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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.

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

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Tools You May Not Know We Rent: Rol-A-Lifts

Moving bulky, hard-to-handle box shaped loads can potentially cause trouble on your jobsite. Rol-A-Lifts – occasionally called refrigerator dollies – can provide a safe method of moving both awkward loads as well as sensitive equipment. With a variety of different lift heights and capacities available, Rol-A-Lifts are a versatile option that provides stability and reliability. […]

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Product picture of a Simplex 5-ton 85A model mechanical ratchet jack rental from LGH.

Mechanical Jacks: Simplex Ratchet, Reel, and Super Jack Options

Mechanical Jacks: Simplex Ratchet, Reel, and Super Jack Options from LGH Mechanical jacks can be a practical solution when crews need controlled lifting, positioning, holding, or reel support without relying on hydraulic pumps and hoses. While hydraulic pancake jacks are often used for very low-clearance lifting, mechanical jacks may provide greater lift height, simple operation, […]

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3 Ways LGH Maximizes Safety with Every Rental

In 1996, the National Safety Council (NSC) declared June National Safety Month in the United States. Their goal was to decrease the number of unintentional injuries and deaths in homes and workplaces by increasing awareness of leading safety and health risks. Since then, June has become a time for many industries to reflect on workplace […]

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Product picture of a 2.5-ton Harrington SNERM electric chain hoist with motorized trolley rental from LGH, hanging inside of the LGH rental center.

Electric Chain Hoist with Motorized Trolley: Harrington Models from LGH

Electric Chain Hoist with Motorized Trolley: Harrington Models from LGH An electric chain hoist with motorized trolley gives crews the ability to lift a load and move it along a beam using powered equipment. Instead of pairing a separate electric chain hoist with a push trolley or geared trolley, these units combine a Harrington electric […]

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Riggers rigging up a load on a jobsite in safety gear.

4 Common Rigging Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

This post will walk you through four of the most common mistakes seen during rigging operations and guide you on how to avoid them during your next lift.

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Heavy-Duty Skidding System: Hydra-Slide HT500 from LGH

Heavy Duty Skidding System: Hydra-Slide HT500 from LGH When a project involves moving an exceptionally heavy load, the first question is often, “What size crane do we need?” In many situations, a crane is the right answer. But when overhead clearance is limited, space is restricted, or the load needs to stay close to the […]

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Rigging Qualification vs. Rigging Certification: What You Should Know

What is the difference between rigger qualification and certification? Last month, we covered the Latest Qualified Rigger Standards according to the new ASME B30.5 standard. If you missed it, you can read our blog about rigger standards here. Something we didn’t cover, however, is the difference between rigging qualification and rigging certification according to OSHA and […]

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a couple of construction workers dressed in safety gear push a hydraulic floor portable crane

Portable Floor Crane: Hydraulic Crane Hoist Rental from LGH

Portable Floor Crane: Hydraulic Crane Hoist Rental from LGH When space is limited but heavy lifting still needs to happen, a portable floor crane can give crews the lifting capacity, reach, and maneuverability they need. These compact cranes are useful in workshops, factories, warehouses, maintenance areas, healthcare facilities, construction sites, and other tight or awkward […]

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OSHA Heat Program: What Employers Need to Know About the National Emphasis Program

OSHA Heat Program: What Employers Need to Know About the National Emphasis Program For the first time in its history, OSHA has implemented a National Emphasis Program (NEP) focused solely on protecting workers from heat-related illnesses. This OSHA heat program introduces new enforcement protocols, enabling the agency to inspect high-risk workplaces before a single injury […]

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Hydraulic Gantry Crane: Compact Lifting for Heavy Equipment

Explore the Power of a Mobile Hydraulic Gantry Crane System for Heavy Lifts When heavy equipment needs to be lifted in a tight, sensitive, or low-headroom environment, traditional lifting methods are not always practical. Cranes may require too much access or setup space, while standard gantries may not provide the lifting height, mobility, or control […]

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