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Load Weight Estimation & Area of a Circle Load weight estimation is crucial when rigging or planning a lift. The LGH workshop uses the Journeyman Rigger’s Reference Card panel 6 to help provide a solution for weight estimation. You can refer to this reference card below! Area of a Circle The area of a circle […]
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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 snow Chicago received this past weekend. […]
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Hi, I’m Tony Fiscelli, the President of LGH! I thrive in the fast paced nature of the lifting equipment rental industry, and I enjoy the challenges and decisions I’m faced with daily in business operations.
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The GRIPHOIST can be used as a hoist, a winch, a tensioner, a binder, ratchet, and more. This blog will give you practical application ideas!
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What to Know About the TRACTEL Tempo III One of the most innovative safety products on the project, the Tempo III from TRACTEL® is a temporary horizontal lifeline that’s manufactured to be used by a maximum of three persons. Its simplistic design offers a lightweight solution to temporary horizontal fall-arrest applications. To familiarize yourself […]
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How to Examine Air Chain Hoists When it comes to examining, testing, and re-certifying all types of lifting equipment, each company has their own standards. Such is the case for air chain hoists. Most companies typically follow the American Society of Mechanical Engineers or ASME guidelines, which are utilized to ensure maximum efficiency and safety […]
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When to Use a Hydra-Slide Skidding System Cranes are one of the most common and useful pieces of equipment on any construction site. They are powerful and technologically sophisticated machines; cranes can lift very large and heavy loads to great heights. But what about when you need to move a heavy load horizontally? In many […]
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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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When using the Modulift® CMod 50 modular Spreader Frame, it is essential to closely follow safety guidelines. We’ve put together a few safety tips to help ensure a safe and productive use of the Modulift® system for your next project.
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A quick rigging sling comparison The most commonly used rigging slings for typical lifting projects are standard wire rope slings and polyester slings. Each sling has its pros and cons, but it’s difficult to know which is best for your project. LGH has put together a quick infographic to help illustrate each advantage and disadvantage […]
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