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stainless steel fixed snap shackle

Snap Shackles: What Can I Use a Quick Release S...

Read on to learn more about the different features of our snap shackle options and how these products work for your different needs.

Snap Shackles: What Can I Use a Quick Release Shackle for?

08.12.19 • 4 Minute Read

Read on to learn more about the different features of our snap shackle options and how these products work for your different needs.

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rigging principles attendees at US Cargo Control headquarters

Inside NATE's Advanced Rigging Principles Train...

In all, about 55 industry professionals attended the day-long event.

Inside NATE's Advanced Rigging Principles Training Hosted at USCC

05.20.19 • 3 Minute Read

In all, about 55 industry professionals attended the day-long event.

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Why use a wire rope thimble?

Why Use a Wire Rope Thimble?

When a wire rope is bent, there is a risk that the eye could be crushed. A wire rope thimble guides it into a curve and adds protection.

Why Use a Wire Rope Thimble?

08.14.14 • 2 Minute Read

When a wire rope is bent, there is a risk that the eye could be crushed. A wire rope thimble guides it into a curve and adds protection.

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Forged or Cast? What’s the Difference in Riggin...

With metal components in our rigging supplies category, you’ll often see the word “forged” or “cast,” but do you know the differences between these two methods of metal working? Cast...

Forged or Cast? What’s the Difference in Rigging Supplies?

07.13.14 • 2 Minute Read

With metal components in our rigging supplies category, you’ll often see the word “forged” or “cast,” but do you know the differences between these two methods of metal working? Cast...

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US Cargo Control Employee Bio: David

US Cargo Control Employee Bio: David

Read how teammate David brings value to his role at US Cargo Control.

US Cargo Control Employee Bio: David

05.15.14 • 1 Minute Read

Read how teammate David brings value to his role at US Cargo Control.

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US Cargo Control Sales Team Profile: David

US Cargo Control Sales Team Profile: David

Our USCC sales team can help with questions about rigging supplies, E-track, motorcycle tie downs, ratchet straps, lifting slings, and more.

US Cargo Control Sales Team Profile: David

06.29.12 • 2 Minute Read

Our USCC sales team can help with questions about rigging supplies, E-track, motorcycle tie downs, ratchet straps, lifting slings, and more.

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