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bundles of nylon lifting slings stacked on top of each other

5 Types of Synthetic Slings

Synthetic slings, also known as web slings, are some of the most popular types of liftings slings out there. Made from materials such as nylon, polyester, and more, these devices...

5 Types of Synthetic Slings

01.30.24 • 7 Minute Read

Synthetic slings, also known as web slings, are some of the most popular types of liftings slings out there. Made from materials such as nylon, polyester, and more, these devices...

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Which Safety Harness is Right for Me?

Learn more about safety harnesses for fall protection, and find the right size and fit for your applications.

Which Safety Harness is Right for Me?

01.18.24 • 6 Minute Read

Learn more about safety harnesses for fall protection, and find the right size and fit for your applications.

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2024 Outlook on the Trucking Industry

2024 Outlook on the Trucking Industry

Read our latest blog post that looks back on the trucking industry in 2023, as well as the most talked-about trends heading into 2024.

2024 Outlook on the Trucking Industry

01.04.24 • 6 Minute Read

Read our latest blog post that looks back on the trucking industry in 2023, as well as the most talked-about trends heading into 2024.

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roundsling attached to anchor shackle with bearing stress on shackle

Calculating Bearing Stress for Anchor Shackles ...

Bearing stress plays a crucial role in choosing the right connection hardware for your roundslings. Read more on how to calculate this value!

Calculating Bearing Stress for Anchor Shackles & Roundslings

12.19.23 • 8 Minute Read

Bearing stress plays a crucial role in choosing the right connection hardware for your roundslings. Read more on how to calculate this value!

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shoulder eye bolt on top of motor for rigging application

Eye Bolts vs. Hoist Rings: What's the Difference?

Learn more about the differences between eye bolts and hoist rings, and decide which piece of rigging hardware is right for your applications.

Eye Bolts vs. Hoist Rings: What's the Difference?

12.12.23 • 7 Minute Read

Learn more about the differences between eye bolts and hoist rings, and decide which piece of rigging hardware is right for your applications.

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gear driving reverse action ratchet straps 2 x 30

Gear-Driving Reverse-Action Ratchet Straps

Learn more about reverse-action ratchet straps, the latest addition to the line of high-quality ratchet straps from US Cargo Control.

Gear-Driving Reverse-Action Ratchet Straps

12.07.23 • 4 Minute Read

Learn more about reverse-action ratchet straps, the latest addition to the line of high-quality ratchet straps from US Cargo Control.

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