2014 May Newsletter!

Message From the Director of Quality

Providing the highest quality brands, products and services has always been at the forefront of Bishop Lifting. Our goal with the new acquisition is to combine best practices from all four companies and bring them into compliance with the ISO standard already set in place at Bishop Lifting. Our quality team plans to conduct rigorous gap analyses and internal audits to make certain that all locations are either certified or compliant to the ISO 9001:2008 standard. Bishop Lifting Products has been ISO 9001:2008 certified for over a decade and maintains an ongoing commitment to better our quality standards by developing policies, procedures and practices to drive continual improvement.

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Liftmax� Rigging Tree - New Design

As always, we are constantly trying to improve and develop new designs in Liftmax� lifting devices. The latest design for Rigging Trees, now has a wider frame, with all hanger bars located at a specified height.

Model: RT - Liftmax� Rigging Tree

Features:

Commonly used to hang slings and rigging products
Keeps rigging off the floor and organized
Large diameter base, square tubing upright, solid bar hangers
Single lifting lug located on top of vertical upright
Stainless Steel data plate with individual serial numbers with RFID tracking
Painted Yellow with durable enamel paint; special finishes and custom colors available upon request, specify when ordering

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7 Tips from AWRF for Sling Use: Wire Rope Slings

Wire rope offers a vast amount of versatility when being used in slings due to the following factors: its strength, ability to lift hot materials, abrasion resistance, and the ability to conform to the shape of its loads. Here are more facts and tips when using wire rope for slings.

Identify the type of rope and rated load that you need for your sling and appropriate project.
It is important to look at your sling and make sure that the configurations are accurate for the size of the sling.
The handles and other accessories should be welded to end attachments, and should also be proof tested.
Wire rope clips and hooks should be installed according to the recommendations of the manufacturer or qualified person.
Inspections of the slings and fasteners needs to be done daily before each use to ensure safety. If any defects are present, remove them from service.
Repairing of slings is possible for reuse. Do not make any repairs to wire rope used in the sling.
Remember that slings that are subjected to extreme environments will be subject may become damaged, creating an unsafe work area. Store slings properly to minimize any damage.

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Photo of the Month

Thank you to everyone who visited us at OTC this year! We look forward to seeing you next year! Click here to see one of our group pictures taken at the show!

In This Issue

Quality at BLP

Liftmax Rigging Tree

Tips for Wire Rope Slings

Photo of the Month

Upcoming Events

Need Rigging Training?

We are excited to announce a new added service for our customers! Bishop Lifting Products now has an in-house training specialist for on-site crane and rigging training.