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Wire or synthetic? How to choose the right rope for the job
New rope technology gives operators options for lifting work
Mazzella acquires Midco Companies
This acquisition further strengthens Mazzella’s footprint in Texas and the Gulf Coast region.
Braden unveils new synthetic rope
The TRS synthetic rope is engineered and tested to complement TR series planetary recovery winches
How are wire rope manufacturers preparing for an infrastructure boom?
For manufacturers, users, operators and other key stakeholders, this means preparing for the demands of continuous operation and strains on critical equipment
Bishop Lifting acquires safety equipment supplier
The purchase marks Bishop’s twelfth acquisition since 2012 and is the fifth add-on acquisition since Altamont acquired the platform in February 2022. 
River Associates acquires I&I Sling and Slingmax
Each company will continue to operate autonomously across all 50 states, Canada and other countries.
WireCo launches U.S.-made crane rope production
Casar and Oliveira products will now be made in Missouri as part of $30 million investment. 
How to make the right rope choice
Choosing the right ropes and winches will improve a crane’s performance
What are the latest developments in wire rope research?
Wire and fiber rope research is intense. D.Ann Shiffler reports.
Synthetic fibre rope for Wolff tower cranes
Hoist rope new from Wolffkran and Trowis as a direct replacement for steel wire rope on tower cranes
Bauma: What’s in store for cranes and specialized transport?
Crane and specialized transport manufacturers are revealing their latest launches to feature at Bauma 2022
Recycled material in Lankhorst heavy lift slings for Heerema
LankoForce HL slings will be used on a 4-point lifting frame for an offshore lifting project
RSS wins 5-year rail contract
Rope & Sling Specialists has won a five-year contract at Scotland Railway
Which material is safest for crane rope?
Wire or fibre, ropes are key for a crane’s performance. Niamh Marriott reports
A guide to wire rope replacement
Replacing wire rope on a crane is a comprehensive process that involves many factors.
LES appoints Botswana distribution partner
The partnership will help sell the Lifting Equipment Store (LES) product range to large companies, including Botswana mines
Bridon-Bekaert launches line of resin end-stops
Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group now offers end termination design capability for crane ropes.
Ropes and winches: flying the flag high
A look at the rope and winches sector after 12 months of unprecedented disruption from coronavirus. Christian Shelton reports
RSS expands into South West
Buoyed by government defence contract wins, Rope and Sling Specialists expands UK operations
Ropes and winches: Winding it on
To give the safest and longest service, both steel wire and synthetic fibre rope needs to be treated well, correctly selected and of good quality. ICST reports
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