Posted by Industrial Training International on Mon, Nov 21, 2011 @ 10:41 AM
November 21, 2011
For Immediate Release
RigIT, LLC, maker of the RigIT iPhone Application, has incorporated Industrial Training International in their app by creating a Training Page. The RigIT mobile app was developed to give instant access to all necessary rigging capacity chart information. Every chart includes the three basic hitches and there load capacities including vertical, choker and basket hitches. Also included in the charts are screw pin shackles with Working Load Limits and pin diameters. A Sling Angle Calculator is also utilized to help riggers identify the sling tension at given angles based on the vertical sling leg loading the user enters on the device. Lastly, the RigIT app contains a Safety Page that identifies the removal criteria of rigging based on ASME B30.9.
The Training Page that was added to the application in its second release showcases ITI's Crane & Rigging Info Kit. When users access the kit they receive Mike's Safety Tips - Over 80 Tips on Mobile Crane, Rigging, and Overhead Crane safety, as well as other ePosters, articles, and eBooks.
RigIT is planning revisions including metric measurements as well as a version for Android phones.
To learn more about the RigIT App, visit http://www.rigitapp.com.
For more information, contact Zack Parnell, Director of Business Development, ITI at 1-800-727-6355.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Thu, Nov 10, 2011 @ 12:50 PM
This event is hosted by the Alabama State Port Authority, training conducted by Barnhart Crane & Rigging, Industrial Training International, and Crane Doctor, and event administered by ITI.
With any questions contact Judy Chenoweth, ITI Training Center Manager, at judy@iti.com.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Tue, Nov 01, 2011 @ 12:45 PM
Jim Cox - 2011 Professional Top Trainer Winner
Industrial Training International
Congratulations to Jim Cox, ITI Instructor, for winning the 2011 Professional Top Trainer award. The annual award is given by Crane Hot Line and endorsed by the Association of Crane & Rigging Professionals. The Professional Award is given to those whose primary employer is a training company while the Corporate Award is given to those whose primary employer is a construction, crane rental, manufacturing, or other related industry company. Below is an excerpt from Crane Hot Line's article in the November 2011 issue:
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"Jim Cox's positive attitude and sincerity make it seem as if he is speaking directly to you, even if you’re in a training session with many others," says Mike Parnell, ITI President/CEO, who nominated Cox. "He often must deliver unique or difficult courses in environments other than the classroom, such as the shop floor."
From Crane Hot Line, "When Cox joined Industrial Training International three years ago, his primary experience had been sales training for a rigging supply company. While he already had a talent for customizing the information to a client’s setting and load handling activities, he was asked to raise his knowledge level in subject areas he had not previously been responsible for.
According to Parnell, Cox has spent lots of nights and weekends digging into the material, consulting with more senior instructors, and perfecting his delivery techniques. Cox is described by his employer as well as customers as passionate, enthusiastic, and thorough. “I looked forward to returning everyday because I knew I would learn more each day,” said Stephen Lyons of DCL Mooring & Rigging, a student in one of Cox’s classes.
The onsite coordinator for a stevedoring company in Panama commented that Cox’s training efforts resulted in major changes at the company. “A lot of damaged rigging was replaced, rigging methods were modified to safer methods, and the client felt that great strides had been made to lower their risks related to load handling,” explained Parnell. The post-training audit with the client reinforced that more than safety is achieved through good training. “Overall costs had dropped and efficiency had improved,” said Parnell.
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ITI also congratulates Bob Berry, Director of Safety at Sims Crane & Equipment, who won the Corporate Top Trainer award. Congratulations also to Corporate Honorable Mention winners John Newby (The Crosby Group), Tom DeSoo (I&I Sling), and Dub Norris (Barnhart Crane & Rigging). Also, congratulations to Professional Honorable Mention winners Harley Gist (Rigging Institute), Larry DeMark Sr. (Equipment Training Solutions), John O'Connor (CICB), and Don Childers (Nationwide Crane Training).
2011 Sponsors included The Crosby Group, Liebherr, Manitex, Rigging Institute, Slingmax, NACB, NCCER, Industrial Training International, CICB, Columbus McKinnon, Crane Institute of America, FIRST Sling Technolgy, Stephenson Equipment, Inc., and Gunnebo Johnson.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Mon, Oct 31, 2011 @ 09:47 AM
There is just over one month until industry experts convene in Mobile, Alabama for the Maritime Lifting Solutions Workshop, December 7-9, 2011.
This is an interactive crane and rigging training workshop addressing the planning, execution, and logistics of load handling in the maritime industry.
Training Sessions from The Crosby Group, Industrial Training International, Barnhart Crane & Rigging, The Alabama State Port Authority, and CraneDoctor.
Who Should Attend? Companies in Shipping, Stevedoring, Terminal Managers, Port Authorities, Crane and Rigging Service, Logistics & Transportation, OEMs, Shipbuilders, Offshore Contractors, and others who participate in crane and rigging activities.
Justify Your Trip - If you are interested in attending, utilize the ROI Letter from the Justify webpage.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Posted by Industrial Training International on Tue, Oct 04, 2011 @ 04:39 PM
The Associated Wire Rope Fabricators Fall General Meeting and P.I.E hosted nearly 100 vendor booths and over 500 attendees. This year’s Product Information Exhibition was extremely successful and was colorfully presented with a Wizard of Oz theme. AWRFers found themselves strolling down the Yellow Brick Road while Dorothy was looking for Toto and Kansas, the Tin Man and Cowardly Lion posed for pictures and “backside drawings” by a Munchkin artist specializing in rear-end artwork.
The event was no doubt a success!
Pictured:
Industrial Training International, Inc. , The Tin Man,
The Crosby Group , The Great and Powerful Oz,
Linton Rigging Gear Supplies,
Durabilt,
Field ID,
Sling Tech Inc.,
Laclede Chain Manufacturing,
American Crane & Transport/KHL,
Loos & Co. Inc.,
Marcal Rope & Rigging Inc.,
The Ulven Companies ,
West Coast Wire Rope,
Mazzella Lifting Technologies and
Industrial Splicing and Sling, LLC.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Tue, Oct 04, 2011 @ 08:36 AM
PEARLAND, TX (October 3, 2011) — When Delta Rigging & Tools, Inc. (www.deltarigging.com), one of the largest providers of lifting and rigging products and related services in the United States, decided to offer specialized lifting products and services, the company proved its customer value in a very big way. Delta’s recently formed Specialty Components group has created a special-purpose sling to lift 6-ton elephants for the Dallas Zoo.
The Specialty Components group used the requirements from the Dallas Zoo to design and manufacture a synthetic sling that will, when needed, safely lift and temporarily suspend their largest elephants for veterinary care. Although they are happy the sling has not been put into use, the Dallas Zoo was very pleased with the product, and as a result, other U.S. zoos have contacted Delta about its “elephant-lifting sling.” The Specialty Components group is now being asked to design and custom fabricate other unique items for zoo animals across the country.
“We were not aware of anyone being asked to design an elephant sling before, so it’s an interesting case study that demonstrates Delta Rigging & Tools’ ability to design and fabricate rigging and lifting equipment to meet any challenge -- whether it’s creating a unique sling to lift an elephant or building a custom lifting device for high-performance military aircraft,” said Eric Johnson, Delta Rigging’s Vice President of Marketing.
“Our motto is ‘When Every Lift Counts,’” added Johnson, “because every time you lift something very heavy into the air, you have to regard it as mission critical in terms of safety for your personnel. In this case, it was also very important to consider the safety and comfort of the animal being lifted. With this customer success story, Delta Rigging & Tools has proven it has the expertise and capabilities to meet the most specialized lifting needs.”
In addition to delivering specialized CAD/CAM and fabrication services to meet unique customer challenges, the Specialty Components group offers a wide range of ASME, MIL-SPEC and NAS rigging and hardware.
Scott Daily, manager of the Specialty Components group at Delta Rigging & Tools, notes that even the items the group carries on the shelf are quite specialized and can be difficult to source.
“We carry a tremendous stock of hard-to-find fittings and specialty purpose materials,” said Daily, “from chains, hooks and fasteners to other rigging items that meet the higher engineering standards required by the military and industries such as defense, scientific research, nuclear power, and healthcare.
“And if we don’t carry it, we can usually find it or manufacture it to ensure the customer’s specific requirements are met,” Daily added.
For example, Delta Rigging & Tools operates in-house sewing shops able to custom manufacture MIL-SPEC synthetic slings, strap assemblies and tie-downs to the meet the highest standards. The company also has specialized items like galvanized, nickel-plated and stainless steel components for highly corrosive environments, along with wire rope that meets MIL-DTL-83420 specifications and chain that meets RR-C-271 ratings. Additionally, Delta Rigging Tools provides custom chain manufacturing in specialty alloys – something you just can’t find easily – backed by Delta Rigging & Tools customer service, certifications and complete support after the sale.
About Delta Rigging & Tools
Delta Rigging & Tools, Inc. is one of the largest U.S. providers of lifting products and services. It offers a complete portfolio of lifting solutions, including hoists, winches, wire rope, wire and synthetic slings, accessory parts, and hardware as well as testing, inspection and field services.
Delta serves both domestic and international customers through 14 sales and service facilities and two primary distribution centers located around the country. The company provides complete lifting and rigging solutions and support for a diverse range of markets, including oil & gas production and distribution, energy and power-generation, mining, transportation, heavy manufacturing and construction.
Founded in December 2004, when several of the leading industrial rigging and lifting companies across the U.S. merged together, Delta Rigging & Tools continues to grow rapidly by providing its customers in these and other industry segments with the highest possible levels of Safety, Service, Quality and Value.
This article was originally published as a press release at Deleta Rigging & Tools - Delta Rigging & Tools’ Specialty Components Group offers CAD/CAM Design and Custom Manufacturing Services.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Wed, Sep 28, 2011 @ 11:09 AM
Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International, firmly established as the leading media presence for professionals involved in the logistics of over-dimensional and heavy cargoes, released its September/October magazine this week featuring the "Science of Rigging".
While author Maria MacLeod analysis multiple rigging options available to heavy lifters, several notable rigging professionals are quoted including Mike Parnell, CEO of Industrial Training International, Jeff Latture, SVP of Barnhart Crane & Rigging, and Knut Buschmann, President of Unirope.
Read the digital version of Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International, September/October 2011, Issue: 22.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Fri, Aug 05, 2011 @ 12:14 PM
8/5/2011
For Immediate Release
The Maritime Lifting Solutions Workshop, hosted by the Alabama State Port Authority has created a LinkedIn Group. The Workshop is slated for December 7-9, 2011 in Mobile, Alabama and will be featuring key industry professionals.
The purpose: an interactive crane and rigging training workshop addressing the planning, execution, and logistics of load handling in the maritime industry.
To join the conversation on LinkedIn click here.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Thu, Jul 21, 2011 @ 12:06 PM
7/21/2011
For Immediate Release
Industrial Training International is hiring a new member to the Instructor team. ITI instructors are some of the most experienced crane and rigging professionals in the training industry with over twenty years of field experience in crane and rigging operations from a variety of industries including: mining, oil and gas, power generation, aerospace, construction, railroad, shipbuilding, and more.
Learn more at iti.com/careers.
Posted by Industrial Training International on Wed, Jul 20, 2011 @ 01:05 PM
July 20, 2011
For Immediate Release
The Alabama State Port Authority has partnered with Barnhart Crane & Rigging and Industrial Training International to host the inaugural Maritime Lifting Solutions Workshop from December 7 – 9 in Mobile, Alabama.
John Mickler, GCI Manager of the Alabama State Port Authority explained, “We are very excited to bring the international maritime industry together in Mobile for world-class, interactive training regarding critical lifting and load handling during maritime operations”.
The training workshop is intended for organizations in shipping, stevedoring, terminal management, port authority, crane and rigging service, logistics, transportation, and original equipment manufacturing (OEM).
Speaking & Training at the Event:
- Danny Bishop
- Director of Training, The Crosby Group
- Board Chairman, Association of Crane & Rigging Professionals
- Board Member, NCCER Crane Operators Certification Board
- James K. Lyons
- Director/CEO, Alabama State Port Authority
- Mike Parnell
- President of Industrial Training International
- Vice Chair of the ASME B30 Committee (Cranes and Rigging)
- Chair of ASME P30 Committee (Lift Planning).
- Jim Yates
- Senior VP of Engineering and Technical Services, Barnhart Crane & Rigging
- Committee Member, ASME B30.1 Subcommittee (Jacks, Rollers, Casters)
- Committee Member, ASME P30 Main Committee (Lift Planning)
Also a major event sponsor, Certex USA, an ISO-9001 Certified company, is recognized throughout the world as a leading distributor of crane ropes and professional rigging, lifting and material handling equipment.
To learn more about the training workshop visit the website at maritimelifting.com.
For questions contact Zack Parnell, Director of Business Development, ITI – 1.800.727.6355.