
Ergonomic Benefits Encourage Safe Handling
When working in the field, it is common for crews to navigate uneven terrain like rocks and tree roots. Pair that with the laundry list of tasks that need to be completed in a work day can make employees vulnerable to falls, slips, and trips.
An article from Utility Products, references a study conducted…

Prillamin Crane and Rigging Feature Article
Prillaman’s Crane and Rigging was recently featured on the cover of the March issue of Crane Hot Line . Prillaman’s first of it’s kind Link-Belt 120 HT truck crane was set up on DICA FiberMax and SafetyTech Crane Pads. Congratulations to Prillamin on their feature story and adding the all-new…

DICA’s Kerry Koberg Named Chairman of SC&RA’s Allied Industries Group Governing Committee
May 3, 2022 (Urbandale, Iowa) Kerry Koberg, Strategic Accounts Manager for DICA, was just named Chairman of the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association’s (SC&RA) Allied Industries Governing Committee. Koberg’s nomination was approved on April 25 during the association’s Annual Conference…

DICA’s Sliding Shoe Outrigger Pads Designed for Portable Track Lifts & Mini Cranes
SafetyTech Sliding Shoe Outrigger Pads from DICA are specifically designed for equipment with multi-position and self-leveling outriggers, like mini cranes and portable track lifts. Sliding Shoe Outrigger Pads help to solve the unique challenges operators face when setting up this type of equipment.
Many…

DICA Expands Ground Protection Mats to Include Access Mats
April 20, 2022 (Urbandale, Iowa) Just in time for the busy spring season when contractors are working in challenging weather conditions and on soft ground, DICA announces the expansion of its ground protection products, and the addition of new access mats. Light-duty LibertyMats join the ground protection…

All Slings Need Protection
March 16, 2022 (Urbandale, Iowa) “All slings, especially synthetic slings can be damaged during lifting if they are not properly protected. Likewise, loads being lifted are susceptible to damage from chain and wire rope slings,” said Kris Koberg, CEO of DICA.
DICA’s patented and easy to…

Two Important Reminders About Using Web Slings
A recent video post from Mazzella Companies, Nate Fisher examines different web sling configurations and some of the common nomenclatures used to describe the different slings. Nate reminds users of two essential items.
No tag. No use.” According to ASME B30.9, all slings must have tags identifying…

DICA to Exhibit at the Electric Utility Fleet Manager’s Conference
DICA, manufacturer of engineered high-performance outrigger pads, crane pads, cribbing blocks, and more, will showcase products for utility contractors during The Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC), June 5-8, 2022 in Williamsburg, Va.
DICA’s SafetyTech and FiberTech Outrigger Pads…

FiberTech Outrigger Pads Provide Strong, Rigid Setup in Lighter Weight Package
February 28, 2022 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) FiberTech® composite outrigger pads are designed to withstand and spread extremely high pressures from construction equipment like concrete pump trucks. They effectively spread outrigger loads and create stability when extra rigidity is needed, and weight is…