ASME

Lucy Perry – CEG CORRESPONDENT - Mon April 17, 2023

Spreader Bars, Lifting Beams Make for More Efficient, Safer Crane Pick

Installing a below-the-hook lifting device can streamline a lift and ensure the safety of your crew and the load. The device is used to attach a load to a crane so the load can be moved safely and may involve slings, hooks and rigging hardware....

Lucy Perry – CEG CORRESPONDENT - Mon August 22, 2022

ASME B30.5 Standard Sets Requirements for Mobile Crane Rigger Qualification

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has released an updated standard on mobile and locomotive cranes that includes a clear definition of the role a qualified rigger plays in a lifting operation....

Lucy Perry – CEG CORRESPONDENT - Thu July 29, 2021

How to Be an A+ Crane Signal Person

The signal person is one of the most critical roles on a construction site where a crane is in operation. The qualified signaler prevents accidents, ensures solid lift and placement of the load and keeps everyone safe on the ground....

Lucy Perry – CEG CORRESPONDENT - Mon June 14, 2021

Crane Safety by the Numbers — Lifting Projects Dictated by OSHA Rules, ASME Standards

The list of rules and regulations governing lifting and rigging procedures is long and varied. The applicable guidance depends on the type of lift and whether it's being performed as part of a construction, general industry or military project....