What is a Hoist Ring? A Look at Different Types, Installation, and Parts
A hoist ring is a piece of rigging equipment that, when used correctly, can make overhead lifts easier and safer.
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Master Links and Rings: What Are the Types and How Are They Used?
Links and rings can also be used as a connection point between virtually any two parts of a rigging assembly.…
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Eye Bolts vs. Swivel Hoist Rings: Pros & Cons and Common Uses
Used as lifting or securement points during a lift, eye bolts and hoist rings are some of the most common types of rigging hardware.…
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Mazzella Companies Acquires Contractors & Industrial Supply Co., Inc. (CIS)
Mazzella Companies is pleased to announce the acquisition of Contractors & Industrial Supply Co., Inc. (CIS) of Nashville, TN, expanding…
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Mazzella Companies Acquires Page Wire Rope & Slings, Inc.
Mazzella Companies is pleased to announce the acquisition of Page Wire Rope & Slings, Inc. This acquisition further strengthens Mazzella’s…
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What Are the Parts of a Wire Rope?
Wire rope consists of three basic components. While few in number, these vary in both complexity and configuration so as…
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Why Sheave Design is Critical to Wire Rope Service Life
Sheaves, drums and rollers must be of a correct design if optimum service is to be obtained from both the…
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How Sheave Size Affects Wire Rope Strength and Efficiency
The radius of bend has an effect on the strength of wire rope. In order to take this fact into…
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Inspection of Wire Rope Sheaves and Drums
The very first item to be checked when examining sheaves and drums is the condition of the grooves.
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Forklifts vs. Overhead Cranes: Which is the Best for Your Business?
When it comes to material handling there are two standard options for lifting and moving loads—overhead cranes and forklifts. While…
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How Can Fall Prevention Systems Make Working at Height Safer?
Are you looking for a way to make your job site safer by eliminating the risk of falls? There are…
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What Is a Guardrail: Components, Standards, and Best-Fit Applications
If a personal fall arrest system isn’t the right fit for your company, how can you protect your workers at…
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What are the Different Types of Cranes Used for Construction?
Do you know the difference between a tower crane and a crawler crane? Wonder what the difference is between an…
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Inspection of Boom Hoist Ropes on Mobile Cranes
Although improper use or maintenance can cause a wire rope to wear out prematurely, proper and timely inspection will ensure…
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Harrington NER 3 Phase Electric Chain Hoist: History, Design, Best Fits
Why should I consider purchasing an NER 3 Phase Electric Chain Hoist from Harrington? Simply put, after more than 150…
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How to Select & Install Trolleys for Manual and Powered Hoists
How do you properly select and install trolleys for manual and powered hoists? It is a simple question with a…
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CM® Tornado 360°™ Lever Chain Hoist: Design, Features, and Best Fits
Are you looking for a way to maximize productivity by improving the equipment used on your job sites? By developing…
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OSHA Inspection Series: The Principles of Fall Protection Safety
Would it surprise you to know that working at height is one of OSHA’s top cited incidents year over year?…
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What Are ASME Inspection Standards for Close Proximity Magnet Lifters?
What are the inspection requirements for close proximity magnet lifting below-the-hook devices? The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) sets…
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ASME B30.16-2022: Updates & Revisions to the ASME B30.16 Standard
ASME B30.16 Overhead Underhung and Stationary Hoists helps set the standards for the lifting and rigging industry. It outlines maintenance,…
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What Are ASME’s Inspection Standards for Vacuum Lifting Devices?
What are the inspection requirements for vacuum lifting below-the-hook devices? The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) sets the standard…
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Does ASME Require Eyebolts to Have a Stamped Working Load Limit?
Is an eyebolt required to have a working load limit stamped on it, per ASME standards? According to the standard,…
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ASME B30.20-2021: Updates & Revisions to the Below-The-Hook Standard
ASME B30.20 Below-The-Hook sets the standards for lifting. It outlines maintenance, training, safe use, and inspection criteria for all lifting…
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Why Are Engineered Below-the-Hook Devices Better than Homemade Devices?
You may have dependable engineers on staff who are capable of making an in-house below-the-hook lifting device. However, doing so…
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