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Construction and Infrastructure Lifting Solutions for Funding Freezes Amidst funding freezes, LGH is your trusted partner to find lift solutions for any unforeseen changes.   Imagine this: your lift plan got the green light, lifting and rigging equipment is mobilized, the crew is hard at work—then funding freezes. You may not have to stretch your […]

What Is a Rigging Lift Plan? A Practical Guide to Safer, More Predictable Lifts Every successful heavy lift begins long before the crane arrives on site. A properly developed rigging lift plan helps contractors, rigging teams, and project managers understand exactly how a load will be lifted, rigged, and positioned before work begins. This reduces […]

Essential Rigging Equipment for Elevator Projects with Limited Access In elevator and escalator work, the toughest part often isn’t the installation, it’s getting the equipment into position. Machine rooms buried inside buildings, narrow hallways, tight shafts, low headroom, and restricted access routes make rigging one of the most challenging aspects of any modernization or replacement […]

The Hidden Details That Make or Break a Crane Lift A crane lift may not take long onsite, but the planning behind it can take weeks. Every successful pick depends on the decisions made long before the crane ever arrives on site. When the details are overlooked, delays pile up, risks increase, and crews are […]

The Proven Equipment Crane Crews Rely on for Safe, Efficient Lifts   Crane companies handle some of the most demanding and mission-critical lifts in construction and industrial environments. Whether placing multi-ton machinery inside a facility with tight overhead clearance, or navigating congested jobsite conditions with millimeters to spare, crane operators and rigging crews are constantly […]

Overcoming Tight Clearances With The Right Lifting Equipment   As the demand for data storage grows, data center construction continues to boom across the U.S. These facilities are critical to powering everything from cloud computing to AI, and contractors are tasked with building them at an unprecedented pace. But one of the biggest challenges in […]

Stay on schedule with the right gear, right when you need it. In today’s high-demand construction environment, especially in the data center sector, jobsite efficiency is more important than ever. These projects are complex, fast-moving, and highly technical, with no room for delays or guesswork. That’s why more contractors are turning to rigging equipment rentals […]

Proximity, Planning, Performance: Three P’s that Spell Success in the Rental Market The pressure to deliver projects on time and within budget has never been more acute across North America’s construction landscape. As timelines tighten, labor shortages deepen, and regulations grow more complex, contractors and project managers are rethinking every aspect of the build—including the […]

How a Simple Daily Check Can Prevent Costly Mistakes and Keep Your Job Site Secure Polyester Round Slings are among the most commonly used rigging tools on any job site. Their high strength and versatility make them indispensable for nearly any lifting operation. However, ensuring their safety and longevity requires proper inspection before each use […]

Avoid These Common Mistakes to Keep Your Beam Trolley Safe and Efficient   A beam trolley hoist is an essential tool for moving loads horizontally on beams and serving as a suspension point for lifting equipment. However, improper use of beam trolleys can lead to safety hazards, equipment damage, and costly repairs. To ensure longevity […]