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Lifting and Sling Hook Selection [Guide]
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Hook Latch Replacement Cross-Reference [Guide]
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Some products just can't be bought off the shelf or purchased out of a catalog... When you buy a below-the-hook…
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Structural vs. Roll Formed Pallet Racking: Advantages and Disadvantages
When designing a pallet-racking system, a major consideration is whether to go with a structural or roll formed beam and…
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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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What is a Turnbuckle? A Look at the Types, Parts, Installation, and Uses
A turnbuckle is a basic piece of rigging equipment that can be used in a diverse set of tension-related applications.
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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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Alloy Chain Sling Assemblies: Parts, Configuration, and Terminology
We often find there is confusion around the different terminology used to describe alloy chain slings. In this article, we'll…
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Ball Bearing and Positioning Swivels: What They Are and How They’re Used
A swivel is a piece of hardware used to accommodate load movement and twisting and is particularly useful in situations…
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Mazzella Offering 30-Minute Live Rigging Tool Box Talk on YouTube Live
On Tuesday, April 28th and Friday, May 1st, Mazzella will offer a 30-minute live rigging tool box talk for anyone…
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Considerations for Maintaining Load Control When You Rig Your Next Lift
Even if a load is perfectly rigged according to its weight, without proper load control, the lift could fail and…
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How Do Twin-Path® Slings Compare to Wire Rope and Alloy Chain Slings?
With standard capacities up to 400 tons, Twin-Path® high-performance roundslings are as strong as steel, but are only about 10%…
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Why Aren’t Your Sling Inspectors Also Trainers and Salespeople?
When it comes to rigging inspections, one of the most common questions we receive is "Why aren't your sling inspectors…
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Duty Cycle / CMAA Service Classification of an Overhead Crane
What's the difference between the duty cycle and CMAA service class? In this video, we're covering the duty cycle /…
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Why Some Alloy Chain Master Links Don’t Have Load Information on Them
In this video, we answer questions you have about hardware used in alloy chain sling assemblies and what markings are…
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Single Girder vs. Double Girder Overhead Bridge Crane Design
When specifying your overhead crane system, will a single girder or a double girder bridge design work best for your…
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What Is the Process for Developing a Custom Sling Inspection Program?
Learn more about building a sling inspection program that's tailored to your company's needs and the rigging products you use.
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What’s the Purpose of an Approval Drawing for Below-the-Hook Lifters?
Learn more about why approval drawings are so important when having a custom lifting device professionally fabricated.
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Choosing the Best Lifting Sling: Wire Rope vs. Chain vs. Synthetics – Video
A key part of a lift plan is choosing the best lifting sling. Learn more about wire rope, chain, and…
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Alloy Chain Slings: Basic Acronyms, Components, and Configurations
If you receive a quote or inspection report for chain slings, you may be confused about the configurations and terminology…
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Synthetic Web Slings: Basic Acronyms, Components, and Configurations
Do you understand the terms used to classify web sling configurations? There are a number of different styles of synthetic…
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Meet Our Hoist Repair Team Servicing Manual, Electric, and Air Hoists
Meet our hoist repair team offering hoist repair, inspection, and replacement parts for manual, electric, and air (pneumatic) hoists.
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Our Certified Rigging Inspectors Can Help Keep You OSHA/ASME Compliant
Mazzella's certified rigging inspectors can assist you with records retention, understanding laws & standards, and scheduling your OSHA compliant periodic…
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Field vs. In-House Rigging Inspections: What’s the Difference?
Field inspections vs. in-house rigging inspections: what's the difference? In this video, we're doing a deep dive into the two…
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