A Visual Demonstration of How Sling Angles Impact Tension

Instructors at ITI (Industrial Training International) are known for their hands-on teaching style. Why Sling Angle Matters provides a visual reference for how tension increases as the sling angle decreases. Not only does tension increase on the sling legs, it also increases on the rigging gear the…

Ray Linton and the Development of Magnetic Sling Protectors

Like many inventions, LiftGuard, a high-performance cast nylon sling edge protector, was born out of need. In the 1990s, Ray Linton was working as a crane and rigging supervisor in a shipyard. He was responsible for critical lift planning and training. Concerned with safety, Linton understood…

Q&A with BOSS Crane’s David Cowley

David Cowley is President of BOSS Crane & Rigging (Bennett On-Site Services, LLC). In 2013, he left Turner Brothers Crane & Rigging after nearly 18 years, where he worked his way up to Executive Vice President. Throughout his career he has served on many committees and the board of directors…

DICA Accepted to the Associated Wire Rope Fabricators Association

February 25, 2021 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) DICA is pleased to become a member of the Associated Wire Rope Fabricators (AWRF). AWRF is a leading organization for sling fabricators and special rigging components manufacturers. The association works to promote safety standards for manufacturing, fabrication,…

Plan Ahead to Protect Slings from Damage

While synthetic slings have many benefits, including high strength to low weight ratios, by their nature, both web slings and round slings need more frequent inspection and planning considerations. Columbus McKinnon, a global manufacturer of hoisting and lifting equipment has produced a Guide to Rigging…

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