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.
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Product Spotlights: Deep dives into hoists, jacks, beams, and more
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Project Solutions: Real-world rentals in action, solving complex lifts
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Rigging Tips & Techniques: Best practices, safety advice, and gear guidance
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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