What Makes My Below-the-Hook Lifting Device OSHA Compliant?
Below-the-hook devices are sometimes an afterthought when safety and production personnel self-assess their lifting and rigging programs for compliance. It’s…
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Overhead Crane Hoist Types and Design: Manual, Electric, and Air
A hoist could be considered the most important component of an overhead crane system because it’s the device that actually…
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5 Reasons Your Lifting & Rigging Program Isn’t OSHA/ASME Compliant
Those that have been in the lifting and rigging industries for a while will remember that years ago, sling and…
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Mazzella Companies Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification
The new standard focuses on risk-based thinking and accountability in all organizational processes to help improve communications, efficiency, and the…
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Wire Rope Slings: What Does Import and Domestic Really Mean?
When sourcing wire rope or wire rope slings for your next lifting project, make sure that you do your research…
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Overhead Bridge Cranes: Single Girder vs. Double Girder Design
You’ll want to give careful consideration to the bridge design of your overhead crane system to make sure that you…
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5 Common Problems with Overhead Cranes and How to Avoid Them
Just like with an automobile or any other piece of equipment or machinery, your overhead crane will need regular maintenance…
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Spreader Beams vs. Lifting Beams: Definitions, Differences, and Design
Are you confused about whether to use a spreader beam or a lifting beam for your next project? There is…
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Overhead Crane Controls: Push Button Pendants vs. Radio Controls
Over time, there has been a trend towards moving operators out of the cabs and putting them down on the…
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Top Running vs. Under Running Cranes: Definitions and Comparisons
Top running cranes vs. under running cranes: learn more about the differences, capabilities, advantages, and common applications for both types…
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Crane Electrification: Conductor Bars vs. Cable Festoon vs. Cable Reel
With different types of crane electrification systems available, and different varieties that exist for each type of system, it can…
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Does OSHA Require a Hook with a Safety Latch for an Overhead Lift?
The use of latches on hooks is a topic that is constantly up for debate in the lifting and rigging…
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