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Straightpoint Loadshackle, based on Crosby Shackle, Supports Research at Tree Climbing Championship

Posted by Crosby on Sep 10, 2018 3:32:07 PM

A 6.5t capacity wireless loadshackle from Straightpoint, which is based on a Crosby G2130 shackle, was used to measure loads during competitors’ climbs at this year’s International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC). The competition took place this summer at the U.S. National Arboretum in Washington, D.C.

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Crosby Shackles, not just for lifting

Posted by Crosby on Aug 21, 2017 9:50:37 AM

Phil Webb is a man of incredible talent. He turns Crosby products into works of art. Phil spent ten years as a helicopter engineer in the Royal Navy. Moving on from there, he found himself learning how to weld in the pharmaceutical industry. About five years ago, Phil was in need of a hobby. He turned

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Topics: People, shackles

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