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11 FAQs About Cable Railing

11 FAQs About Cable Railing

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Shop Now 1. “How far apart should the cables in my system be spaced?” National Building Code requires that your cables be spaced no more than ...
11 FAQs About Cable Railing

11 FAQs About Cable Railing

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Shop Now 1. “How far apart should the cables in my system be spaced?” National Building Code requires that your cables be spaced no more than ...
How to Choose the Right Web Sling

How to Choose the Right Web Sling

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Shop Now To select the right web sling for your application, the most important factor is going to be working load limit. Always ensure that wha...
Web Sling or Round Sling?

Web Sling or Round Sling?

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Shop Now THOR-TEX synthetic slings are an integral part of a variety of lifting jobs. They're strong, lightweight, and easy to stow. However, t...
Guide to Rigging and Lifting Hooks

Guide to Rigging and Lifting Hooks

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Shop Hooks Now Hooks are a fundamental component to most rigging applications. There are several different types of hooks out there. While some m...
How to Select the Right Steel Cable

How to Select the Right Steel Cable

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Shop Steel Cable & Wire Rope Now When it comes to selecting the right cable for your application, the first thing you want to consider is the c...
Cable Railing Post Protectors

Cable Railing Post Protectors

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Shop Cable Railing Now Post Protectors are designed to prevent the cables in a cable railing system from grinding and eventually damaging the edges...
How to Choose the Right Rigging Shackle

How to Choose the Right Rigging Shackle

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Shop Shackles Now Choosing the Right Shackle In the world of rigging, shackles are an undeniable must when completing a wide array of suspension an...
A Beginner’s Guide to Shackles

A Beginner’s Guide to Shackles

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Shop Shackles Now What Are Rigging Shackles Shackles are a type of rigging fitting that’s used as an attachment component for lifts or suspensio...
5 Quick Tips for Using Cable | Preventing “Birdnesting” & Injury

5 Quick Tips for Using Cable | Preventing “Birdnesting” & Injury

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Shop Steel Cable & Wire Rope Now Our Pro Shares Tips for Using Cable Your order of cable arrived, now what? How do you even open ...
The Crenshaw Swager: Swage Smarter, Not Harder

The Crenshaw Swager: Swage Smarter, Not Harder

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[Updated November 2023]

Ever wonder what a swager does, or what a swager is? This blog details the Crenshaw Swager, a must have when installing cable railing.

Your Guide to Rigging a Solid Cable Assembly

Your Guide to Rigging a Solid Cable Assembly

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[Updated November 2023]

We provide you with a comprehensive guide to building your first static cable assembly. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete novice, this step-by-step tutorial will demystify the process and empower you to take on rigging projects with confidence.

How to Install HAAS REVO Thru-Post Tensioners in 6x6 Posts

How to Install HAAS REVO Thru-Post Tensioners in 6x6 Posts

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4” x 4” wood posts are among the most common termination posts our customers use in deck and cable railing construction. Apart from being economical for the most part, they make for a simpler cable railing installation. However, many of our customers commonly install beefed up 6” x 6” wood posts as roof support, or as an extension of the vertical deck support beams. So how will you terminate a cable railing run at a 6” x 6”?

A Practical Guide to Cable Railing Swaging

A Practical Guide to Cable Railing Swaging

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[Updated August 2023]

Explore the practical process of swaging your HAAS Stainless cable railing fittings with precision in our newest blog. 

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