LGH Blog

Category: Product Spotlight

Air skates from LGH moving heavy equipment

5 Reasons Air Skates Are a Game Changer for Heavy Lifting

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 […]

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1 ton beam clamp pipe rollers from LGH being used on a jobsite.

What Is a Pipe Roller—and Why Are They Helpful?

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.

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6 Reasons You Should Use Ekki Jacking Timbers on Your Jobsite

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 […]

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Air winch conveyor belt splicing

Choosing the Right Air Winch

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.

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Machinery Moving with Jack and Slide

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.

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Maximizing Efficiency with the Right Lifting Beams

Maximizing Efficiency with the Right Lifting Beams In the world of material handling and heavy lifting, using the right equipment is crucial for ensuring safety, efficiency, and productivity. Lifting beams play a vital role in various industries, offering stable and secure lifting solutions for loads of different shapes, sizes, and weights. These indispensable tools provide […]

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LGH rol-a-lift heavy duty material handling dolly

What is a Rol-a-Lift?

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

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Get the Lowdown on Digital Load Links

What are Digital Load Links all about? How can they make your lift safer? Read this blog to find out!

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Harrington 2 ton electric chain hoist from LGH

A Beginner’s Guide to Electric Chain Hoists

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 […]

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Product picture of a griphoist cable lever hoist from LGH.

What Do You Know About the Tirfor?

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, […]

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