Mazzella Contributes to SEAA Article on Fall Protection for Ironworkers
In the article, a panel of industry experts discuss some common misconceptions regarding fall protection in the construction and steel…
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How to Calculate the Weight of a Load Before an Overhead Lift
Planning an overhead lift all starts with understanding the weight of the load you plan on lifting and moving. Everything…
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What Affects the Cost of Rigging Equipment?
There are several things that affect the cost of rigging equipment. In this video, we'll take a look at how…
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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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How to Choose a Rigging Inspection Company That Is OSHA Compliant
How do you choose a rigging inspection company that is actually OSHA compliant and not just a safety person?
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Single-Part vs. 7-Part™ Wire Rope Slings: Which Is Best?
There are plenty of options when it comes to buying wire rope and wire rope slings. In this article, we…
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How to Inspect Synthetic Web Slings to ASME B30.9 Standards
In this article, our goal is to help you understand what is required for your web slings to meet ASME…
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How to Select, Inspect, and Properly Fit a Fall Protection Body Harness
Your fall protection harness can do wonders to help you stay safe while working at height. In this video, we'll…
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13 Rigging Best Practices for Your Next Overhead Lift [Infographic]
Don't take risks...be a rigger with a plan. Good crane operation and good rigging practices require having a plan and…
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Why Pay for Lifting and Rigging Training When You Can Get it for Free?
The key to a safe working environment has always been training, inspection, and knowledgeable employees. More frequently, we’re seeing customers…
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What Are the Hierarchy of Controls for Personal Fall Protection?
There are several steps to take before finding the right personal fall protection solution for your workers. In this video,…
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The 6 Most Common Problems Found During a Rigging Gear Inspection
It’s not a stretch to say that some companies are more proactive in training their employees and inspecting their rigging…
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How to Make Sure Your Lifting and Rigging Program is OSHA Compliant
How compliant is your lifting and rigging program? Would you even know where to start that process? In this episode…
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On-Site Replacement Sand Line for Drilling and Workover Rigs
When your rig goes down and you need to swap out and replace a drill line, tubing line, or a…
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How to Inspect a Wire Rope Lifting Sling to OSHA and ASME Standards
Proper inspection of your wire rope slings for damage or irregularities, prior to each use, is the best way to…
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How OSHA’s Ruling on Fixed Ladders Impacts You And Your Employees
OSHA's new rule on fixed ladders above 24 feet will impact employees working in every type of industry. So, what…
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6 Signs it’s Time to Upgrade and Modernize Your Overhead Crane
Overhead crane modernization can be as simple as replacing one component or replacing multiple component systems. A lot of business…
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How to Calculate and Determine the Weight of a Load for Overhead Lifts
Knowing the weight of the load you're lifting is a crucial step when developing a lift plan. In this video,…
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Plasma Synthetic Rope: Versatility for Lifting, Winching, and Mooring
Plasma® rope can be used similar to wire rope as the primary medium used for overhead lifts, towing, mooring, and…
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Al Abel of Mazzella Companies wins 2018 Corporate Top Trainer Award
The Top Trainer program presents an annual award to trainers in the lifting and rigging industry who excel at using…
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Lifting and Rigging Solutions for Die Handling and Automotive Stamping
There are a number of different lifting and rigging challenges when performing die handling and stamping procedures. This article will…
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What is a Below-the-Hook Lifting Device?
In this video, we break down some definitions, components, and OSHA/ASME standards that apply to all types of below-the-hook lifters.
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Sheffield Metals International Opening New Facility in Southern California
Sheffield Metals International (SMI), a member of Mazzella Companies and a leading distributor of coated and bare metal coil and…
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7 Reasons Why Inspection Tags Aren’t Making Your Lifting Program Safer
In theory, this process seems like a highly-organized and bullet-proof way to make sure your lifting and rigging gear is…
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