Bishop Lifting

Bishop Lifting Bishop Lifting, founded in 1984, is the most trusted name in the lifting world, with deep expertise,

Our Bishop Lifting location in Albany, NY gives customers across the Capital Region local access to the lifting, riggi...
09/08/2026

Our Bishop Lifting location in Albany, NY gives customers across the Capital Region local access to the lifting, rigging, inspection, and fabrication support their jobs depend on.

From everyday rigging needs to project-specific lifting solutions, our Albany team supports customers in utilities, power generation, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, renewables, warehousing, and industrial work.

Service focus:

Wire rope sling fabrication
Synthetic sling fabrication
Chain sling fabrication
Lifting device fabrication
Rigging hardware and lifting equipment
On-site inspections
Testing and certification
On-site repair and equipment servicing
Equipment rentals and training

Whether you need a sling built, rigging inspected, equipment certified, or help finding the right lifting solution for the job, our Albany team is ready to help.

Stop by or contact the branch today:

Bishop Lifting
27-39 Thatcher Street
Albany, NY 12207
Phone: (518) 465-3461

Need lifting or rigging support in the Capital Region? Head over to www.lifting.com to learn more or place an order today.

Built by hard work. Carried by the people behind it.This Labor Day, we want to recognize the people who make Bishop Lift...
09/07/2026

Built by hard work. Carried by the people behind it.

This Labor Day, we want to recognize the people who make Bishop Lifting what it is.

The teams in the shops.
The crews in the field.
The drivers on the road.
The sales and service teams supporting customers every day.
The fabricators, inspectors, rental teams, warehouse teams, branch teams, and everyone behind the scenes keeping the work moving.

Our industry is built by people who show up early, solve problems, work with their hands, take pride in the details, and help make sure customers have what they need when the job depends on it.

At Bishop Lifting, we know the strength of this company comes from the people doing the work.

Thank you to every hard worker across Bishop Lifting, Tuffy Products, and our entire family of companies. Your dedication, craftsmanship, and commitment are what keep us moving forward.

Happy Labor Day.

09/04/2026

If you've ever spliced a Flemished eye (also known as a Molly Hogan splice, and it's our standard mechanical splice), you know that success is in the details. Once the Flemished eye is fully braided into place, the final step is to swage the sleeve. A Flemished eye relies on a swage sleeve to hold the tails in place, so positioning the tails fully inside the sleeve (up to the taper) is critical. When working with compacted or even large diameter wire rope, technique matters, because the wire rope doesn’t always play nice.

When finishing the splice, you must be mindful that the ends of the splice:
- terminate at the right spot for your desired eye size;
- lie flat against the body (live line) of the wire rope;
- are evenly distributed;
- are equal in length

Then when you knock the swage sleeve into place — such that the ends go all the way to where the taper starts — the sleeve will compress well against the internal wires only if everything is even.

When you get it right, no wires appear crushed or pushed out of place. The tails should lay evenly, which results in a strong, secure eye splice.

Swage and tag it, then put it to work. Trust the Lift 🙂

Pull in. Test. Pull out.Bishop Lifting’s new 300-ton vertical test bed in Houston is built for serious proof-load testin...
09/01/2026

Pull in. Test. Pull out.

Bishop Lifting’s new 300-ton vertical test bed in Houston is built for serious proof-load testing — with the capacity, clearance, and control needed for large lifting and rigging equipment.

With 600,000 lbs of testing capacity, a 42 ft hook height, and a 12 ft stroke, this test bed gives customers a powerful way to verify equipment before it goes back into service.

What makes it even more efficient? The drive-through design.

This setup is built to handle 18-wheelers and truck loads end to end, helping customers reduce downtime while getting fast, accurate testing for the gear their jobs depend on.

Product/service focus:

300-ton vertical test bed
600,000 lb proof-load testing capacity
42 ft hook height
12 ft stroke
Drive-through access for truck loads
Testing for slings, shackles, blocks, spreader bars, crane blocks, sheaves, winches, spools, skids, baskets, containers, and custom equipment
TessaLink certifications and asset management
Camera system to video testing

This is more than a new piece of equipment. It is an investment in safety, service, and the customers who trust Bishop Lifting to help prove their gear before the lift ever happens.

Need proof-load testing or want to schedule a live demo?

Call 1-713-671-7881 or head over to https://hubs.ly/Q04vrXN90 to learn more.

Stock when speed matters. Custom when the lift demands it.That is the kind of conversation our team has with customers e...
08/31/2026

Stock when speed matters. Custom when the lift demands it.

That is the kind of conversation our team has with customers every day.

Plenty of lifts call for a sling straight off the shelf — and we keep common configurations ready to move when timing matters.

But in this industry, not every job fits a catalog number.

Custom lengths, capacities, wear pads, eye protection, and application-specific details can all change what the right sling looks like. That is where our fabrication teams come in.

At Bishop Lifting, we help customers get the sling that fits the job — whether that means pulling from available inventory or building a made-to-order solution around the lift.

Quick product focus:
• Synthetic web slings
• Polyester roundslings
• Stock and made-to-order options
• Custom lengths and capacities
• Wear protection and eye protection available

The goal is simple: get customers the right sling, built correctly, and ready to keep the job moving safely.

Need stock slings or a custom lifting solution? Head over to **https://hubs.ly/Q04vmFjq0** to learn more or place an order today.

08/29/2026

Opening wire rope so that each strand stands by itself is the preliminary step for creating spelter sockets. The process of opening the wire rope into its component strands is commonly called "flowering," and turning those strands into individual wires is known as "brooming."

It's a fairly simple process, but time-consuming. In this video, we show the techniques close-up. All you need are: a small marlin spike, small pipe (large enough to fit over the wire), wire (such as bailing wire), and pliers, plus a little time on your hands.

Before pouring the socket, it is essential that the wires are cleaned of all the lubricant. Otherwise, your pour won't hold well (regardless of whether it's zinc or resin), and the end result will be a dangerous lift!

08/28/2026

By popular demand: a slower look at this old-school zinc spelter socket process!

Many of our viewers were intrigued by the quick socket pour we did a while back, but found the video hard to follow because we crammed so much into 60 seconds. We heard you! Thanks to everyone who provided constructive feedback.

We already did the flowering and brooming process for the wire rope last week, and now we have a two-parter for the rest. (Yes, this is a cliff-hanger, but don't worry — we moved the second half to tomorrow, so you won't have to wait as long as last time.)

Zinc sockets are old-school, but some of our customers still prefer them. Let us know what else you want to see! Anyone interested in getting some resin sockets up here?

Great day at the Coal Country Open.Our Western Region team had a great time out in Gillette, Wyoming, connecting with cu...
08/27/2026

Great day at the Coal Country Open.

Our Western Region team had a great time out in Gillette, Wyoming, connecting with customers, partners, and friends across coal country.

Events like this are a reminder that the industries we support are built on relationships — the people in the field, the teams behind the scenes, and the communities that keep the work moving.

Whether it’s wire rope, rigging hardware, inspections, rentals, or custom lifting solutions, Bishop Lifting is proud to support the people and companies doing the heavy work every day.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, talked shop, and spent time with our team.

Need lifting or rigging support for your next job? Head over to lifting.com to learn more or place an order today.

Big sling. Big teamwork. Built for the job.Here’s a look at a custom 12" 2-ply polyester web sling built with added gray...
08/25/2026

Big sling. Big teamwork. Built for the job.

Here’s a look at a custom 12" 2-ply polyester web sling built with added gray buffer webbing for extra wear resistance in high-contact areas.

A sling this size does not come together by accident. It takes planning, precision, and a team that understands how every stitch, layer, and reinforcement point affects performance in the field.

This one was built by a production team made up mostly of women — and the finished product speaks for itself. Strong work, sharp craftsmanship, and another custom sling ready for the customer.

Product focus:
- 12" wide polyester web sling
- 2-ply construction
- Added gray buffer webbing
- Built for added wear resistance
- Custom fabricated for the application

When customers need large synthetic slings, the right build matters — not just for strength, but for durability, handling, and long-term jobsite performance.

Need custom polyester web slings or synthetic lifting solutions for your next job? Head over to https://hubs.ly/Q04tVTB70 to learn more or place an order today.

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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