LGH Blog

This blog series will focus entirely on some of the uses, benefits, and limitations of the various sling hitches and where you would find them in use in the field.

Whether you’re lifting large, unbalanced loads or working in areas with limited headroom, the CMOD system offers a more compact, customizable alternative to traditional beam configurations — without sacrificing stability or safety.

Best Gantry Crane for Maintenance Work: How to Choose the Right Option Maintenance and repair work often requires a lifting solution that can move where the work is happening. Whether crews are removing a motor, replacing an HVAC component, servicing equipment, or working in a facility with limited overhead lifting options, a gantry crane can […]

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 […]

Renting Rigging Equipment: 5 Ways It Can Help Your Jobsite In the lifting and rigging industry, the equipment you choose directly impacts the success of your job. Using the wrong tool, or using poorly maintained equipment, can bring operations to a halt and create costly jobsite risks. While owning gear may make sense for some […]

Lock Nut Hydraulic Cylinders: Common Mistakes and Best Practices Lock nut hydraulic cylinders are used for heavy lifting applications where a load needs to be raised and mechanically held for an extended period. These cylinders are commonly used in bridge work, foundation repairs, heavy equipment lifting, structural support, industrial maintenance, and other projects where controlled […]

API 8C: What It Means for Drilling and Production Hoisting Equipment In drilling, production, and oilfield lifting applications, equipment must be designed, manufactured, tested, and documented for demanding service conditions. That is where API 8C plays an important role. API 8C, also known as API Specification 8C, covers drilling and production hoisting equipment used in […]

Wire Rope Sling Inspection: What to Check Before Every Lift Wire rope slings are durable, versatile, and built for demanding lifting applications. But like any piece of rigging equipment, they can wear, fatigue, corrode, or become damaged over time. That is why wire rope sling inspection is so important. A wire rope sling may not […]

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 […]

Buying used rigging equipment from an auction or second-hand dealer might seem like a quick way to cut costs. But before you make that decision, it’s worth examining what you’re really getting — and the potential risks involved.