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OSHA Heat Program: What Employers Need to Know About the National Emphasis Program For the first time in its history, OSHA has implemented a National Emphasis Program (NEP) focused solely on protecting workers from heat-related illnesses. This OSHA heat program introduces new enforcement protocols, enabling the agency to inspect high-risk workplaces before a single injury […]

Reflecting on this past year, there is a lot to be proud of and still room for growth. As a nation, we’ve been through a great deal since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic back in March 2020. As a company, we’ve weathered through everything from total shutdowns to heightened restrictions in every area we […]

Reflecting on 2019: LGH’s Global Rebrand and Continued Growth Editor’s Note: This article is part of LGH’s company history archive. Originally published as a reflection on 2019, it highlights LGH’s global rebrand, website improvements, employee growth, and continued investment in people and systems. A reflection of 2019 brings about many positive thoughts and memories for […]

API 8C: What It Means for Drilling and Production Hoisting Equipment In drilling, production, and oilfield lifting applications, equipment must be designed, manufactured, tested, and documented for demanding service conditions. That is where API 8C plays an important role. API 8C, also known as API Specification 8C, covers drilling and production hoisting equipment used in […]

Buying used rigging equipment from an auction or second-hand dealer might seem like a quick way to cut costs. But before you make that decision, it’s worth examining what you’re really getting — and the potential risks involved.

Shackles for Rigging: Facts Every Rigger Should Know   Shackles for rigging may not be the flashiest piece of lifting equipment, but they are essential on many jobsites. These small but important components help connect slings, hooks, lifting points, hoists, beams, and other rigging hardware throughout a lifting setup. Because shackles are used so often, […]

Web Slings for Lifting: A Guide to Common Types and Applications Choosing the right web sling starts with understanding how the load will be lifted, supported, and secured. While web slings for lifting may look similar at first glance, differences in eye configuration, hardware, construction, and hitch compatibility can make one style better suited to […]

With our efforts combined with our LGH Europe’s initiatives, we’re steadily building a multinational company with the capability to expand into many more world markets.

How LGH Maintains the Highest Standards in Rental Fleet Equipment Since opening our U.S. operations in 1990, LGH has taken a strategic, disciplined approach to building and maintaining our rental fleet. At the core of that strategy is a simple principle: consistency and quality across every location. This ensures that no matter where our customers […]

LGH President Tony Fiscelli on the Importance of Lift Safety in the Rental Industry In our industry, lift safety is not optional. It is essential. At LGH, we understand that the equipment we provide is used in some of the most demanding environments in the country, including power plants, refineries, construction sites, manufacturing facilities, and […]