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Equipment failure can cause catastrophic damage, including injury and even death. At LGH, we test and certify every single piece...
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Conventional vs Synchronous Pumps: What’s the Difference? Conventional and Synchronous Pumps are commonly found on any jobsite that requires jacking...
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When people learn about Hydra-Slide skidding systems many comment on how innovative this new technology is, and how it changes...
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Desighed for simplicity, the Hydra-Slide provides one of the most cost-effective and accurate methods for moving, loading and unloading all...
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In the Heavy Transport and Rigging world, all types of equipment are necessary – gantries, skid steers, transporters, cranes… the...
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Upon graduating from the University of Waterloo in 1977 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, I started working full-time at...
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Overall, safety in our industry is the most important part of our business and yours. Our type of rental equipment...
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Frying Pan Tower uses BETA MAX Leo Hoist for Restoration Frying Pan Tower is a Coast Guard Light Station...
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Never get complacent or lax in following operating and hoist safety procedures. Almost two-thirds of accidents, 74 percent, happen during...
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Every year around this time, I always reflect on the past 12 months and mentally prepare myself for the upcoming...
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