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What Is A Headache Ball?
A headache ball is a crane safety device designed to reduce load swing and improve lifting control. Learn how it works, when to use it, and why it matters on site.
LIFTING & RIGGING EQUIPMENT SAFETY CHECK
We highly recommend that you keep your lifting and rigging equipment safe by having a qualified person regularly check your gear. The most important reason to keep your gear checked is to ensure the safety of you and your workers....
The Most Commonly Used Shackles
Explore the most commonly used shackles in lifting and rigging, from bow and D-shackles to screw-pin and bolt-type options, with guidance on their applications and selecting the right style for secure connections.
Heavy Lift Fibre Rope Slings
Discover the benefits, uses and key safety checks for heavy lift fibre rope slings, lightweight, flexible lifting solutions ideal for construction, marine and offshore applications with guidance on selection and inspection.
USAGE AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFTING BEAMS AND SPREADER BARS
Lifting Beams and spreader bars are fabricated devices for specific applications; therefore, you should never use them for a purpose that they are not designed for, unless you have an approval from the fabricator or supplier. You will be able...
WHAT IS A PICKLING CHAIN?
Pickling chains are chains used in galvanizing plants. The chain slings are designed to hold steel items that need to be galvanised so they can be dipped into a bath of acid, often at high temperatures that can reach between...
10 THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR LIFTING SLINGS!
HOW IS A CHAIN SLING MADE?