Skookum (Hardware)

Skookum Rigging is one of the most respected names in the lifting and rigging industry, with a legacy that dates back to 1890. The name “Skookum,” derived from a Chinook trade language word meaning strong, powerful, and dependable, reflects the company’s reputation for manufacturing exceptionally rugged rigging hardware trusted in the most demanding environments. Headquartered in Hubbard, Oregon, and part of The Ulven Companies since 1986, Skookum produces a wide range of high-performance forged rigging components including blocks, shackles, hooks, sheaves, and specialty lifting hardware. Their products are manufactured in the United States using precision closed-die forging and rigorous quality testing to ensure superior strength and reliability. For more than 130 years, Skookum equipment has played a role in major industrial projects and critical infrastructure—from historic efforts like the construction of the Grand Coulee Dam to modern applications in construction, maritime, energy, and heavy industry—making Skookum a trusted standard for professionals who demand uncompromising performance in lifting and rigging operations