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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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Tools You May Not Know We Rent: LGH Tri-Link

Continuing from where we left off in our previous installment, the tri-link is a very versatile tool that allows the legs of multiple slings to be equalized, but can also be used in other, more imaginative ways. When used with multiple slings, the tri-link balances the forces within the legs to keep the load stable […]

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ICYDK: OSHA Withdraws COVID-19 ETS

As research develops and new information is continually uncovered, the guidelines and policies regarding COVID-19 continue to evolve, and it can be hard to keep up. If you’ve been hearing a blur of information about 100 employees, vaccine mandates, OSHA, and SCOTUS, but you haven’t been able to follow along, keep reading for a summary […]

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Tools You May Not Know We Rent: Concrete Barrier Grabs

The phrase “there’s more than one way to crack an egg” applies relatively well in the rigging world. With every lift, there are multiple methods that can be utilized to complete the move. Determining the best tool for the job can come down to analyzing the available space, lifting points (or lack thereof), composition of […]

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Reflecting on 2021: A Note from LGH USA President

Reflecting on this past year, there is a lot to be proud of and still room for growth. As a nation, we’ve been through a great deal since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic back in March 2020. As a company, we’ve weathered through everything from total shutdowns to heightened restrictions in every area we […]

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Synchronous Jacking – Different Tools for the Job

Synchronous Jacking Options – Which System is Most Precise? Synchronous jacking is a simple concept in nature: raising an object or structure at the same time to avoid causing damage or failure. There are several methods to achieve varying levels of synchronization. The key is determining the degree of precision necessitated by the project. Simple […]

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Shackles, Swivel Hoist Rings and Eyebolts. What to Use and When.

When it comes to rigging hardware, is one choice greater than another? In what situations are shackles not the right option? If your only readily available lifting beam would place angular forces on the lifting point, are eye bolts viable? In selecting hardware for your lift, the project or lift plan tend to dictate the […]

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Advantages of Lever Hoists and How They Work

What are the advantages of lever hoists and when should you use them? With the versatility of chain come-a-longs and griphoists, you may be able to save a job where standard hand chain hoists are not an option. Take a deeper look at some practical applications and what sets lever hoists apart.

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When is the Right Time to Use Air Skates?

When making a mechanical move, air skates can provide a great alternative to decrease the force required to make the move. But when is the right time to use them?

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What Do You Know About Material Lifts?

Among the lifting equipment in LGH’s fleet, some of the more under-utilized pieces of equipment are the material lifts from Sumner™ and Genie®.

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Electrical Cords: Size Does Matter

Today, we will focus our attention on the most commonly overlooked issue facing electric-powered devices and can discuss requirements and common issues on air-powered equipment at a later date.

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