LGH in 2017
12/22/2016
Each new year offers LGH an exciting opportunity to grow and become a bolder company with the same traditional values. Our marching orders for many years have been to continueYear: 2016
4 Quick Tips About the Compression Load Cell
11/23/2016
Manufactured by Straightpoint, the compression load cell is a highly accurate device that is used to measure weight or force in a number of different applications. They can be used to measure compression,
Single-Acting vs. Double-Acting Cylinders
08/26/2016
There’s been some confusion as to how to configure and use either system effectively without causing damage to the equipment, load, or to the user. Some of this confusion results
Get to Know Modulift® Modular Spreader Beams
07/13/2016
Available in a variety of capacities and shapes, Modulift® Modular Spreader Beams are versatile and provide the most ideal solutions when it comes to most lifting requirements. With Lifting Gear
Top 4 Misuses of Beam Trolleys
06/21/2016
The manual push beam trolley is used to move loads horizontally on beams, as well as used as a suspension point. In dealing with beam trolleys, a couple of different
Get to Know the Electric Power Bar
06/10/2016
The electric power bar is designed to push, or skid, loads. They’re most commonly used in conjunction with low-profile dollies, tank rollers, or air skates. Electric power bars are one of the
From the President’s Desk: How LGH Chooses Equipment
05/13/2016
Since LGH opened its US doors in 1990, we’ve always been very strict in regards to the types of products that we stock for our rental fleet. It is very important
How Testing, Certifying Equipment is Done
05/06/2016
When it comes to selecting heavy lifting equipment for an upcoming project, there are a few things that need to be considered. Regardless of whether you choose to rent or
The Difference Between Conventional and Synchronous Pumps
04/01/2016
Safety and efficiency are always the primary concern on a job site, but equipment budget and availability are a huge factor in what tools make it to the table. While
There’s Nothing New Under the Sun
03/24/2016
When people learn about Hydra-Slide skidding systems many comment on how innovative this new technology is, and how it changes the way they think about moving heavy loads, and I