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Jobsite Efficiency: Why More Contractors Are Renting Rigging Equipment

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 as a strategic advantage. Renting provides the flexibility, speed, and reliability needed to meet the demands of multi-phase builds, all without the overhead of equipment ownership.

Our Telescoping Forklift Beam on a Data Center jobsite.

Multi-Phase Projects Call for Flexible Equipment Solutions

Data center construction typically happens in stages: site prep, structural steel, interior installation, mechanical integration, and commissioning. Each of these phases can require different types of lifting gear, from low-clearance hoists for confined indoor lifts to modular spreader beams for rooftop HVAC units.

Owning every tool for every phase isn’t practical. By renting instead, contractors can:

  1. Access specialized equipment only when it’s needed

  2. Avoid downtime caused by storing or maintaining gear between phases

  3. Easily rotate tools as project requirements shift

This flexibility not only improves efficiency, it simplifies logistics and helps keep teams focused on the work at hand.

 

Our Modular Spreader Bar and CMOD Frame working on another Data Center Jobsite.

The Top Reasons Contractors Choose to Rent from LGH

1. Adaptability for Any Phase
As your build progresses, so do your lifting needs. Renting lets you change out equipment without the cost or hassle of long-term ownership.

2. Budget Control
Only pay for the gear you need, when you need it. Eliminate the capital expense of purchasing tools that may sit unused between jobs.

3. Equipment That’s Jobsite-Ready
LGH equipment arrives fully certified, maintained, and ready to go. That means no delays from inspections or surprise issues on site.

4. Fewer Delays, More Progress
With our nationwide inventory and rapid delivery capabilities, the right tools are always close by, reducing lead times and keeping your schedule on track.

Our Hydra-Slide XLP Skidding System at work on a Data Center Jobsite.

Matching Equipment to Each Stage of the Build

Because data center construction involves a variety of spaces and structures, it’s essential to use the right equipment for the job. Here are just a few examples of how rental solutions align with common challenges:

  1. Early Phase Installs: Use hydraulic jacks, robot skates, or rol-a-lifts to place switchgear, enclosures, or heavy electrical equipment at floor level

  2. Interior Work in Tight Spaces: Choose hand chain hoists, aluminum gantries, and floor cranes for controlled indoor lifts

  3. Rooftop or Exterior Installs: Rely on modular spreader beams, X-beams, and rigging systems for lifting HVAC units, chillers, and generators

  4. Equipment Movement: Use crazy skates, clamps and trolleys, or SEM hoists to safely navigate around sensitive infrastructure

Renting makes it easy to match your equipment to each task without unnecessary expense or delay.

The Bottom Line: Rent Smarter, Build Faster

Whether you’re constructing a hyperscale data center or upgrading critical IT infrastructure, LGH gives you the tools and support you need to get the job done efficiently. Our rental solutions are built for adaptability, backed by expert reps, and ready to meet the challenges of your next build!

ABOUT LGH

LGH is North America’s largest single organization devoted exclusively to the provision of lifting and moving equipment for rent. LGH holds the most comprehensive inventory for hoisting, rigging, jacking, pulling, material handling, and safety equipment. With over 90,000 pieces, discover your next project solution at RentLGH.com.