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Company News & Industry Updates
Stay current with CERTEX news, announcements, and major developments in the rigging and lifting industry. From regulatory changes and safety updates to new technologies and market trends, this section delivers timely, relevant information to keep you informed and prepared.
The Difference Between Proof Testing and Break Testing — and When Each Is Required
In the lifting and rigging world, ensuring your equipment performs exactly as expected isn’t just a best practice —...
Top OSHA & ASME Rigging Requirements Every Crew Should Know (and How CERTEX Helps You Stay Compliant)
When a lift goes right, no one notices. When it goes wrong, everyone does. The fastest way to keep jobs on...
Rigging Failures in the News: What Went Wrong and How to Prevent It
In lifting and rigging operations, equipment failure can be just as deadly and disruptive as operator error. At...
Strength You Can Count On: CERTEX Performs Load Testing on San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge Suspender Rope Assemblies
In partnership with Modjeski and Masters, Inc., TYLin, and Caltrans, the CERTEX USA Wilmington testing team recently...
UNDERSTANDING LOAD LIMITS: DON’T GUESS, KNOW THE FACTS
Why Load Limits Matter When it comes to lifting, safety isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of every...
The Smart Choice: Why Testing and Repairing Rigging Equipment Pays Off
When it comes to rigging equipment, safety, reliability, and performance are non-negotiable. But replacing gear every...
UNDERSTANDING LOAD TESTING: WHY IT’S CRUCIAL FOR RIGGING EQUIPMENT
When it comes to rigging equipment, safety and reliability aren't optional—they're essential. Whether lifting heavy...
Maxim Crane Works hires Certex to test the Manitowoc 31000 Crane
Certex USA worked with Maxim Crane Works to test the largest capacity crawler crane ever designed and built by...