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Industry Insights That Lift Your Business

The LGH blog is your resource hub for all things lifting and rigging—from hands-on how-tos to behind-the-scenes project wins. Whether you’re searching for technical guidance, equipment tips, or real-world success stories, you’ll find valuable insights across every category.

This is where expertise meets application—written by the LGH team for the field teams that count on us.

Explore blog categories including:

  • Product Spotlights: Deep dives into hoists, jacks, beams, and more

  • Project Solutions: Real-world rentals in action, solving complex lifts

  • Rigging Tips & Techniques: Best practices, safety advice, and gear guidance

Bookmark the blog to stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead on your next lift.

Product picture of a Lindapter Flush Beam Clamp rental from LGH.

Lindapter Beam Clamps: Type FC Flush Clamp from LGH

Lindapter Beam Clamps: Type FC Flush Clamp from LGH   Lindapter beam clamps give crews a simple way to connect steel sections without drilling, welding, or permanently modifying the beam. For temporary rigging, lifting, and material handling setups, this can be useful when an existing structure needs to remain unchanged. LGH rents the Lindapter Type […]

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Jack and Slide: A Smart Solution for Tight-Space Heavy Moves

Our Hydra-Slide Skidding System can get where cranes can’t. Using a heavy track skidding system is a great alternative to using a crane when challenges arise.

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Understanding Wire Rope Lifting Slings

Wire rope is an integral tool in any rigger’s toolbox. As prevalent as wire rope is, how well do you really know one of the most commonly used slings? Click here to find out.

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A Look Back At 2018 With Our Eyes Focused On What’s To Come

The start of a new year is upon us, allowing us to take a moment and look back at everything we’ve accomplished over the last year as well as evaluating which areas we can improve both as individuals and as a company.

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Understanding the Sling Choker Hitch

All About Rigging Slings: Choker Hitch In the previous installment of our sling series, we covered the basket hitch. We shared how the rated capacity is double what is listed on the sling tag when utilized in a true basket setting. In this second installment, we will take a closer look at a choker hitch […]

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Understanding the Basket Hitch

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.

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LGH CMOD spreader frame lift, demonstrating our rigging hardware.

CMOD Spreader Beam: Modular Lifting Frames for Low-Headroom Lifts

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.

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An LGH gantry rental lifting and positioning an HVAC system

Best Gantry Crane for Maintenance Work: Steel vs. Aluminum Options

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 […]

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Blog post cover graphic about common misuses of chain comealong tools.

Chain Come Along Safety: Common Lever Hoist Misuses to Avoid

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 […]

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How Renting Rigging Equipment from LGH Saves You Time, Money, and Downtime

How Renting Rigging Equipment from LGH Saves You Time, Money, and Downtime In the lifting and rigging industry, the equipment you choose directly impacts the success of your job. Using the wrong tool—or using a poorly maintained one—can bring operations to a halt or, worse, result in costly or dangerous consequences. While some believe owning […]

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