P.E. vs Standard Lifeline Inspection: What’s the Difference?
P.E. vs standard lifeline inspection explained—who performs each, what’s included, and when you need a P.E. to keep your fall…
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Class 1 vs. Class 2 Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs): What’s the Difference, and Which One Do You Need?
Learn the key differences between Class 1 and Class 2 SRLs under ANSI standards, how fall clearance impacts safety, and…
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Lifting and Rigging Trends for 2026: Industry Outlook
Learn the top lifting and rigging industry trends for 2026, including AI, energy infrastructure growth, inspections, automation, and workforce challenges.
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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 Perform a Pre-Use Overhead Crane Inspection
This article walks through the purpose of a pre-use inspection, how it differs from other inspection types, and a clear,…
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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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Should You Repair or Replace Your Below-the-Hook Lifting Device?
Learn the major factors that determine whether your BTH device is repairable, what drives costs, how lifecycle affects your decision,…
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Carbon vs. Alloy Chain: Applications, Safety, and Selection
This article breaks down the differences between carbon and alloy chain, which type is used for overhead lifting, and how…
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How Much Does a Lifeline Inspection Cost?
Learn how much a lifeline inspection costs, what affects pricing, and when you need a Professional Engineer review.
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What are Lifting Magnets, and How to Choose the Right One for Your Business
Learn how lifting magnets work, the differences between permanent, electro, and electro-permanent types, and how to choose the right one…
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Scary Rigging Spooktacular: Unsafe Rigging From Real Inspections
See real examples of unsafe rigging: twisted hooks, cursed chains, mangled links, and red‑tag rejects—plus clear removal criteria and safer…
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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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