LGH Blog

With any project, the goal is to complete the lift or move safely and efficiently. Proper rigging training for your crew is an important step in ensuring the project goes off without any complications. Below are just a few do’s and don’ts for safe rigging practices. Do: Ensure all staff that are involved in the […]

The Tirfor is a portable, powerful, and diverse jobsite tool. For this reason, it’s one of our most popular pieces of equipment at LGH. But how much do you know about this unique piece of equipment? In this blog, we’re covering the basics of the Tractel Group’s Tirfor winch.  What is a Tirfor? A Tirfor, […]

With any project, time is one of the most valuable commodities, yet it can be the most difficult to manage. Finding ways to both speed up the project and simultaneously maintain safety reduces labor costs and keeps your project on schedule.   Even though they are primarily associated with scaffolding applications, Beta Max™ electric hoists are more […]

Before You Move: Critical Planning Tips for Rotating Machine Skates What comes to mind when we mention machine skates? If you’re thinking Hillman Rollers (also known as tanks or elephant feet), you’re not alone. These traditional machine skates remain a staple in certain industries where heavy loads simply need to be moved from point A […]

Mixed within LGH’s vast fleet of lifting, jacking, and material handling gear is an array of safety equipment you may want to add to your rental. Among the list are confined space rescue tripods, anchoring products, and self-retracting lifelines, which we will discuss in this blog. Often, there are situations where you can rent these […]

There’s much to be proud of when reflecting on the past year, and we’d like to use this blog to share some of the highlights in a brief end-of-year message to our customers and readers.  Throughout 2022 LGH has continued in a terrific growth pattern while focusing on new markets and territories across North America. […]

As you’ve probably seen by now, LGH has many tools you may not have known we rent. Among them are full lines of material and contractor lifts from Sumner™ and Genie® that are invaluable tools on site. Material lifts can provide a metaphorical extra set of hands, allowing you to set material in place while […]

Confused about lifting eyebolt standards? You’re in the right place! In this blog, we’re breaking down what a lifting eyebolt is, as well as the governing standards for eyebolts used in rigging operations. What is a rigging & lifting eyebolt? A rigging lifting eyebolt is a vital piece of hardware in lifting and rigging operations. […]

This time of year has a natural tendency to make people stop and reflect upon the things they are thankful for. Of course, LGH, our employees, and our customers are always on my list of gratitudes at Thanksgiving. From beginning in 1990 with just 3 employees in a 5,000 square foot warehouse to now having […]

“Never Saddle a Dead Horse”: Explained   It’s a familiar-sounding phrase, but what does “never saddle a dead horse” mean? The phrase is a rhetorical device that relates to wire rope. Wire rope is an exceptionally versatile tool for heavy hoisting and pulling applications. With its high tensile strength, light weight, and flexibility, wire rope […]