Kris Koberg, CEO of DICA, was one of three outrigger pad industry experts recently asked about the current state of the industry in an article published by Crane Hot Line. Koberg believes that confusion about ground conditions and proper equipment setup is common in the industry. This led…
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DICA will highlight products for utility contractors from its Outrigger and Crane Pad, Ground Protection, Cribbing and Blocking, and Rigging product lines during The Utility Expo. The show will be held September 28-30, 2021 in Louisville, Ky. Visit DICA at booth N1331.
These and other DICA products…
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NCCCO recently published a series of articles about the various team members of a crane and rigging crew. The articles outline and define the responsibilities and training requirements for each of these roles. Responsibilities of a Lift Director are discussed in the third article in the series.
The…
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Whether riggers are using synthetic, wire rope, or chain slings, it’s important to protect the sling itself from damage by using the correct equipment and safe rigging practices. An article from the July issue of Crane Hot Line, “Knowledge and Vigilance Required,” provides real world examples of…
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DICA would like to congratulate Mike Parnell, co-founder of Industrial Training International (ITI), on receiving the 2021 Dedicated Service Award from the American Society for Mechanical Engineering (ASME). The award is reserved for individuals who have served the Society for at least ten years.
“Mike…
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August 16, 2021 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) DICA recently closed a historic sale in Antarctica to the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). With this purchase, DICA’s Outrigger Pads and Crane Pads are now in use on all seven continents and in more than 50 countries around the world.
USAP—which supports…
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August 4, 2021 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) DICA will showcase products for utility contractors from its Outrigger and Crane Pad, Ground Protection, Cribbing and Blocking, and Rigging product lines during The Utility Expo. The show will be held September 28-30, 2021 in Louisville, Ky.
“DICA products…
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June 24, 2021 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) DICA announces customers can now purchase many of its products through an online eCommerce portal. “As our product lines have expanded to include a wide variety of engineered equipment setup aids, our new eCommerce site improves convenience for customers,” said…
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DICA will exhibit at several IRL (in real life) trade shows later this Fall. “We are excited to be back at in-person events later this year. We have missed seeing our customers and networking with industry experts, ” said Kris Koberg, CEO of DICA.
DICA will exhibiting at the SC&RA Crane &…
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Crane operators have more responsibility on a jobsite than just operating the crane. An article from Equipment Today, What Should a Crane Operator Watch Out for at a Jobsite? outlines seven critical areas. One of these relates to ground conditions and crane setup.
While the controlling entity is ultimately…
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Tools for Learning Best Practices for Proper Outrigger Support
DICA to feature products for Utility Contractors at 2021 Utility Expo
The Role of a Lift Director
All Slings Need Protection from Damage
Rigging Expert Mike Parnell Receives Dedicated Service Award from ASME
DICA Outrigger and Crane Pads Now Used Worldwide
DICA Will Showcase Top Performing Products at The Utility Expo
DICA Launches eCommerce Site for Convenient Purchase of Standard Products
DICA Announces Fall Trade Show Schedule
What Should a Crane Operator Watch Out for at a Jobsite?