DICA

Guthrie Center, IA 50115

About DICADICA is a family-owned and operated company that specializes in building high performance engineered outrigger pads, crane pads and cribbing blocks

At-a-glance

Years in business:Since: 1988

Number of employees:11-50

Contact

104 Industrial Road

Guthrie Center, IA 50115

US

http://www.dicaUS.com

Toll Free:866-717-6097

Fax:413-771-2420

More info on DICADICA provides a full line of engineered outrigger pads, dolly pads and crane outrigger pads. Safety Tech® outrigger pads provide unbreakable strength and effective load distribution for even the worst soil conditions. They’re also designed with ergonomic safety features and are lightweight, making them exceptionally easy to use.

LevelRight Adjustable Pads

LevelRight Adjustable Pads

SlatTrax HPS Finish Retrieve, RF and DIY Trax Shown

SlatTrax HPS Finish Retrieve, RF and DIY Trax Shown

SlatTrax HPS Deployment Complete; Secure Spool Harnesses 1

SlatTrax HPS Deployment Complete; Secure Spool Harnesses 1

The Role of Dunnage and Outrigger Pads in Concrete Pump Truck Safety

Peace of Mind for Pump Truck Operators: Equipment Setup Solutions for the Concrete Industry

Dunnage or outrigger pads are a critical piece of the concrete pump truck safety, but they need to be made of a material strong enough to withstand the imposed forces and stiff enough to prevent excessive deflection.

Jim Manson, president of Sun Concrete Pumping.

Q&A with Sun Concrete Pumping’s Jim Manson

Five quick questions on trends, safety, and values

Following a FIT analysis, Connelly chose DICA’s FiberMax 8-ft. by 5-ft. by 10-in. crane pads based on load distribution performance and transportation savings.

DICA FiberMax Crane Pads Saves Michigan Contractor Money, Time

For years, Connelly Crane Rental Corp., Detroit, had used timber mats for ground support under their larger cranes, but started looking for an improved solution.

EnviroMat creates temporary access and vehicle roadways, while XtremeMat serves as a heavy-duty solution for haul and access roads.

DICA Offers EnviroMat and XtremeMat from Ground Guards U.S.A.

EnviroMat creates temporary access and vehicle roadways, while XtremeMat serves as a heavy-duty solution for haul and access roads.

The 24-in. diameter LevelRight will accept up to a 20-in. square or 24-in. round outrigger float.

DICA Releases LevelRight Leveling Pad

The 24-in. diameter LevelRight will accept up to a 20-in. square or 24-in. round outrigger float.

Multi Pad Systems assist equipment operators who need to assemble supporting surfaces for outriggers without the aid of secondary equipment.

DICA Multi Pad System for Concrete Pump Trucks

Multi Pad Systems assist equipment operators who need to assemble supporting surfaces for outriggers without the aid of secondary equipment.

MaxiTrack is an access mat solution that can be deployed by hand for companies that need to provide temporary access for wheeled or tracked equipment weighing up to 150 tons.

DICA Unveils MaxiTrack Protection Mats

MaxiTrack is an access mat solution that can be deployed by hand for companies that need to provide temporary access for wheeled or tracked equipment weighing up to 150 tons.

MaxiTrack is the access mat solution that can be deployed by hand for companies that need to provide temporary access for wheeled or tracked equipment weighing up to 150 tons. The 1” thick mats measure 3 ft x 6 ft and weigh just 88 lbs., making them light enough to be handled by just two people. Yet, heavy-duty HDPE plastic construction has the strength and rigidity to stand up to heavy equipment traffic.

DICA Attends ARA 2024

Outrigger pad manufacturer DICA will be exhibiting at ARA 2024 for the first time. Attendees will be able to see how its products enable safe setup and peace of mind for contractors, and complement equipment found in construction and event rental.

The SteelTech Dunnage System is made up of three SafetyTech Outrigger base pads, four steel tubes and is topped with a SafetyTech pad with an integrated steel plate and recessed radius to keep the outrigger float in place.

DICA Multi-pad Steel Dunnage System

The SteelTech Dunnage System is made up of three SafetyTech Outrigger base pads, four steel tubes and is topped with a SafetyTech pad with an integrated steel plate and recessed radius to keep the outrigger float in place.

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EnviroMat creates temporary access and vehicle roadways, while XtremeMat serves as a heavy-duty solution for haul and access roads.

DICA Offers EnviroMat and XtremeMat from Ground Guards U.S.A.

EnviroMat creates temporary access and vehicle roadways, while XtremeMat serves as a heavy-duty solution for haul and access roads.

The 24-in. diameter LevelRight will accept up to a 20-in. square or 24-in. round outrigger float.

DICA Releases LevelRight Leveling Pad

The 24-in. diameter LevelRight will accept up to a 20-in. square or 24-in. round outrigger float.

Multi Pad Systems assist equipment operators who need to assemble supporting surfaces for outriggers without the aid of secondary equipment.

DICA Multi Pad System for Concrete Pump Trucks

Multi Pad Systems assist equipment operators who need to assemble supporting surfaces for outriggers without the aid of secondary equipment.

MaxiTrack is an access mat solution that can be deployed by hand for companies that need to provide temporary access for wheeled or tracked equipment weighing up to 150 tons.

DICA Unveils MaxiTrack Protection Mats

MaxiTrack is an access mat solution that can be deployed by hand for companies that need to provide temporary access for wheeled or tracked equipment weighing up to 150 tons.

MaxiTrack is the access mat solution that can be deployed by hand for companies that need to provide temporary access for wheeled or tracked equipment weighing up to 150 tons. The 1” thick mats measure 3 ft x 6 ft and weigh just 88 lbs., making them light enough to be handled by just two people. Yet, heavy-duty HDPE plastic construction has the strength and rigidity to stand up to heavy equipment traffic.

DICA Attends ARA 2024

Outrigger pad manufacturer DICA will be exhibiting at ARA 2024 for the first time. Attendees will be able to see how its products enable safe setup and peace of mind for contractors, and complement equipment found in construction and event rental.

The SteelTech Dunnage System is made up of three SafetyTech Outrigger base pads, four steel tubes and is topped with a SafetyTech pad with an integrated steel plate and recessed radius to keep the outrigger float in place.

DICA Multi-pad Steel Dunnage System

The SteelTech Dunnage System is made up of three SafetyTech Outrigger base pads, four steel tubes and is topped with a SafetyTech pad with an integrated steel plate and recessed radius to keep the outrigger float in place.

The family-owned and operated company will feature SlatTrax, a Ground Protection Roadway, in addition to AlturnaMATS and VersaMATS Ground Protection Mats.

DICA to Showcase Ground Protection Products

The family-owned and operated company will feature SlatTrax, a Ground Protection Roadway, in addition to AlturnaMATS and VersaMATS Ground Protection Mats.

DICA Remembers Dick Koberg, founder

DICA Founder Dick Koberg Passes

DICA and the Koberg family announce the loss of company founder Dick Koberg, who died on June 27, 2023. Known affectionately as DK, Richard “Dick” Koberg, 82, and his wife Carolyn founded DICA using the first two letters of their first names.

SafetyTech Steel Dunnage utilizes the properties of steel and DICA’s engineered thermoplastic material to promote stability and reduce ground bearing pressure.

DICA Launches SafetyTech Steel Dunnage System for Concrete Pump Trucks

SafetyTech Steel Dunnage utilizes the properties of steel and DICA’s engineered thermoplastic material to promote stability and reduce ground bearing pressure.

SlatTrax Temporary Roadways

DICA Debuts Labor-Saving Temporary Roadways at CONEXPO: SlatTrax

For use with compact and medium-duty equipment weighing up to 40 tons, SlatTrax minimizes damage to grass, sand, field turf, or paved areas where equipment or personnel must travel.

ProStack Cribbing Timbers

DICA Launches ProStack Cribbing Timbers at CONEXPO

DICA’s Cribbing Timbers will not splinter, break, or warp, providing predictable performance time after time to keep structures and equipment secure.

EcoMax Crane Pads

DICA Unveiling Engineered Steel and Composite Crane Pads

EcoMax Crane Pads combine alternating solid composite “timbers” and steel I-beams connected with through-bolts for maximum load distribution.

The Role of Dunnage and Outrigger Pads in Concrete Pump Truck Safety

Peace of Mind for Pump Truck Operators: Equipment Setup Solutions for the Concrete Industry

Dunnage or outrigger pads are a critical piece of the concrete pump truck safety, but they need to be made of a material strong enough to withstand the imposed forces and stiff enough to prevent excessive deflection.

Kris Koberg

DICA will showcase products for utility contractors from its Outrigger and Crane Pad, Ground Protection, Cribbing and Blocking, and Rigging product lines during The Utility Expo.

DICA Builds Anticipation for The Utility Expo With New Products

DICA, a company who specializes in building outrigger pads since 1988, will showcase its newest products at The Utility Expo, including FiberTech Outrigger Pads, ProStack SlotLock Cribbing Blocks and LiftGuard Sling Protectors.

DICA Utility Expo

DICA Announces Plans for Utility Expo

DICA will showcase products for utility contractors from its Outrigger and Crane Pad, Ground Protection, Cribbing and Blocking, and Rigging product lines during the Utility Expo.

DICA DR36-2 SafetyTech Outrigger Pad

DICA Outrigger and Crane Pads Go Global

The United States Antarctic Program purchases DICA's SafetyTech Outrigger Pads, approved for temperatures reaching down to negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The company's products are now used in all seven continents and in more than 50 countries.

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DICA Dives into the Modern World with ECommerce

DICA, a family-owned company that specializes in building high performance outrigger pads, crane pads, cribbing blocks and magnetic sling protectors, announces the unveiling of its new eCommerce online portal, designed for customer convenience.

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Partnership Offers Educational Courses on Ground Condition for Mobile Cranes

DICA and Industrial Training International collaborate to provide educational content focused on ground conditions and preparation when utilizing mobile cranes — providing a foundation to successful crane operations.

Fiber Tech Super Duty Pad

FiberTech Super Duty Outrigger Pads

DICA introduces the FiberTech Super Duty Outrigger Pads, featuring crush ratings of up to 600 psi, 13 layers of quad axial continuous glass fibers and vinyl ester resin, and one inch thick FiberTech Pads.

Jim Manson, president of Sun Concrete Pumping.

Q&A with Sun Concrete Pumping’s Jim Manson

Five quick questions on trends, safety, and values

Alturna Mats

DICA Showcases Outrigger Pads and AlturnaMATS for Tree Care Applications

DICA will feature SafetyTech Outrigger Pads and AlturnaMATS Ground Protection Mats for tree care applications during the TCI Virtual Summit held on Jan. 13-15, 2021.

Following a FIT analysis, Connelly chose DICA’s FiberMax 8-ft. by 5-ft. by 10-in. crane pads based on load distribution performance and transportation savings.

DICA FiberMax Crane Pads Saves Michigan Contractor Money, Time

For years, Connelly Crane Rental Corp., Detroit, had used timber mats for ground support under their larger cranes, but started looking for an improved solution.

Dica Pro Stack Slot Lock

ProStack Slot Lock Cribbing Blocks

DICA ProStack Slot Lock Cribbing Blocks are engineered to stack and lock together, giving users the ability to safely gain needed cribbing height in unlevel conditions