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LGH Newsletter: May 2026

LGH Newsletter: May 2026

Pickleball, Promotions, & Premium Gear For Your Projects

 

Hey there,

At LGH, we’re always impressed by the work our customers are making happen across infrastructure, construction, energy — you name it.

With Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer, jobsites are in full swing, and there are many moving parts. We know you’re busy. With that in mind, our newsletter is a snapshot of anything you may have missed at LGH in May.

LGH Announces Great Plains Region

In case you missed it, we’re expanding our coverage in states including Wyoming, New Mexico, Nebraska, and Kansas by establishing the Great Plains Region. To support this change, Ryan Hooper has been promoted to Regional Rental Manager – Great Plains.

LGH North America Great Plains region map

A more focused regional structure allows us to enhance coverage and enable quicker, more consistent support for both our customers and our sales team. The LGH team is eager to elevate your projects in the Great Plains region and beyond!

See more: New Great Plains Region

The World Cup is Coming to New York

Matches are set to take place less than a mile from our New York City rental center. Due to anticipated road closures and security protocols, our NYC shop will make NO outbound deliveries or pickups on the dates listed below. The shop will be open, and the team will be present to build orders and handle any customer pickups at the New Jersey rental center.

  • Tuesday, June 16, 2026
  • Monday, June 22, 2026
  • Thursday, June 25, 2026
  • Tuesday, June 30, 2026

We encourage our customers to arrange for delivery to the job site prior to these dates to ensure the equipment is available when you need it. Our reps will work with you to ensure minimal to no interruptions to your jobs.

Boosting Support Across the Country

Earlier this month, LGH was a sponsor for the SNARSCA Pickleball Fundraiser in Las Vegas. We’re proud to have been part of a fun and meaningful event, helping raise money for the next generation of HVAC/R professionals.

LGH sponsored the SNARSCA Pickleball Fundraiser

LGH is committed to enhancing our services across the country. Recently, we provided additional in-house training on products and equipment for our employees in Dallas. We have also installed a new overhead bridge system in Pittsburgh to help maintain our premium rental equipment.

new overhead bridge system at the LGH Pittsburgh rental center

LGH From the Field: Vic’s Crane Coal Stacker Puts Hand Chain Hoists to the Test

LGH supplied hand chain hoists to Vic's crane coal stacker

LGH recently provided Vic’s Crane with hand chain hoists to use with a coal stacker at an energy facility in Minnesota.

Hand chain hoists are ideal for environments with limited or impractical power sources and are highly versatile on-site, as demonstrated in the scenario pictured. The hoists in LGH’s rental fleet are built for smooth operation, with capacities ranging from 1 ton to 50 tons. Learn more about hand chain hoists or get a quote today.

Learn more: Hand Chain Hoists

New LGH Blog Post: 6 Key Factors for Choosing a Rigging and Lifting Equipment Rental Supplier

LGH rental center lifting and rigging equipment in storage between rentals

Choosing the wrong rigging rental supplier can lead to safety risks and project setbacks. With many providers available, how do you go about determining which one is right for your project?

This blog post breaks down the key factors to consider when selecting a rigging and lifting rental partner so you can make the most informed decision.

Read the blog: Choosing a Rental Supplier

LGH YouTube Video: Web Sling vs. Endless Round Sling vs. Wire Rope Sling

How do you decide which type of sling is best for your next job? In this Product Comparison series video, LGH North East Regional Rental Manager Jason Rios describes the main differences among web, round, and wire rope slings. Watch this video or explore our YouTube channel to find troubleshooting tips, how-to videos, and more.

LGH Customer Testimonial

“LGH was extremely helpful in quickly setting up an account in order to get rental equipment the same day. Without their help, my project would have been delayed. For this reason, I look forward to working with LGH in the future.” 

Phillips Heavy Inc.

Knoxville, TN