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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.

Your Guide to Understanding Qualified Rigger Requirements

Rigger Requirements: What Makes a Qualified Rigger? Safe lifting starts long before the load leaves the ground. Every lift requires...

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Product picture of a griphoist cable lever hoist from LGH.

Griphoist: How It Works, Features, and Common Applications

Griphoist: How It Works, Features, and Common Applications A Griphoist is a portable manual wire rope hoist used for lifting,...

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An LGH collector ring below-the-hook lifting device, lifting a heavy circular tank.

Collector Ring: Circular Load Lifting Device for Round Structures

Collector Ring: A Circular Load Lifting Device for Round Structures   One of the most specialized tools in the LGH...

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Blog graphic, explaining how to find the center of gravity.

Don’t Guess, Calculate! Center of Gravity Essentials for Rigging Pros

Here’s How to Get the Correct Center of Gravity of a Load What is Center of Gravity? By definition, the...

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5 Rules You Should Know About Rigging Safety

5 Rigging Safety Rules Rigging is a common operation on many job sites, but it’s also a dangerous business if...

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Tools You May Not Know We Rent: LGH Tri‑Link Rigging Sling Triangle Plate

How a Rigging Triangle Plate Enhances Balance, Reduces Tension, and Saves Headroom Continuing from our ongoing series, the LGH Tri-Link...

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Jersey Barrier Lifting Clamp: A Better Way to Move Concrete Barriers

Jersey Barrier Lifting Clamp: A Better Way to Move Concrete Barriers In the rigging world, there is rarely one right...

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Reflecting on 2021: A Note from LGH USA President

Reflecting on this past year, there is a lot to be proud of and still room for growth. As a...

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Synchronized Lifting Systems: Choosing the Right Jacking Setup

Synchronized Lifting Systems: Choosing the Right Jacking Setup Synchronized lifting is the process of raising a load, structure, or piece...

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Shackles, Swivel Hoist Rings, and Eyebolts: When to Use Rigging Hardware

Shackles, Swivel Hoist Rings, and Eyebolts: When to Use Rigging Hardware When it comes to rigging hardware, is one choice...

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