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What Thanksgiving 2015 Means to LGH Every year just before Thanksgiving, I try and reflect on some of the things I should be thankful for from this past year. Thanksgiving is always a busy time for many people and not to mention, it appears we’re going to have a “white” Thanksgiving from all of the […]
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Air Chain Hoist Inspection: How LGH Tests and Certifies Hoists Air chain hoists are built for demanding lifting applications, but like any lifting equipment, they need proper inspection, testing, and maintenance before use. For rental equipment, that process is especially important because each hoist may return from a different jobsite, application, and work environment. At […]
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When to Use a Skidding System Instead of a Crane Cranes are essential on many construction and industrial jobsites, but not every heavy load needs to be lifted through the air. When a load must move horizontally, especially in a tight space or under limited headroom, a hydraulic skidding system may be a better fit. […]
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A successful project means you planned carefully, estimated accordingly, and chose the right equipment for the job. When using the Maxial Track Hoist from BETA MAX for certain applications, there are a few things to consider first.
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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 […]
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Air Winch vs. Electric Winch: Which One Should You Use? Choosing between an air winch and an electric winch depends on the load, jobsite conditions, available power source, required line speed, duty cycle, and available space. Both winch types can help lift, pull, or position loads, but they are not interchangeable in every application. An […]
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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.
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In this demonstration video from LGH, current and potential users of the Enerpac Synchronous Lift System can view its proper installation and gain some troubleshooting tips to resolve common issues.
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Which is more stable- a 4 leg bar stool or 3 leg? You can ask the same question about a 4 leg or 3 leg bridle sling.
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Why Renting Lifting Equipment with LGH Just Makes Sense Planning a construction project while keeping costs under control is challenging enough. Add in the expenses of buying, storing, and maintaining equipment — and suddenly your “tools” become liabilities. That’s why renting your lifting and rigging gear from LGH isn’t just convenient — it’s smart business. […]
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