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Air Skates: The Future of Moving Heavy Equipment Moving and positioning heavy equipment doesn’t have to be a tedious or high-risk task. Air skates provide a modern solution to a common problem that transforms heavy lifting into a smooth and efficient process. Whether in manufacturing, warehousing, or maintenance, these innovative tools deliver unmatched benefits. Here’s […]

A pipe roller, also known as a pipe rack roller or rack roller, plays a crucial role in numerous industrial applications. These devices simplify the process of moving and positioning pipes, particularly in environments where heavy-duty support and movement are required.

6 Reasons You Should Use Ekki Jacking Timbers on Your Jobsite Ekki Jacking Timbers are a powerhouse in the world of heavy lifting and jacking. Generally speaking, timber is a common material used when jacking a load. For generations, timber has been used to help construction teams distribute the weight of a load. The Ekki […]

Air winches are essential tools for lifting or pulling loads to specific points with efficiency and safety. Known for their high speed and automatic holding brakes, air winches often outperform other comparable winches in certain applications. However, selecting the right air winch for your project requires careful consideration.

Hydra-Slide’s compact and hand-portable Low Profile Skidding Systems are a safe, simple, and reliable way to move heavy machinery in challenging circumstances.

The Rol-a-Lift is a dolly system that provides a practical solution for moving bulky and hard-to-handle loads.

Electric chain hoists Electric chain hoists, also known as electric chain fall hoists, are common in situations where speed is important. 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 […]

The Tirfor is a portable, powerful, and diverse jobsite tool. For this reason, it’s one of our most popular pieces of equipment at LGH. But how much do you know about this unique piece of equipment? In this blog, we’re covering the basics of the Tractel Group’s Tirfor winch.  What is a Tirfor? A Tirfor, […]

Among the tools you may not know we rent are pallet trucks (aka pallet jacks) and platform carts. An often-overlooked aspect of material handling is how pallets and smaller materials reach the work site when forklifts aren’t an option. Generally used as an “accessory” rental along with other equipment, each of these can be instrumental […]

A turnbuckle is a basic, often overlooked rigging device that may relieve much stress during challenging or critical lifts. Primarily, turnbuckles are used as a means of adjusting a load in cases of offset center-of-gravity. However, they are beneficial for adjusting tension and reducing slack in various tensioning assemblies, from providing tension in a perimeter […]