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WireCo unveils new Lazerlift hoist rope
The rope is designed for use with large telescopic cranes, crawler cranes and high-capacity tower cranes
Rigging prowess: product roundup
ACT’s annual roundup of new and innovative rigging gear devices and equipment.
Wire rope vs. synthetic fibre: crane lifting solutions
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Wire or synthetic ropes? The debate continues as new customer demands affect winch and rope development
The key to safe sling selection
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Timothy Klein discusses choosing the correct sling for your lift.
Wire or synthetic? How to choose the right rope for the job
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New rope technology gives operators options for lifting work
Mazzella acquires Midco Companies
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This acquisition further strengthens Mazzella’s footprint in Texas and the Gulf Coast region.
Braden unveils new synthetic rope
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The TRS synthetic rope is engineered and tested to complement TR series planetary recovery winches
How are wire rope manufacturers preparing for an infrastructure boom?
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For manufacturers, users, operators and other key stakeholders, this means preparing for the demands of continuous operation and strains on critical equipment
Bishop Lifting acquires safety equipment supplier
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The purchase marks Bishop’s twelfth acquisition since 2012 and is the fifth add-on acquisition since Altamont acquired the platform in February 2022. 
River Associates acquires I&I Sling and Slingmax
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Each company will continue to operate autonomously across all 50 states, Canada and other countries.
WireCo launches U.S.-made crane rope production
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Casar and Oliveira products will now be made in Missouri as part of $30 million investment. 
How to make the right rope choice
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Choosing the right ropes and winches will improve a crane’s performance
What are the latest developments in wire rope research?
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Wire and fiber rope research is intense. D.Ann Shiffler reports.
Synthetic fibre rope for Wolff tower cranes
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Hoist rope new from Wolffkran and Trowis as a direct replacement for steel wire rope on tower cranes
Bauma: What’s in store for cranes and specialized transport?
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Crane and specialized transport manufacturers are revealing their latest launches to feature at Bauma 2022
Recycled material in Lankhorst heavy lift slings for Heerema
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LankoForce HL slings will be used on a 4-point lifting frame for an offshore lifting project
RSS wins 5-year rail contract
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Rope & Sling Specialists has won a five-year contract at Scotland Railway
Which material is safest for crane rope?
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Wire or fibre, ropes are key for a crane’s performance. Niamh Marriott reports
A guide to wire rope replacement
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Replacing wire rope on a crane is a comprehensive process that involves many factors.
LES appoints Botswana distribution partner
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The partnership will help sell the Lifting Equipment Store (LES) product range to large companies, including Botswana mines
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