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This blog series will focus entirely on some of the uses, benefits, and limitations of the various sling hitches and where you would find them in use in the field.

Well, we have. In an industry where one wrong move can spell certain disaster, the experience and knowledge of safe rigging practices can never be understated. That’s why at Lifting Gear Hire, we take as much pride in the rigorous training each member of our team takes on as we do with the average tenure […]

Everyone in the industry knows about spreader beams and the versatility they provide on the job due to the overwhelming number of articles that cover every aspect of their usage from bridge suspension to simply creating more pick points for an object than a single crane hook could provide.  The CMOD, provided by Modulift, creates […]

Whether you’re lifting large, unbalanced loads or working in areas with limited headroom, the CMOD system offers a more compact, customizable alternative to traditional beam configurations — without sacrificing stability or safety.

How a Gantry Crane Can Improve Maintenance and Repair Operations A gantry crane is a versatile mobile lifting solution used across various industries. Their adaptability makes them ideal for applications in maintenance and repair, where lifting needs often change locations within a facility—or even between sites. In this blog post, we will discuss what this […]

We’ve seen an increase in the number of come-a-longs, sometimes referred to as a lever hoist, that have been going out on rent lately, so this seemed like an appropriate time to detail some of the common misuses of this versatile piece of equipment as well as an easy solution to prolong their lifespan. One […]

In this industry, the gear used to perform the lifts and moves on sites can have a tremendous impact on the result of any job. improperly maintained equipment or having the wrong gear for the job can stop a job in its tracks in a best-case scenario or even lead to costly or deadly accidents […]

Although this is a topic that many of our customers are familiar with, the proper use and care of hydraulic rams is something that still causes some confusion on the job sites where they’re used. Lock nut rams carry tremendous benefits for varying projects ranging from raising a bridge, lifting concrete foundations to allow for replacement of […]

Avoid Costly Damage: A Guide to Proper Lock Nut Ram Use Hydraulic lock nut rams are a powerful and versatile tool used across a variety of heavy-lifting applications — from raising bridges and concrete foundations to lifting heavy equipment for extended periods. But with that versatility comes the need for proper use and care, especially […]

Wire rope is a machine. It’s a rather complex machine, actually. Its primary function is to move, which in turn is where it obtains its source of strength. And because it is such a complex piece of machinery, no precise rules have been given to determine exactly when a wire rope sling has passed it’s […]