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  • Should I Use A  Chain Hoist or a Lever Hoist?
    September 8, 2024

    Should I Use A Chain Hoist or a Lever Hoist?

    Chain Hoist:  Best for stationary, vertical lifting of heavy loads in fixed locations (e.g., industrial or warehouse settings).
    Lever Hoist: More versatile and portable, ideal for pulling, lifting, or tensioning loads in various directions, especially in remote or outdoor settings.

    The choice between the two depends on the specific task at hand and whether you need mobility, versatility, or the ability to handle larger loads.
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  • The Power of Precision: Using a Straightpoint Loadcell to Measure Load Accurately
    September 4, 2024

    The Power of Precision: Using a Straightpoint Loadcell to Measure Load Accurately

    In industries and shops where lifting and rigging are commonplace, the accuracy of load measurements can mean the difference between a job well done and a catastrophic failure. Relying on estimates or guesswork when handling heavy loads or extreme forces is a gamble with safety, productivity, and, ultimately, the bottom line. This is where the use of the newly launched Straightpoint Self Indicating Dynamometer or SID comes into play—a tool designed to provide precise, real-time load measurements, thereby enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
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  • Safe Use of Forklift Hook Attachments
    January 20, 2024

    Safe Use of Forklift Hook Attachments

    Caldwell forklift attachments are designed to enhance the capabilities of forklifts for specific tasks. To ensure the safe use of Caldwell forklift attachments, follow these general safety guidelines: Read the Manual: Always read and understand the manufacturer's manual and guidelines...

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  • Straightpoint Load Cells: Pioneers in Precision Load Monitoring
    October 29, 2023

    Straightpoint Load Cells: Pioneers in Precision Load Monitoring

    In the realm of heavy industry, where safety and precision are paramount, Straightpoint has emerged as a stalwart provider of load cell and dynamometer technology. This innovative company has been at the forefront of the industry for decades, consistently delivering high-quality products that have revolutionized the way we measure and monitor heavy loads
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  • Standards for Intrinsically safe load cells for hazardous areas explained
    October 26, 2023

    Standards for Intrinsically safe load cells for hazardous areas explained

    This blog is an explanation of ATEX and IECEx standards, markings, classification, directive and different zones specifically when using load cells and dynamometers in hazardous areas.

    ATEX products are differentiated from standard products by their markings, most noticeably the recognised Ex symbol.

    Under the ATEX and IECEx schemes, products are classified and marked to show the areas in which they can be used, and the level of protection employed. 

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  • Why use a dynamometer or loadcell?
    March 28, 2023

    Why use a dynamometer or loadcell?

    Load cells or dynamometers are devices that are commonly used to measure the weight or force applied to a particular object. They are widely used in various industries, such as manufacturing, oil and gas, transportation and construction and rigged with...

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