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Working with hydraulic rams, the most important variables are the capacity, desired lift, and the space below the load. While those are the main three factors, in the world of hydraulics, your entire setup matters. While some variations have been made to achieve varying end goals, accessories can often achieve the same result when your […]

Hoisting 101: Electric Chain Hoists Electric chain hoists are a common equipment selection in situations where speed is important. Still, as always, there are several factors to consider before deciding whether an electric hoist is the best choice for your application. From ambient conditions to duty cycles, here’s everything to know about selecting and using […]

With any project, the goal is to complete the lift or move safely and efficiently. Proper rigging training for your crew is an important step in ensuring the project goes off without any complications. Below are just a few do’s and don’ts for safe rigging practices. Do: Ensure all staff that are involved in the […]

What Is a Tirfor? How Tirfor Winches Work and When to Use Them A Tirfor is a portable manual wire rope hoist used for lifting, pulling, lowering, tensioning, and positioning loads. Also commonly known as a Griphoist, it uses a specialized wire rope that passes through the body of the hoist instead of wrapping around […]

With any project, time is one of the most valuable commodities, yet it can be the most difficult to manage. Finding ways to both speed up the project and simultaneously maintain safety reduces labor costs and keeps your project on schedule.   Even though they are primarily associated with scaffolding applications, Beta Max™ electric hoists are more […]

Before You Move: Critical Planning Tips for Rotating Machine Skates What comes to mind when we mention machine skates? If you’re thinking Hillman Rollers (also known as tanks or elephant feet), you’re not alone. These traditional machine skates remain a staple in certain industries where heavy loads simply need to be moved from point A […]

There’s much to be proud of when reflecting on the past year, and we’d like to use this blog to share some of the highlights in a brief end-of-year message to our customers and readers.  Throughout 2022 LGH has continued in a terrific growth pattern while focusing on new markets and territories across North America. […]

As you’ve probably seen by now, LGH has many tools you may not have known we rent. Among them are full lines of material and contractor lifts from Sumner™ and Genie® that are invaluable tools on site. Material lifts can provide a metaphorical extra set of hands, allowing you to set material in place while […]

Confused about eyebolt standards? You’re in the right place! In this blog, we are breaking down the governing standards for eyebolts used primarily in rigging operations. When ANSI first published the B18.15 standard on forged eyebolts in 1960, they stated as a disclaimer that “it would be impossible to develop an ANSI standard which would […]

All About Lifting Eyebolt Standards: Explained In this LGH blog, we’re breaking down what a lifting eyebolt is, as well as the governing standards for eyebolts used in rigging operations. What is a rigging & lifting eyebolt? A rigging lifting eyebolt is a vital piece of hardware in lifting and rigging operations. It is essentially […]