below-the-hook devices that not only meet industry standards, but also improve efficiency rates and keep employees safe. 

Lifting and Rigging Training for Louisiana Workers

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 has been providing education for more than half a century and our collective knowledge across the wide range of products we sell makes us unique in our training approach. Several years ago, we made significant changes to our training division. We found that across the board, there were inconsistencies in the training materials, training duration, subjects covered, and the skills of our trainers. 

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:  

• Lifting and rigging  

• Fall protection  

• Overhead crane operating  

• Signalperson   

Furthermore, our partner Industrial Training International (ITI), has lifting courses geared to those looking for intermediate and advanced rigor. 

Thanks to this partnership, the handoff between someone going from Mazzella training to ITI training is a seamless experience. Mazzella Account Managers are also kept in the loop about students’ progress.  

On top of training, Mazzella and ITI have partnered to build two state-of-the-art training centers: one in Mazzella’s Carter Road facility in Cleveland, Ohio, and a crane, rigging, and load handling training center in Bartow, Florida.

Certified Rigging Inspections in Louisiana

OSHA 1910.184 and ASME B30.9 require that all lifting slings, fastenings, and attachments shall be inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer.

Mazzella employs certified inspectors that can provide documented rigging inspections that meet or exceed government requirements (OSHA and ASME). Also, we provide personal fall protection inspections, inspections of below-the-hook lifting devices, and basic level NDT (non-destructive testing) inspections to support our visual inspections.

Warehouse Rack Inspections

The warehouse and storage industry has recently shifted towards third-party rack inspections. While your in-house safety department has your best interest at heart, it’s always good to get an unbiased set of eyes on your pallet racking systems. 

From mom-and-pop operations to some of the largest distribution centers in the country, our team can accurately, quickly, and efficiently inspect any type of warehouse. Our inspectors will be on the lookout for: 

• Any in-house modifications 

• Damaged uprights and beams 

• Missing safety clips on beams 

• Missing wire decks on walkways 

• Missing or damaged anchors 

• Improperly sized rack members 

About Mazzella

Founded by Jim Mazzella, Sr. in 1954, we began with a vision to provide the highest quality hand-braided wire rope slings, supporting construction sites, ports, and steel mills across Northeast Ohio.

Today, thanks to our loyal customers, we have grown from a single location in Cleveland’s Linndale neighborhood, to employing over 1,000 team members at dozens of locations across the country—growing through a mix of organic expansion, long-standing partnerships, and acquisitions.  

The business is now ran by Jim Mazzella, Sr.’s son, and Mazzella Companies’ CEO, Tony Mazzella. Tony’s two sons, Matt Mazzella and Adam Mazzella, are now the third generation involved and act as Presidents of Mazzella’s Lifting and Metals businesses, respectively. 

Beyond traditional rigging products, Mazzella has evolved into a leader in the design and manufacturing of overhead cranes, engineered lifting devices, electrode handling equipment, and fall protection systems. Additional services include wire rope socketing and spooling, crane upgrades and modernizations, rigging inspections, crane inspections and repair, warehouse rack inspections, and end-user training 

Mazzella is headquartered right next to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport and provides local and national customers with all of our product and service offerings.

Some of our capabilities include:

• In-house engineering and fabrication of light-duty to heavy-duty overhead crane systems and custom below-the-hook lifting devices
• Overhead crane service and emergency repairs—local service techs and fully-stocked service vehicles for 24/7 service needs
• Full rigging shop, including chain sling, wire rope sling, and synthetic web sling fabrication, testing, and repair
• Hoist block repair and hoist parts center—complete line of parts for all makes and models of hoists
• Over 2 million feet of wire inventory—complete with reels of ropes in all sizes and configurations—from every major manufacturer—for any overhead crane, hoist, mobile crane, or specialty application
• Full inventory of distributed products, including: rigging hardware, fall protection products, hoists, and more
• OSHA-mandated rigging inspection, below-the-hook inspection, and fall protection inspection services

For more information about our products and services, or to schedule a consultation, call us or stop by to speak with a specialist:

Mazzella – Lafayette  
101 Gallier Street 
Lafayette, LA 70506 
Phone: 337-234-0353