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A spreader bar is a device that assists with lifting heavy objects or loads. It is used adjacent to lifting machines such as cranes, and their role is to spread out the weight better to ensure a safe and effective carry. The spreader bar for cranes works by redistributing the forces that influence the lifts, […]
To the untrained eye, the difference between a lifting beam vs spreader bar is subtle, but which one you choose can make a world of difference for your task. They are both below-the-hook lifting devices, usually working as part of a crane. They are both used for better distribution of weight when lifting heavy objects […]
A spreader bar is a device that assists with lifting heavy objects or loads. It is used adjacent to lifting machines such as cranes, and their role is to spread out the weight better to ensure a safe and effective carry. The spreader bar for cranes works by redistributing the forces that influence the lifts, […]
The movement of heavy objects requires machinery that is specialized in performing such actions. The lifting industry is crucial for sectors like construction, mining, transport, oil and gas, entertainment, etc. Lifting equipment is designed to effectively move objects or loads while minimizing the risk of damage to the goods and injury to workers. Common types […]
A spreader bar is a priceless component for your project regarding heavy-duty lifting procedures and workplace safety. But what is a spreader bar used for? Read on as we explain its use and how it differs from a lifting beam, as well as provide you with some safety tips and practices to implement when operating […]
Reasons Your Rigging System May Fail and Why Inspection Matters Rigging is something that you shouldn’t have to notice. The audience shouldn’t know that it is there, outside of the elements that it’s working with. Think about this for a moment. The rigging that you have up for lighting, video, speaker elements, and much more […]
Wire Rope Construction : The Production Process Explained Wires The majority of steel wires used for making wire ropes are usually manufactured from non-alloy carbon steel having a carbon content of between 0.4 and 0.95%. Since rope wires have a very high strength, they are able to offer support to large tensile forces. They can […]
What is a wire rope? – The History of Wire Ropes Explained Wire rope features lots of metal wire strands twisted into the shape of a helix. In certain cases, the term “cable” can be used in place of “wire rope”. However, there are cases whereby “wire rope” is used to qualifiers wires of diameter […]
Indianapolis Liederkranz Bell Choir preforms a special arrangement of Carol of the Bells by Loesje Chandler, with some VERY unique instruments done in Tway Lifting Products style. www.twaylifting.com www.indyliederkranz.org
In this video we show you how we used Crosby WireLock and Crosby Spelter Sockets on 1 1/8″ Galvanized Cable to help create the Shade Sail Structure for the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art The project was designed by architect Jonathan Hess of Browning Day Mullins Dierdorf, who also designed the main […]
