LGH Blog

Industry Insights That Lift Your Business

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.

Explore blog categories including:

  • Product Spotlights: Deep dives into hoists, jacks, beams, and more

  • Project Solutions: Real-world rentals in action, solving complex lifts

  • Rigging Tips & Techniques: Best practices, safety advice, and gear guidance

Bookmark the blog to stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead on your next lift.

Understanding the Basket Hitch

This blog series will focus entirely on some of the uses, benefits, and limitations of the various sling hitches and...

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LGH CMOD spreader frame lift, demonstrating our rigging hardware.

CMOD Spreader Beam: Modular Lifting Frames for Low-Headroom Lifts

Whether you're lifting large, unbalanced loads or working in areas with limited headroom, the CMOD system offers a more compact,...

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An LGH gantry rental lifting and positioning an HVAC system

Best Gantry Crane for Maintenance Work: Steel vs. Aluminum Options

Best Gantry Crane for Maintenance Work: How to Choose the Right Option Maintenance and repair work often requires a lifting...

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Blog post cover graphic about common misuses of chain comealong tools.

Chain Come Along Safety: Common Lever Hoist Misuses to Avoid

Chain Come Along Safety: Common Misuses and How to Prevent Them Chain come alongs, commonly known as lever hoists, are...

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A shelf full of various chain hoists inside the LGH rental center.

Renting Rigging Equipment: How It Saves Time, Money, and Downtime

Renting Rigging Equipment: 5 Ways It Can Help Your Jobsite In the lifting and rigging industry, the equipment you choose...

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Lock Nut Hydraulic Cylinders: Common Mistakes and Best Practices

Lock Nut Hydraulic Cylinders: Common Mistakes and Best Practices Lock nut hydraulic cylinders are used for heavy lifting applications where...

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API 8C: What It Means for Drilling and Production Hoisting Equipment

API 8C: What It Means for Drilling and Production Hoisting Equipment In drilling, production, and oilfield lifting applications, equipment must...

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Pipe lift construction, the crane lifts the pipe segment with wire rope sling.

Wire Rope Sling Inspection: What to Check Before Use

Wire Rope Sling Inspection: What to Check Before Every Lift Wire rope slings are durable, versatile, and built for demanding...

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The 12 Sling Commandments: Essential Rules for Safe Lifting

The 12 Sling Commandments: Essential Rules for Safe Lifting At LGH, safety isn’t just a priority—it drives every lift we...

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Swivel joint and connection with a steel cable when installing the structures outdoor. Rusty Sling With Hook . Hook construction crane with slings near sea.

Why Buying Used Rigging Equipment Can Be Risky

Buying used rigging equipment from an auction or second-hand dealer might seem like a quick way to cut costs. But...

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