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.

The Hydra-Slide HT500 heavy-duty skidding system rental from LGH on a jobsite.

When to Use a Skidding System Instead of a Crane

When to Use a Skidding System Instead of a Crane Cranes are essential on many construction and industrial jobsites, but...

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Jobsite photo of the Maxial Track Hoist system rental from LGH.

Scaffolding Hoist System: the Beta Max Maxial Track Hoist

A successful project means you planned carefully, estimated accordingly, and chose the right equipment for the job. When using the...

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Construction workers attaching a large polyester round rigging sling to a shackle from LGH.

Rigging Slings: Wire Rope Slings vs. Polyester Round Slings

Rigging Slings: Wire Rope Slings vs. Polyester Round Slings Choosing the right rigging slings is an important part of planning...

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Product picture of an air winch rental from LGH.

Air Winch vs. Electric Winch: Which One Should You Use?

Air Winch vs. Electric Winch: Which One Should You Use? Choosing between an air winch and an electric winch depends...

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Shock Loading in Rigging: What It Is and How to Prevent It

Shock loading refers to the sudden and forceful application of a heavy weight onto a weighing balance or scale. When...

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How to Use a Synchronous Lifting System: Enerpac Demo

In this demonstration video from LGH, current and potential users of the Enerpac Synchronous Lift System can view its proper...

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The Stability of 3 Legs vs 4 Legs

Which is more stable- a 4 leg bar stool or 3 leg? You can ask the same question about a...

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An LGH telescopic forklift beam on a data center project in Minnesota.

Renting Lifting Equipment: 12 Benefits for Contractors

Renting Lifting Equipment: 12 Benefits for Contractors Renting lifting equipment can help contractors access the right hoists, beams, rigging gear,...

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An LGH gantry rental lifting and positioning an HVAC system

HVAC Lifting Equipment: Rental Solutions for Commercial HVAC Projects

HVAC Lifting Equipment for Maintenance, Repair, and Installation HVAC lifting equipment helps commercial contractors lift, position, remove, and install heavy...

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