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2021 Utility Expo Proves to be the Biggest in the Demo Show’s History

October 20, 2021

More than 16,500 attendees made the rounds at the Utility Expo in September in Louisville, Ky. “Given that this was one of the first in-person shows in nearly two years, we were pleased with the turn out,” said Kerry Koberg, Strategic Accounts Director of DICA. “It was great to be back face-to-face…

Careful Rigging in Cold Weather

October 16, 2021

Selecting appropriate rigging hardware and inspecting it before use are two critical steps every time a load is lifted. As severe winter weather ripped through much of the country in mid-February 2021, this article from The Crosby Group serves as a great reminder for using rigging hardware in cold temperatures.…

DICA to feature products for Utility Contractors at 2021 Utility Expo

September 21, 2021

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…

The Role of a Lift Director

September 20, 2021

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…

All Slings Need Protection from Damage

September 19, 2021

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…

Rigging Expert Mike Parnell Receives Dedicated Service Award from ASME

August 20, 2021

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…

DICA Outrigger and Crane Pads Now Used Worldwide

August 16, 2021

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…

DICA Announces Fall Trade Show Schedule

June 8, 2021

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 &…

What Should a Crane Operator Watch Out for at a Jobsite?

June 7, 2021

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…

5 Rules for Safe Rigging

June 3, 2021

When performing rigging tasks, there are five guidelines every rigger should know before any lifting procedure is done. First and foremost, riggers should be qualified. Certification is not required, but OSHA explains the criteria for qualified riggers in this Fact Sheet. A post by Certified Slings…