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Category: Rigging Tips and Techniques

Wire rope slings and sheave blocks lifting a circular dome tank.

What is the D/d Ratio?

What You Should Know about the D/d Ratio You’ve likely come across the term “D/d ratio” in previous research and...

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A hydraulic ram cylinder from LGH supporting a bridge

What is Point Loading? Definition, Examples, and How to Prevent Failure

When talking about rigging, finding the distribution of a load is critical in knowing whether it is safe to proceed...

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Minifor Hoist Misuses: 5 Mistakes to Avoid

Minifor Hoist Misuses: 5 Mistakes to Avoid A Minifor hoist is a portable electric cable hoist used for lightweight lifting...

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Gantry Crane Safety Tips: 5 Mistakes to Avoid

Gantry Crane Safety Tips: 5 Mistakes to Avoid Gantry cranes are portable lifting solutions used across construction, maintenance, industrial, HVAC,...

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Wire Rope Clips: What Does “Never Saddle a Dead Horse” Mean?

“Never Saddle a Dead Horse”: Explained It’s a familiar-sounding phrase, but what does “never saddle a dead horse” mean? The...

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A visual demonstration of the pythagoras theorem, also known as the pythagorean theorem

What is Pythagoras’ Theorem?

What is Pythagoras’ Theorem? We’re glad you asked! Pythagoras’ Theorem, also called the Pythagorean Theorem, is a geometry formula discovered...

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Effect of Angles on Sling Capacities

The Effect of Angles on Sling Capacities The effect of sling angles on sling capacity refers to how tension increases...

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Top 5 Misuses of Hand Chain Hoists

5 Hand Chain Hoist Misuses You Need to Avoid One of the most commonly used pieces of lifting equipment is...

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graphic for do'sand dont's of shackles

Do’s & Dont’s With Lifting Shackles

How to Properly Use Lifting Shackles Shackles come in many types and may be used in various rigging and load...

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Riggers rigging up a load on a jobsite in safety gear.

4 Common Rigging Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

This post will walk you through four of the most common mistakes seen during rigging operations and guide you on...

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