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Wire Rope Rigging Inspection & ReplacementThis micro-learning module covers the basics of wire rope inspections and how to know when a wire rope needs replacing.

This micro-learning module covers the basics of wire rope inspections and how to know when a wire rope needs replacing. Great for refreshers or toolbox talks/tailgate meetings!

Experiential Systems provides annual ropes course inspection services for indoor and outdoor ropes courses, challenge courses, zip lines, canopy tours, adventure parks, obstacle courses, ninja courses, playgrounds, tree-houses, climbing walls and climbing towers.

The annual inspection entails a hands-on inspection of all low and high challenge course elements/components installed. This includes but is not limited to an inspection of the following:

Trees– If trees are used in the construction of your course ESI will note tree size and species, look for damage caused by insects and weather and check for dead fall, and work with certified arborists.

Utility Poles– If utility poles are used in the construction of the course, they will be inspected for appropriate classification, size, age and damage caused by animals and/or weather.

Structures – If building or structures are used in the design of your course, ESI will inspect the connections to the structure, monitor for metal fatigue, inspect for broken or cracked welds, etc.

Wire Rope – All wire rope used for belay lines, zip lines, guy lines and foot lines will be inspected for appropriate terminations, proper drape, tension, defects and rusting.

Lumber– All lumber will be inspected for aging and protruding nails or screws. Additionally all lumber used for structural elements like a platform will be inspected for proper attachment technique.

Programming Equipment – All programming equipment will be inspected for age, wear, and storage and to ensure that proper retirement schedules are kept.

Training Manuals and Policies – ESI will inspect all training and policy manuals as they relate to the maintenance, use, facilitation, training and record keeping of the high and low ropes course.

Upon Completion of the inspection a verbal report will be provided before leaving the site and a written report will be mailed in most cases within 10 days of the inspection. Both the verbal and written report will use one of three findings to respond to each element of your challenge course.

The scope of the inspection service outlined above is limited to a visual and tactile inspection of the challenge course structures, systems and components that are readily accessible to the inspector(s). The inspection will be performed in accordance with ACCT Standards and practices for challenge course inspections (other standards available). The scope of the inspection is limited to the items listed within the inspection report as seen and evaluated on the date of the inspection. The inspection and report are but a snapshot of the course as it was seen during a specific moment in time, and it is beyond the scope of an inspection or the associated report to attest to any future usability or condition of an entire course, system or component(s) that may be subject to environmental damage, normal wear and tear, abnormal or unauthorized use, intentional or accidental modification by others, or are simply inaccessible to the inspector without altering or modifying a component, system or subsystem. The inspector is a challenge course generalist and is not acting as an licensed engineer or expert in any other specific craft or trade. If the inspector recommends that the Client consult with specialized experts (ex. arborist, engineer, etc., or conduct any maintenance, repairs, replacement or testing the Client must do so at the Clients expense

Any area which is not exposed to view, is concealed, or is generally inaccessible because of soil, walls, fixed of immovable barriers, high tensions, general lack of access, or any other activity, system or component that is not included in the inspection report. The inspection does not include any destructive testing or dismantling of components or systems. Client agrees to assume all risks for any and all conditions which are concealed from view at the time of the inspection. The inspection is not a challenge course warranty, guarantee, or insurance policy. Some specific items not included in the scope of inspection services include, but are not limited to: Soil or geological inspection; arboricultural inspection; building code or zoning ordinance violations; engineering analysis of any system; efficiency of any installed components or systems; or mold, fungi, pests, termites, or other wood destroying organisms

In addition to general inspection services ESI is able to provide testing and maintenance services, and schedule any additional consultants to be present at the time of your inspection for an additional fee, and advance notice of these requirements. If your organization is interested in or requires any of these services, please read more about them below.

Sometimes minor repairs are necessary in order to keep a challenge course in passing condition. If Client chooses, Experiential Systems can provide repairs at the time of inspection, if simple repairs are necessary. Scheduling this in advance can save time and effort and could make the difference in an element being usable or not usable for your program between the time that an inspection is done and repairs can be accomplished. Unfortunately, major repairs will not be able to be addressed during inspections typically due to lack of time, labor and materials, unless previously arranged, scheduled and contracted.

Some installations, manufacturers, organizations and Jurisdictions Having Authority (JHA) may also require testing of systems or components periodically. If your organization believes it will require any testing services, please notify us in advance of the inspection so that we can plan for the proper time and resources to complete the requested testing services, and provide your organization a proper quote for those services. All testing services are in addition to standard inspection services and fees.

If desired ESI can provide consultancy with industry experts in conjunction with your inspection. These third-party professional consultations can be coordinated to occur simultaneously to the on-site inspection if required and pre-arranged in advance of the inspection.

We offer you a wire rope inspection course which is especially designed for the working field of ropes courses. The course was developed in the UK, because there had been nothing comparable in the industry.

The 2-day course will provide attendees with sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge to inspect cable in a ropes course and to understand when wire ropes should be retired. On day one, a more theoretical session will be delivered covering such topics as types of wire rope construction, wire rope fatigue, wire rope abrasion, wire rope corrosion, lightening and other damage. The second day will reflect inspection of wire rope in a more practical way and according to the ISO 4309: 2013 with its criteria for retiring cable.

We will provide you with a script. There is an assessment at the end of the course. After the course a certificate will be issued to all those who successfully complete the written and practical assessments.

This course is part of our pre-conference trainings, so please only use the Online Registration Form. This registration form will enable you to book pre-conference training courses, to register for main conference presentations & workshops, to order meals, reserve a seat in a shuttle bus and to send a room reservation inquiry – all within a single form.

This course covers the requirements for operation of cranes in the construction industry using the OSHA construction Cranes and Derricks Standard as a guide. Course topics include hazards associated with crane assembly and disassembly, types of cranes, lifting concepts, rigging and wire rope, signaling, employee qualifications and training, and maintenance, repair, and inspection requirements. Students will participate in workshops to reinforce concepts of safe crane operation. Upon course completion students will have the ability to identify the types of cranes and their components and attachments, determine safe operating conditions, and recognize common violations of OSHA Standards.

We have a wide range of training courses covering lifting, safety and inspection available at our Harworth Training Centre, Nottinghamshire. Check out our current availablity below:

If you"re looking to book an exclusive training course for your team at our Training Centre or your own place of work, get in touch to find out more. Head to our training page here for more details on each course.

We stock a large variety of rigging gear and hardware. Our in-house services include inspection, test, and certifying of slings and rigging gear. We also offer on-site inspection of rigging, of rolex replica slings and rigging gear, on-site inspection of rigging, and pickup and delivery. We can have any of our experienced sales staff go on-site and assist with determining the best way to handle your lifting needs. We also offer an on site class on proper rigging gear inspection.

At CERTEX USA, we set the standard for rigging supplies, lifting products and world-class fall protection as well as the top industrial rescue courses and critical testing services. Many companies and workers around the country rely on our expansive line of quality lifting equipment and products. From wire rope to wire mesh slings, to hoists, clamps, blocks and sheaves, CERTEX USA has the lifting equipment you will need to get the job done correctly, safely and on schedule. When it comes to rigging equipment, supplies and lifting products, you shouldn’t have to worry about choosing between the highest-quality products available and the products offered at affordable prices. At CERTEX USA, we have you covered with quality lifting products at competitive prices.

Wire rope isa type of cablewhich is made up of several strands of metal wirelaid or twisted into a braid or helix.Do you know how often your wire rope needs to be inspected? Wire rope inspections are vital to industries that use wire rope.

One of the most important purposes of carrying out wire rope inspections or testing is to oversee the process of depreciation in the wire rope. When any depreciation or deterioration is identified these wire ropes can cease to be used immediatelybefore it becomes a hazard. A great advantage of conducting these examinations is to analyse and identify if there is unexpected corrosion and destruction.

Commonly, there is a constant increase rate in the amount of wire rope breaks, during the lifespan of that wire rope. Wire ropes need to be inspected and tested as they have a limited life, like all consumable products. Early in the life of the wire rope (when it is starting to be used), the wires and strands of the rope settle into position and the breaking strength increases. Once it has hit its maximum, the breaking strength then decreases rapidly.

Wire rope inspections should only be carried out by highly trained professionals. There are 2 ways that these inspections are carried out on crane wire rope: Visual and Non-Destructive. Visual and no-destructive examinations are equally as important but a non-destructive wire rope test is a lot less frequent than a visual wire rope inspection. Destructive testing only takes place when specifically required by a company to find out what type of wire rope something is that has not been labelled and is not common practice in the general testing/inspections.

Visual inspection of wire ropeThe visual method is a simple yet effective method to check for external damage to a crane wire rope. Visually inspecting the entire length of rope is very important. The rope should be inspected 2 to 3 feet at a time and examined carefully at each stop. Whilst inspecting the wire rope it also cleaned with Lanotec and a wire brush.

Although tedious, it can determine many visual signs of wire rope damage, such as; kinks, bird caging, cutting, knots, flattening, crushing & heat damage (burn marks, discolouration of the metal). Wearing heavy duty gloves, an inspector will grab the rope and lightly move a rag slowly along the length of rope. Broken wires will often stick out (porcupine) and will therefore snag on the rag. Should the rag snag on a wire, the inspector should the stop and visually assess the rope condition. Broken wires do not always ‘porcupine’. Visual inspections should not be the only method relied on for inspecting crane wire ropes.

Due to the composition of a wire rope, the outer layer only represents approximately 40% of the metallic cross section of the rope and only approximately half of this is visible due to the strand twisting inside and out. That means you are only able to visually examine approximately 20% of the entire rope composition. You can only assume that the other 80% is in good condition.

Although the external 20% may look in good condition it may be concealing a great number of wire breaks and internal damage. Wire ropes with internal damage that have no signs of external damage can be extremely dangerous. This is why an internal wire rope inspection should also be completed. Internal deterioration is the primary cause of many rope failures, mainly due to corrosion and the normal progress of fatigue. Single-layer stranded ropes may be opened up slightly to allow an assessment of their internal condition, provided that they are at zero tension; though, some restrictions occur with large rope sizes. Permanent damage can be caused to multi-layer wire ropes if they are opened.

Internal inspection should always be carried out by a capable person. The method of inspection consists of firmly attaching two clamping jaws of appropriate size at a suitable distance apart to the rope. During the inspection of sections of rope adjacent to terminations, it is adequate to use a single clamping jaw, since the end anchorage system, or a bar suitably located through the end portion of the termination, may be used as the second clamp.

By the application of a force to the clamping jaws in the opposite direction to the rope lay, the outer strands separate and move away from the core. Care should be taken during the opening process to ensure that the clamping jaws do not slip about the outside of the rope. The strands should not be displaced excessively. When a limited opening is achieved, a small probe, such as a screwdriver, may be used to remove grease or debris that could obstruct observation of the interior of the rope. The crucial points that should be observed are as follows:

After inspection, a service dressing should be introduced into the opened part and the clamping jaws rotated with moderate force to ensure correct replacement of the strands around the core. After removal of the jaws, the outer surface of the rope should be greased. Since it is impossible to inspect the interior of the wire rope over the whole of its length, suitable sections shall be selected.

For wire ropes that wind onto a drum, or pass over pulleys or rollers, it is recommended that the lengths that engage the pulley grooves when the appliance is in a loaded condition be inspected. Those localised lengths in which shock forces are arrested (i.e., adjacent to drum and jib head pulleys) and those lengths that are particularly exposed to the weather for long periods should be inspected. Attention should be given to the length of rope close to its termination, and this is particularly important for fixed ropes, such as stays or pendants. This is where a visual inspection is complimented by a non-destructive test. .

A compliance standard is a list of high-risk non-compliances where if any or one of those non-compliances are found on a periodic inspection, TSSA will issue order(s) and conduct a follow-up inspection to confirm that those non-compliances have been corrected. These orders will either have an immediate time to comply (0 days which equals shutdown) or 14 days which equals repair or replace. There may be some circumstances, for practical considerations, where a high-risk non-compliance will be given greater than 14 days to resolve. (For example, it is not possible to replace elevator ropes in 14 days; and thus, sufficient time will be provided.) These high-risk orders will be also be subject to a follow-up inspection.

Other non-compliances, categorized as safety tasks (low- and medium-risk orders), will be noted on the inspection report; however, if there are only safety tasks (low- and medium-risk orders) found on a periodic inspection, TSSA will not conduct a follow-up inspection. In the future, TSSA will have a portal whereby regulated parties can login, locate their inspection report and confirm compliance with safety tasks (low- and medium-risk orders). In the interim, TSSA is considering statistically valid audits of safety tasks (low- and medium-risk orders) to collect data and confirm the state of compliance.

Because certain circumstances may cause a safety task (low- or medium-risk order) to present a high risk, TSSA will require a follow-up inspection to confirm correction. This would be an exception case.

TSSA is transforming into an outcome-based regulator and, as such, compliance standards play a key role. Using the compliance standard as a periodic inspection tool, focusses inspectors on high-risk non-compliances. It also acknowledges that regulated parties have the primary responsibility for compliance; and thus, they can resolve safety tasks (low- or medium-risk orders) without further TSSA inspection.

Establishing compliance standards (identification of high-risk non-compliances) focusses TSSA and regulated parties on reducing harm by addressing non-compliances based on level of risk posed. Compliance standards will be available on several platforms including TSSA’s website and downloadable mobile apps to ensure transparency. The desired end state is that regulated parties will address high-risk non-compliances in 0-14 days and long before a TSSA periodic inspection.

CLEVELAND, OH – Mazzella Lifting Technologies, a Mazzella Company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Denver Wire Rope & Supply. This acquisition will strengthen Mazzella’s footprint west of the Mississippi River and reinforce Mazzella’s commitment to be a one-stop resource for lifting and rigging services and solutions.

Denver Wire Rope & Supply has been in business since 1983 and services a variety of industries out of their location in Denver, CO. Denver Wire Rope & Supply is a leading supplier of rigging products, crane and hoist service, below-the-hook lifting devices, and certified rigging inspection and training. Effective immediately, Denver Wire Rope & Supply will operate as Mazzella / Denver Wire Rope. Terms of the transaction are not being disclosed.

“Denver Wire Rope & Supply will complement the wide range of products and services that Mazzella Companies offers. We are dedicated to being a single-source provider for rigging products, overhead cranes, rigging inspections, and rigging training. Both companies commit to a customer-first mentality, providing the highest-quality products, and leading by example when it comes to safety and sharing our expertise with customers and the market,” says Tony Mazzella, CEO of Mazzella Companies.

“Our team and family are excited to be part of the Mazzella Companies. This acquisition strengthens our place in the market and allows our team to continue to provide excellent service and products to our valued customer base and expand our offering,” says Ken Gubanich, President of Denver Wire Rope & Supply.

“Over the years, we have had numerous companies show interest in purchasing Denver Wire Rope & Supply, none seemed to be the right fit. We are looking forward to becoming a part of an aggressive, passionate, and progressive organization. As a family business for over 36 years, it is important to us that our customers/friends, suppliers, and team members continue to be treated with first-class service, products, and employment opportunities. Again, we are very enthusiastic about our future and look forward to being a quality supplier for your crane, safety training, rigging, and hoisting needs for years to come,” says Gubanich.

“We wish Ed and Carol Gubanich all the best in their retirement. We welcome Ken and the other second and third-generation Gubanich family members, as well as the entire Denver Wire Rope Team, into the Mazzella organization,” says Mazzella.

We’ve changed our name from Denver Wire Rope to Mazzella. Aside from the new name and logo, our member experience is virtually unchanged. Here are some common questions and answers related to this change.

In 2019, Denver Wire Rope & Supply was acquired by Mazzella Companies to expand lifting and rigging products and services to the western half of the United States.

In 1954, James Mazzella founded Mazzella Wire Rope & Sling Co. in Cleveland, OH. For over 65 years, the company has grown organically by nurturing historic relationships, expanding its product offerings, and entering new markets through acquisition.