What Are a Tower Crane Operator’s Responsibilities?
What are the responsibilities of a tower crane operator during an overhead lift? This section of the ASME B30.3 Tower…
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What Are the Seven Primary Characteristics of Wire Rope?
Each rope construction has been established to produce a desired combination of operating characteristics which will best meet the performance…
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Wire Rope Problems and Troubleshooting Guide
Learn more about common wire rope problems and what might be the root cause, as well as, what you can…
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Instructions and Warnings on the Use Of Steel Wire Rope
The following instructions and warnings combine to provide guidance on product safety and are intended for use by those already…
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Wire Rope Technical Information
In this article, we outline important technical topics related to wire rope. This information has been sourced from and approved…
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Why Is Mazzella’s Process for Ordering Crane Ropes so Comprehensive?
Why is the process of ordering crane ropes from Mazzella so comprehensive? Simply put, Mazzella crane ropes specialists want to…
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What is the Cost of a Third-Party Crane Rope Inspection [2022]?
What is the price of a third-party crane rope inspection? The cost of a third-party crane rope inspection can vary…
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The Importance of Engineered Fall Protection Systems for the Railroad Industry
Find out which engineered fall protection system is best for maintenance workers in the railroad industry.
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Mobile Fall Protection: Systems, Components, Best Fit Applications
How can I protect my workers at height without installing permanent systems? Mobile fall protection systems are becoming increasingly popular…
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Elebia evo Automatic Crane Hook: Design, Benefits, & Best Uses
Are you looking for a safer way to rig loads to the crane hook for lifting? The Elebia evo Automatic…
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Welded Chain Slings vs. Mechanical Chain Slings…What’s Best for Me?
Welded chain slings and mechanical chain slings are used for the same lifting applications, but there are several differences, including…
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How Do Crosby | Straightpoint Load Cells Make Your Overhead Lifts Safer?
Do you know the weight of the load you’re about to lift? Crosby|Straightpoint has a way for you to take…
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Harrington EQ/SEQ Electric Chain Hoists: Design, Features, and Benefits
Is your current electric chain hoist reaching the end of its lifecycle or in need of so many repairs that…
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How to Use No Touch Hand Tools to Reduce Injuries on Your Job Site
No touch hand tools are used to handle and manipulate a suspended load without physically touching it. If hand and…
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Sling Protection: What It Is, Different Types, and When to Use It
Sling protection products protect the sling from getting cut or abraded during the lift and, in many cases, protect the…
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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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A Brief Rigging Glossary: Basic Industry Terms You Should Know
Understanding common lifting and rigging terms can be critical to the success of planning and executing an overhead lift. Use…
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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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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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Announcing The Lifting & Rigging Channel for Material Handling
We're excited to announce The Lifting & Rigging Channel, which will serve as the new home base for all of…
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Mazzella Companies Launches Online Sling Inspection Course
Do you know how to inspect the lifting slings used on your job site? Enroll in this free course and…
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ASME B30.26 Shackle Inspection Requirements & Best Practices for Use
Are you looking for OSHA and ASME requirements for shackle inspection? Do you need to know how often and what…
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What Is the ASME B30 Safety Standard for Cranes, Hoists, and Rigging?
If you work in a job that utilizes a crane, hoist, derrick, or cableway to lift and move material, you’re…
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Sling Protection Basics: How to Properly Maintain & Store Lifting Slings
Understanding how to properly care for your slings will help to extend the service life of the product, provide a…
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