How a Crosby Shackle Is Made

Looking for Crosby shackles? Shop here! https://shop.mazzellacompanies.com/pr... We visited Kito Crosby’s flagship plant in Longview, TX, to see firsthand the shackle forging process. This video reveals every step of Crosby shackle manufacturing, from raw steel billets to finished, safety-critical hardware. 🔧 Watch the full process: • Engineering and die manufacturing • Closed die drop hammer forging • Heat treatment for optimal strength • Rigorous testing and quality control • Finishing and assembly Discover why Crosby Shackles are trusted worldwide in construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, and more. Perfect for rigging professionals, engineers, and industry enthusiasts! #ShackleForgingProcess #CrosbyShackles #KitoCrosby #RiggingHardware #LiftingIndustry #industrialmanufacturing _____________________________________ FREE DOWNLOADS! Shackle Markings Identification Guide ► http://resources.mazzellacompanies.co... Rigging Gear Inspection Field Reference ► http://resources.mazzellacompanies.co... Lifting and Rigging Best Practices Infographic ► http://resources.mazzellacompanies.co... Mazzella Capabilities Brochure ► http://www.mazzellacompanies.com/lear... _____________________________________ Learn More! Articles & Videos What Are the Different Types of Shackles for Lifting and Rigging? ► http://www.mazzellacompanies.com/lear... ASME B30.26 Shackle Inspection Requirements & Best Practices for Use ► http://www.mazzellacompanies.com/lear... Shackle Ratings in Short or Metric Tons, Inspection Requirements ► http://www.mazzellacompanies.com/lear... Mazzella's Learning Center ► http://www.mazzellacompanies.com/lear... _____________________________________ Contact Mazzella's Rigging Division Here: ► https://www.mazzellacompanies.com/Con... _____________________________________ In this video 0:00 - Welcome to Kito Crosby’s Flagship Manufacturing Plant 0:49 - Who Is Kito Crosby? 1:21 - How Is a Shackle Engineered? 2:14 - What Are the Steps of Shackle Manufacturing? 3:36 - Crosby Die Manufacturing 4:26 - Analyzing the Steel Billets 4:43 - Induction Heating of Steel Billets for Shackle Forging 5:20 - Crosby Shackle Forging Process 6:34 - Crosby's Automated Shackle Forging Process 7:21 - Giant Crosby Shackle Forging Process 8:17 - Crosby Bolt Type Pin Manufacturing Process 8:59 - Shackle Ear Drilling Process 9:26 - Crosby Shackle Heat Treatment Process 10:39 - Automated Shackle Ear Hole Drilling 11:31 - Crosby Shackle Tumbling Process 12:16 - Crosby Shackle Assembly Process 13:19 - How Crosby Shackles Are Tested 14:08 - Crosby Powder Coating Process 15:12 - Crosby Shackles Heading to Your Jobsite 15:56 - How Mazzella Can Help With Your Lifting Operations Legal Disclaimer: Any advice, graphics, images, and/or information contained within this YouTube Channel or on any embedded videos, are presented for general educational and information purposes and to increase overall safety awareness. It is not intended to be legal, medical, or other expert advice or services, and should not be used in place of consultation with appropriate industry professionals. The information contained on this YouTube Channel should not be considered exhaustive and the user should seek the advice of appropriate professionals.