Cold weather driving introduces risks that standard tires cannot overcome. Peerless traction chains provide an additional safety layer when conditions demand it, but misuse or improper installation can create hazards rather than prevent them. The real risk: Overconfidence without understanding limitations Why drivers become overconfident with traction chains installed Drivers often become overconfident when traction […]
When people drive past a construction site or see a massive offshore platform on the horizon, the spotlight usually falls on the cranes, beams, or ships. Rarely do they think about the smaller parts that make those giants move. Yet, behind every lift is an unsung hero: the shackle. Shackles are not glamorous, but they […]
A shackle is a U-shaped, load-bearing connector with holes drilled into the ends for receiving a removable pin or bolt. In rigging and lifting, shackles are essential links that connect slings, hooks, and crane blocks to the load. They may not be the first thing you picture on a construction site, but without shackles, cranes […]
Picture by Braeson Holland – Pexels Cold-weather rigging operations demand heightened hardware application awareness. When temperatures drop between 0°F (-18°C) and -40°F (-40°C), standard rigging procedures require slight modifications to maintain safe working conditions and prevent equipment failure. Why Cold Weather Rigging Requires Special Attention Lifting hardware becomes more brittle in extreme cold, and equipment […]
