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Donating Christmas Cheer to Transplant Village
On Tuesday, December 22, 2015, the staff of Lifting Gear Hire’s corporate office in Bridgeview, IL held its annual Christmas party which featured an Ugly Christmas Sweater competition, raffle prizes, and the first ever Bean Bag Tourney. The proceeds of which were generously donated to LGH’s charity of choice – the Transplant Village. The […]
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LGH & ITI Training Proves a Success
On December 7th through December 11th, Lifting Gear Hire (LGH) hosted three Industrial Training International (ITI) courses within its extensive 100,000 square foot rental center: Rigging Gear Inspector (Levels I & II), Lift Director, and Critical Lift Planning. A few months ago, LGH and ITI decided they’d join forces to offer classes at LGH’s […]
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In the Same Workboat
Bridgeview, IL – On Tuesday, December 1st, Lifting Gear Hire was present at the annual International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans, Louisiana. The three-day event, which concluded on Thursday, December 3, 2015, brought together hundreds of attendees from across the world and provided them glorious opportunities to meet industry professionals and attend special sessions on […]
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LGH Adds New AIRFLOAT® Models
Bridgeview, IL – November 20, 2015 ¬–Lifting Gear Hire has added two rental products from AIRFLOAT®: 4-skate and 6-skate systems to uphold their promise to stock all rental centers with the most up-to-date equipment available. Air skates move heavy loads on a cushion of air, offering 360 degrees of rotation when compared with traditional machine […]
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LGH Founder Releases Autobiography
Bridgeview, IL – November 19, 2015 – Published under Ladyhill House, “Lifting The World: The Autobiography of an Entrepreneur” is a brand new autobiography by the founder of Lifting Gear Hire, Bill Parkinson. The book details the proceeding events that eventually gave way to the successful creation of the largest lifting equipment rental company. From […]
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LGH/ITI Team Up to Offer World Class Training in Chicago
Bridgeview, IL – November 13, 2015 – Want to freshen up your rigging knowledge? Want to be taught by two of the biggest names in the rigging industry? Lifting Gear Hire (LGH) and Industrial Training International (ITI) are partnering up to offer two network training courses to students, faculty, and seasoned professionals alike. This […]
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Case Study: Heating Up Greektown Casino
[span3] [/span3] [span8] The Project Dee Cramer, a sheetmetal and HVAC contractor in Holly, Michigan, was approached by the owners of Greektown Casino to place a steam boiler on top of their casino to provide adequate heating for their facility. The Detroit Field Superintendent, Chris Dufour, had 12 to 16 weeks to obtain his equipment, […]
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Congratulations, Pat!
Bridgeview, IL – November 2, 2015 – Lifting Gear Hire’s very own Patrick Clark has been nominated and selected as Crane & Rigging Hotline’s Top Corporate Trainer of 2015. Endorsed by the Association of Crane & Rigging Professionals, the Top Trainer Awards program is designed to recognize crane and rigging trainers working in the construction […]
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2nd Annual Cosmic Fundraiser a Success!
Bridgeview – On Sunday, October 18th, 2015, Lifting Gear Hire held the 2nd Annual Cosmic Bowling Fundraiser at the Thunderbowl in Mokena, IL, and it was a success! Comprised of LGH staff, family, friends, and supporters, over 120 people attended the event, shaping the occasion to rank amongst the most memorable events in LGH’s […]
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More Equipment Joins LGH Rental Fleet
Lifting Gear Hire (LGH) has added new items to its ever expanding product line. These new products include SHB Ultra-Low Headroom Trolley Hoist, and Model AM Chester Hoist. Manufactured by Harrington Hoist, the SHB Ultra-Low Headroom Trolley Hoist offers premium quality and durability in a low profile package. This industrial grade hand chain hoist […]
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