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Welcome to the ITI Blog, your hub for expert insights, industry updates, and real-world stories from the field. Whether you're a crane operator, rigging professional, safety manager, or simply passionate about lifting and hoisting, our content is here to inform, inspire, and support your work.

You’ll find practical how-tos, training tips, news, and thought leadership that reflect the fast-changing world of industrial training. From virtual reality and online learning to certification prep and safety trends, we cover the topics that matter most to crews and companies alike.

At ITI, progress never stops. Our blog reflects that same mindset with fresh content, helpful guidance, and relevant updates. Check back often or subscribe to stay connected with the latest developments shaping safer and more effective lifting operations.

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May 28, 2025 12:22:48 PM7 min read

Building Confidence, Safety, and Careers: How Performance Contractors Uses Simulation Training to Stay Ahead

At Performance Contractors, innovation goes beyond adopting new tools. It’s about ...
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May 13, 2025 1:34:40 PM5 min read

Why Skilled Crane and Rigging Teams Keep Projects on Track

Crane and rigging systems are powerful tools at manufacturing and construction sites, but ...
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Apr 22, 2025 8:15:23 AM8 min read

How NACTEC is Using Simulation Training to Build Alaska’s Workforce

Bridging Opportunity: How NACTEC is Using Simulation Training to Build Alaska’s Workforce ...
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Apr 8, 2025 4:00:00 AM3 min read

ITI Releases Revised and Expanded “Rigging Engineering Basics” Book

ITI adds the third edition book as a companion resource to its online Fundamentals of ...
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Apr 1, 2025 10:10:09 AM5 min read

Why Crane and Rigging Training is Critical for Downtime Prevention

Picture this: A crane grinds to a halt mid-life, and the entire job site goes silent. ...
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Mar 11, 2025 9:08:39 AM6 min read

How Bay Ltd. Uses VR Training to Advance Operator Skills and Safety

Crane Simulation Training at Bay Ltd.: Advancing Skills and Reducing Risks Bay Ltd., a ...
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Feb 7, 2025 2:25:38 PM2 min read

Advantages of Online Rigging Certification

Advantages of an Online Rigging Certification Prep
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Oct 18, 2024 2:26:02 PM2 min read

ITI's Rigging Gear Inspector Course Hits the Road

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Oct 8, 2024 12:34:36 PM1 min read

ITI Recognized on Training Industry’s 2024 Corporate Training Landscape Map

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Sep 19, 2024 6:32:39 AM5 min read

Interplay Learning Closes Growth Investment Via Goldman Sachs, Acquires ITI

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