2026 is in full swing, and the springtime thaw is just around the corner. Not just in the meteorological sense, but in a project sense, too. And here’s the million-dollar question: do you feel prepared for 2026?
At LGH, “prepared” is our middle name (actually, our middle name is “Gear”, but just roll with it). As we boldly step into the uncertainty that every new year brings, we are constantly looking for ways to serve you better.
We don’t think of ourselves as just an equipment rental company; we are the premier rigging and lifting solutions experts. So how do the solution experts better help you prepare?
Configuration drawing for a crane rigging lift plan from LGH.
In case you missed our official announcement last week, LGH is now offering lift plan rigging configuration as an optional add-on for qualifying projects. Recent LGH hire Taylor Savage has joined the team as our designated Lift Planner, bringing a background in mechanical drafting and years of lift planning experience from the crane industry.
So what exactly does this mean for you? Taylor explains,
“Instead of customers going to an engineering firm first, then coming to us to rent equipment, they can send us their load, and we provide a rigging configuration along with the quote. If the configuration is followed correctly on-site, the lift should pick level without having to set it down, add shackles, or reconfigure things.”
Read more: LGH Lift Planning announcement
In our newest YouTube video, “What Is a Hydraulic Gantry? | Heavy-Duty Gantry System for Tight Spaces,” LGH’s Aaron Orsak explains how hydraulic gantry systems provide a powerful, modular lifting option that can start at ground level, deliver precise load control, and even travel under load for accurate positioning.
Learn how hydraulic gantries work, key features that improve safety and efficiency, and common applications. Watch the video to see why hydraulic gantries are one of the most versatile solutions for challenging lifting environments.
LGH President Tony Fiscelli visits Australian team
LGH North America President Tony Fiscelli recently visited the LGH Australia team, reinforcing our commitment to global collaboration and knowledge sharing across the LGH network. During the visit, Tony connected with team members and supplier partners while gaining firsthand insight into local operations, helping strengthen the exchange of best practices that supports consistent, high-quality service for customers worldwide. With more than 30 years at LGH, Tony’s experience and hands-on leadership continue to help align and grow our global teams as LGH expands its international presence.
This Scarborough, ON, tunnel boring machine lift from 2022 was anything but dull.
When Metrolinx needed to install the massive machinery used to bore underground tunnels for Ontario’s transit system, they turned to LGH Canada for the right rigging solution.
LGH Rental Representative Moh Ayyad supplied high-capacity pneumatic chain hoists, capable of safely handling the immense weight of the machine. These certified air chain hoists, shackles, and other assorted top rigging helped keep the project moving forward.
This steam duct lift was made possible by the pre-lift rigging configuration plan from LGH.
In our latest blog post, “What Is a Rigging Lift Plan? A Practical Guide to Safer, More Predictable Lifts,” we explore how rigging lift plans help contractors and project teams visualize lifts in advance, select the proper rigging configuration, and reduce jobsite uncertainty.
The article explains what a lift plan includes, when lift planning is most valuable, and how early planning can help prevent delays & costly changes.
Read the full lift planning blog post to learn how these plans can improve safety, coordination, and predictability on your next project.
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