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Insights, Tips, and News on Rigging, Lifting, and Workplace Safety from Our Experts.

Hercules’ Hall of Fame: The Most Impressive Lifts in Modern History

Hercules’ Hall of Fame: The Most Impressive Lif...

Explore Hercules’ Hall of Fame — the most impressive heavy lifts in history. From bridges to ships and skyscrapers, discover the rigging and lifting feats that pushed engineering to its...

Hercules’ Hall of Fame: The Most Impressive Lif...

Explore Hercules’ Hall of Fame — the most impressive heavy lifts in history. From bridges to ships and skyscrapers, discover the rigging and lifting feats that pushed engineering to its...

10 Signs You’re a True Rigger at Heart (and Proud of It!)

10 Signs You’re a True Rigger at Heart (and Pro...

Celebrate the rigging profession with humor and pride! Discover 10 signs you’re a true rigger at heart — from perfect load angles to mastering the art of balance — in...

10 Signs You’re a True Rigger at Heart (and Pro...

Celebrate the rigging profession with humor and pride! Discover 10 signs you’re a true rigger at heart — from perfect load angles to mastering the art of balance — in...

Lifting with Confidence: Why Regular Load Testing Is Essential

Lifting with Confidence: Why Regular Load Testi...

Learn why regular load testing is essential for safe, reliable lifting operations in industrial settings. Explore standards, best practices and how Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies supports your inspection &...

Lifting with Confidence: Why Regular Load Testi...

Learn why regular load testing is essential for safe, reliable lifting operations in industrial settings. Explore standards, best practices and how Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies supports your inspection &...

Behind the Scenes: How Rigging Keeps Shipyards and Ports Moving

Behind the Scenes: How Rigging Keeps Shipyards ...

Explore how rigging keeps Canada’s shipyards and ports moving. Learn how Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies supports the Halifax Shipyard and other marine operations across Canada with safe, efficient rigging...

Behind the Scenes: How Rigging Keeps Shipyards ...

Explore how rigging keeps Canada’s shipyards and ports moving. Learn how Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies supports the Halifax Shipyard and other marine operations across Canada with safe, efficient rigging...

Understanding the Difference Between Rated Capacity & Design Factor in Rigging Gear

Understanding the Difference Between Rated Capa...

Learn the key differences between Rated Capacity and Design Factor in rigging gear. Understand how CSA and OHS standards define safe lifting limits and how Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies...

Understanding the Difference Between Rated Capa...

Learn the key differences between Rated Capacity and Design Factor in rigging gear. Understand how CSA and OHS standards define safe lifting limits and how Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies...

Six Safety Best Practices for Parking a Load

Six Safety Best Practices for Parking a Load

Learn six key safety best practices for parking a load in crane operations. Ensure clarity, obstacle control, secured rigging and hook positioning with expert guidance from Hercules Crane & Lifting...

Six Safety Best Practices for Parking a Load

Learn six key safety best practices for parking a load in crane operations. Ensure clarity, obstacle control, secured rigging and hook positioning with expert guidance from Hercules Crane & Lifting...