The Problem with Using Rigging Inspection Tags
At Mazzella Companies, we can and do tag and mark rigging equipment based on the needs of our customers and…
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Who Are the Best Overhead Crane Manufacturers?
When we quote custom crane systems for potential customers, they often ask us: “If we don’t go with you, who…
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Overhead Bridge Cranes: Single Girder vs. Double Girder Design
A single girder or double girder design will be one of the largest contributors to the complexity and overall cost of a…
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The Basics of Personal Fall Protection
In this episode, Devon McCarty sits down with Jon Schryver, a Safety Consultant with Ultra-Safe, Inc. and Terry Pipik, Director…
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Mazzella’s Justin Yoke Featured on “Blue Collar Voices” Podcast
Justin Yoke, Lifting Specialist with Mazzella, was a featured guest on the "Blue Collar Voices" podcast. Justin sits down with…
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What is a Good Wire Rope to Shackle Ratio to Prevent Damage?
What is a good wire rope to shackle ratio to prevent damage? This video focuses on the proper D/d ratio…
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What is a Gantry Crane?
The term “gantry crane” tends to get thrown around a lot in the material handling industry. We often find that…
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What Types of Rigging Require a Documented Periodic Inspection?
Do you know what types of rigging require a documented inspection? In this video, we look at the pieces of…
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What is Personal Fall Protection and Do I Need it?
Personal fall protection equipment is an investment in the safety of the workers that drive your business every single day.…
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Common Problems Found During a Rigging Inspection
Do you dread a rigging inspection because you're sure they're going to find something you can't? Did you know that…
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Forklifts vs. Overhead Cranes: Which is the Best for Your Business?
In this video, we compare forklifts against overhead cranes to help you determine which lifting solution is the right fit…
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Is Dried Concrete on a Synthetic Web Sling Cause for Removal Criteria?
If you find dried concrete on one of your synthetic web slings, is that enough to remove it from service?
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Can Sling Identification Tags be Replaced Before They Are Illegible?
Can you replace the identification tags on your lifting slings before they're completely illegible?
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What Type of Chain is Required to be Used on a Chain Hoist?
Do you know what type of chain is required on a chain hoist? In this video, we discuss the difference…
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How to Inspect a Metal Mesh Sling to OSHA and ASME Standards
Learn how to inspect a metal mesh sling—also commonly referred to as wire mesh—to OSHA and ASME standards in the…
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Electro Galvanized vs. Hot Dip Galvanized Wire Rope & Steel Cable
Some cable distributors don’t specify whether their product is electro galvanized or hot dip galvanized. This can lead to confusion…
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Mazzella Companies Acquires Denver Wire Rope & Supply
Mazzella Lifting Technologies, a Mazzella Company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Denver Wire Rope & Supply. This acquisition…
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Mazzella Companies Consolidates to One Combined Crane Service Brand
Mazzella Companies has consolidated their three overhead crane service companies into one combined team and brand. The overhead crane service…
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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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Upgrading Your Overhead Crane’s Capacity: What You Need to Know
One of the biggest benefits of an overhead crane system is the ability to modernize or upgrade the individual components of…
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What is Arch Beam and Why is it So Dangerous on an Overhead Crane?
During the 1960’s, crane beam manufacturers ceased production of arch beam/window track for their runway and bridge beams. Unfortunately, these…
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Energy Chain: Overhead Crane Electrification for Harsh Environments
If you’re battling frequent inspections, adjustments, and repairs to your crane’s festoon electrification system, then we’d like to introduce you…
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Mazzella Sponsors Buckner’s Lift & Move USA in Graham, North Carolina
Mazzella Companies was a proud sponsor of Buckner' Lift & Move USA event in Graham, NC. Lift & Move USA…
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Mazzella Lifting Technologies Opens Branch in Oklahoma City
Mazzella Lifting Technologies (a member of Mazzella Companies), a manufacturer and distributor of lifting and rigging gear, opens a new…
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