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Welcome to the ITI Blog, your hub for expert insights, industry updates, and real-world stories from the field. Whether you're a crane operator, rigging professional, safety manager, or simply passionate about lifting and hoisting, our content is here to inform, inspire, and support your work.

You’ll find practical how-tos, training tips, news, and thought leadership that reflect the fast-changing world of industrial training. From virtual reality and online learning to certification prep and safety trends, we cover the topics that matter most to crews and companies alike.

At ITI, progress never stops. Our blog reflects that same mindset with fresh content, helpful guidance, and relevant updates. Check back often or subscribe to stay connected with the latest developments shaping safer and more effective lifting operations.

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Apr 15, 2021 8:15:00 AM4 min read

7 Crane Operator Skills you can Practice on a VR Crane Simulator

When people hear “Virtual Reality,” they usually think of VR Games like Beat Saber or ...
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Apr 13, 2021 9:00:00 AM2 min read

O'Reilly Training is Leading with ITI VR Crane Simulation Technology

We are excited to share that O’Reilly Training Ltd. is leading the way on the other side ...
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Apr 9, 2021 8:15:00 AM1 min read

Working At-Heights Around Mobile Cranes - New Training Resource

At-heights work is consistently recognized as one of the highest risk activities in the ...
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Apr 8, 2021 10:03:07 AM2 min read

Dirty Words and Phrases Associated with Load Handling Activities

Dirty Words and Phrases Associated with Load Handling Activities This blog is an oldie ...
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Mar 25, 2021 8:45:00 AM4 min read

Hear from ITI's Fundamentals of Rigging Engineering Program Graduate

The ITI Fundamentals of Rigging Engineering Program serves as a comprehensive ...
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Mar 23, 2021 9:00:00 AM3 min read

Stephenson Equipment Invests in ITI's Cutting Edge Technology

When Stephenson Equipment Inc. (SEI) first began exploring the idea of expanding their ...
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Mar 18, 2021 10:15:00 AM2 min read

Sheet Metal Workers Keeps Excels During Extraordinary Times With ITI

Sheet metal workers are an integral part of the building and construction trades that ...
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Mar 16, 2021 7:45:00 AM2 min read

GKS Lifting and Moving Solutions Partners with ITI

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 16, 2021 Industrial Training International 800.727.6355 ...
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Mar 11, 2021 9:00:00 AM1 min read

Buckner Heavylift Cranes and the ITI Learning Hub - A Winning Combination

Buckner Heavylift Cranes adopted ITI online Crane & Rigging solutions back in ...
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Mar 9, 2021 1:18:52 PM1 min read

Washington is the Top State in the Nation!

We're number one! We're number one! Okay, in all seriousness though - Today's U.S. News ...
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