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Chain Come Along Safety: Common Misuses and How to Prevent Them Chain come alongs, commonly known as lever hoists, are among the most versatile lifting and pulling tools used across construction, maintenance, industrial, and mechanical projects. Their compact design, precise load control, and ability to perform horizontal, vertical, or angled pulls make them an essential […]

Avoid Costly Damage: A Guide to Proper Lock Nut Ram Use Hydraulic lock nut rams are a powerful and versatile tool used across a variety of heavy-lifting applications — from raising bridges and concrete foundations to lifting heavy equipment for extended periods. But with that versatility comes the need for proper use and care, especially […]

The 12 Sling Commandments: Essential Rules for Safe Lifting At LGH, safety isn’t just a priority—it drives every lift we support. Whether you’re rigging up a round sling or moving critical loads with synthetic or wire rope slings, following the fundamentals matters. The lifting sling you choose—and how you use it—can make or break the […]

As with any type of equipment, there are standard practices to adhere to before you begin using chain hoists. Understanding basic hoist operating practices can help keep workers safe and limit equipment issues. In order to effectively utilize your hoisting equipment, ensure your safety, and maximize its full operating potential, make sure to follow the […]

Learn how to use an air filter dryer system to protect your air compressor, prevent moisture buildup, and keep your pneumatic tools running efficiently.

Here are a few quick tips on how to use the compression load cell properly on your next lift.

Never get complacent or lax in following operating and hoist safety procedures. Almost two-thirds of accidents, 74 percent, happen during routine operations!

Load Weight Formula: How to Estimate Load Weight for Lifting Before any lift begins, crews need to understand what they are lifting. Estimating the weight of a load is one of the first steps in lift planning because load weight affects the crane, hoist, rigging hardware, sling selection, load monitoring equipment, and overall lifting method. […]

Rigging Slings: Wire Rope Slings vs. Polyester Round Slings Choosing the right rigging slings is an important part of planning a safe and efficient lift. Two of the most common sling options are wire rope slings and polyester round slings. Both are used across construction, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, shipping, infrastructure, and heavy lifting applications, but […]

Shock loading refers to the sudden and forceful application of a heavy weight onto a weighing balance or scale. When shock loading occurs in a rigging operation, the results can be devastating.