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

  • 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.

A Few Considerations When Selecting Your Next Air Winch

Air winches are used to pull or lift a load to a specific point. They have automatic holding brakes and...

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A Guide To Standard Web Sling Types

There’s a variety of web sling types and it’s not always clear which one you’re going to need for your...

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End of Year Review from President Tony Fiscelli

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LGH in 2017

Each new year offers LGH an exciting opportunity to grow and become a bolder company with the same traditional values....

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4 Quick Tips About the Compression Load Cell

Manufactured by Straightpoint, the compression load cell is a highly accurate device that is used to measure weight or force in a number...

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Single-Acting vs. Double-Acting Cylinders

There’s been some confusion as to how to configure and use either system effectively without causing damage to the equipment,...

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Get to Know Modulift® Modular Spreader Beams

Available in a variety of capacities and shapes, Modulift® Modular Spreader Beams are versatile and provide the most ideal solutions...

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Top 4 Misuses of Beam Trolleys

The manual push beam trolley is used to move loads horizontally on beams, as well as used as a suspension...

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Get to Know the Electric Power Bar

The electric power bar is designed to push, or skid, loads. They’re most commonly used in conjunction with low-profile dollies, tank rollers,...

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From the President’s Desk: How LGH Chooses Equipment

Since LGH opened its US doors in 1990, we’ve always been very strict in regards to the types of products...

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