An vital part of Columbus McKinnon Corporation (CMCO),
Midland Forge is aleader in custom
forged products. The company, based in Cedar Rapids,Iowa, began as Midland Industries in 1943, and primarily
served the farmingmarket. Midland
Forge joined the CMCO family in 1976, and it has developedinto a premier manufacturer of high-quality lifting
shackles and chainattachments used in
a variety of industries around the world.
Midland Forge has been ISO certified since 1994,
currently ISO 9001:2000.All quality
checks are performed on site including: magnetic particleinspection, proof-testing, fatigue testing, destructive
testing, hardness, etc.,and certification
is available for all tests. In-house tool building and completeengineering capabilities enhance the focus on exceeding the
expectations ofthe customer.Additionally, products are supplied to numerous branches ofthe U.S. Government under Midland forge Cage Code #90202.
Well-known for the Big Orange® line of products,
Midland Forge hasdeveloped a reputation
forcreating the toughest shackles and
hooks in theindustry. Super Strong Carbon
Shackles consistently exhibit superior strengthand more ductility than other carbon steel shackles of the
same nominalsection size.
In addition to the Super Strong Shackles for
professional riggers, products like Lodelok attachments that maybe used with chain, synthetics, and wire rope in various
configurations have recently been developed for use indiverse construction activities. Shackles, hooks, and related
attachments are vital parts of CM Complete LiftingSystems, which provide all the necessary products for lifting
and load securement applications. In addition to abroad product line, CM Complete Lifting Systems offer:
A global network of
authorized distributors that provide inventory, technical
support, serviceafter the sale, and
consultation regarding specific needs.
A thoroughly trained,
knowledgeable sales force that provides expertise on
applications,regulations, training
requirements, and product features and benefits.
Customer service
representatives who address an array of issues related to
shipments, productselection,
specifications, and auxiliary items.
Training programs
dedicated specifically to rigging products or broad-based to
cover all aspectsof lifting and
positioning
Abundantly stocked,
integrated, corporate warehouses in key locations to provide
timely serviceto the distributor
network.
The ONLY manufacturer of
rigging products that is also a LEADER in the manufacturing andmarketing of hoists, overhead cranes, and related
products.