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Let’s Get Social!

If you haven’t noticed already, Fulcrum Lifting has increased our presence on Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow us to see more tips, articles, and more upcoming events and happenings at each of our branch locations. Click on the links below and make sure to “like” and “follow”! Fulcrum Lifting Facebook LinkedIn TSWR Facebook LinkedIn KWR Facebook [Read more…]

Chain Sling Inspection Criteria

As with all slings, chain slings shall be inspected before use. According to OSHA (1910.184 for General Industry and 1926.184 for Construction), the inspection should follow a formal written inspection procedure to ensure complete examination as follows: Clean each chain sling prior to inspection. Chain that is coated with paint, dirt or oil may hide [Read more…]

Crosby acquires Straightpoint

Dallas, Texas-based The Crosby Group LLC, the largest lifting, rigging, and material handling hardware company in the world, has completed the acquisition of Straightpoint, a leading manufacturer of load cells and force measurement equipment. The acquisition includes the manufacturing facility and headquarters, co-located in Hampshire, UK that will become Crosby’s center of excellence for load [Read more…]