09/23/2021
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
08/18/2021
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.
07/15/2021
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?
06/16/2021
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®.
05/24/2021
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.
04/12/2021
The headroom calculations for that style of lift are straightforward and really only require the knowledge of what is needed and getting the sum of the parts.
03/24/2021
During any lift plan, there are many things that need consideration, from the best piece of equipment to complete the task to the headroom available to complete the lift. Determining how
02/16/2021
As stated in previous blog posts, gantries are some of the most versatile pieces in the rigging industry. While it can make sense to purchase your own gantry, this post explains why many of the largest companies choose to rent rather than own.
01/14/2021
As one of the most used pieces of portable rigging equipment, gantries would be one of the most misused pieces of equipment. Here are seven horrible mistakes made using aluminum gantries.
12/28/2020
One of our most common, and most versatile, rental items is the gantry. Sometimes referred to as a gantry crane or A-frame, the gantry allows you to span a gap