Modular spreader beams are an essential piece of equipment when you need to lift and transport extremely heavy loads!
Typically, slings are the go-to solution to lift loads and equipment. However, when doing so, additional horizontal forces are placed on the sling because its angles are less than 90-degrees. These added forced place stress to the weight that’s being lifted and therefore requires a larger lifting force to safely lift and transport the load.
Modular spreader beams are an excellent bit of kit, as they completely eliminate these horizontal forces by creating a mainly compressive force which is distributed across the lugs that are attached to the load. This allows the spreader beam to carry a great deal of weight compared to its size.
Here are at SafetyLiftinGear, we stock a wide range of modular spreader beams that can lift loads of up to 70 tonnes and are adjustable in length, making them an extremely versatile piece of equipment that can be used for a variety of lifting applications.
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Now, we know that purchasing a spreader beam for a lifting job can be a huge investment and as a result, not a viable option for many. Therefore, in order for our range of spreader beams to be more accessible, we offer an easy-to-use rental service that allows organisations and individuals to hire any of our spreader beams for any desired amount of time. So, whether you need a spreader beam for a one-off job or can’t commit to a full purchase, our hire service is the perfect thing for you.
To begin your rental enquiry, follow these simple steps:
Yes, it’s really that simple! A member of our sales team will shortly contact you once your enquiry has been received to provide a quote for your rental period. We offer extremely competitive hire rates to ensure a cost-effective means for your business.
For more information on our modular spreader beam hire service, be sure to get in touch with a member of our sales team today by calling 0117 9381 600 or emailing sales@safetyliftingear.com, we’d be more than happy to help.
Ladders, ladders and more ladders. SafetyLiftinGear are exciting to announce our brand-new collection of premium Little Giant Ladders!
Little Giant Ladder Systems is one of the biggest online ladder suppliers in the world, having created and provided the very best ladder products and exceptional customer service to consumers for more than 10 years. In the 1970s, Harold ‘Hal’ Wing developed what we now know as the strongest, safest and most versatile ladder in the world – the Little Giant Ladder System. The professional-grade, multi-use ladder system was able to be set up in 24 different positions, quickly becoming the most famous ladder in the world. Since then, more ladders have been produced, serving a variety of purposed and functions to allow a range of tasks and applications to be completed efficiently and safely. And now, you can buy one of these outstanding ladder products right here at SafetyLiftinGear – expanding our already extensive range of ladders that are available.
Here is a selection of the Little Giant Ladders that you can purchase with us today:
These Little Giant Safety Steps offer users a unique combination of strength and simplicity – featuring fantastic slip-resistant steps that provide unrivalled comfort and stability. These safety steps have been manufactured with superior, lightweight aerospace-grade aluminium, providing easy transportation and outstanding longevity. Its slim storage depth of just 12cm allows you to store these steps just about anywhere, perfect for loading in the van to take to your next job or keeping in the cupboard ready for when you need them. Engineered for professional and industrial use, the Safety Step can withstand up to 150kg on each step, demonstrating its robustness.
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These Little Giant Velocity Multi-Purpose Ladders incorporates the latest advances in ladder technology, making them lighter, faster and much easier to use, all without sacrificing the strength, stability and versatility that consumers have come to know and love with the original Little Giant Classic Ladder. Thanks to the new spring-assisted Rapid Lock adjustments, you are now able to set up and adjust the Velocity ladder in seconds! Simply twist the lock to release, adjust the ladder into your desired position then twist the lock back to secure. The patented double-lock hinge and telescoping sides make this a truly multi-use ladder that can be used in a variety of unique combinations!
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Little Giant Ladder’s HyperLite™ SumoStance® is the only extension ladder in the world with Little Giant’s patented SumoStance levelling outrigger system, which more than doubles the ladder’s base width and increases side-tip stability. This extension ladder’s intuitive safety features enable a safe, stable set up for a variety of operations on almost any surface. As a result of their premium manufacture, these extension ladders are lighter than any other manufacturer’s lightest extension ladders, allow easy transportation.
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A roofing company boss has been sentenced to jail after one of his builders fell 30ft to his death whilst working on a £7 million home in Kensington.
The owner of G&L Scaffolding and Roofing, Kevin Leathers, 41, had “flagrantly ignored” safety warnings when father-of-five Jon Currie, 36, was not wearing a harness when he fell, leading to “catastrophic brain damage” and ultimately his death in July 2017.
The experienced scaffolder lost his footing while taking down a temporary roof of corrugated iron panels. Leather pleaded guilty to failing to ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees and was eventually jailed for eight months, having been previously warned about his employees working in dangerous conditions.
Prosecutors stated that Leathers had been sent a letter reminding him of strict health and safety requirements and that his working practices were “unsafe” when his crew were spotted working without safety harnesses. When Mr Currie fell, he and another worker were again not wearing safety harnesses and no risk assessment had been carried out to identify potential dangers. Curries was also not qualified for the job that he was doing that day. Prosecutor stated that Leathers “failed to exercise his duty of care and as a result, Jon Currie died while working for him. Leathers intentionally breached or flagrantly ignored the law.”
Passing sentence, Judge Joanna QC said “after the letter in April, Leather could not have been warned in clearer terms about the dangers of the activities undertaken. He failed to take appropriate steps. If death results from such failures you must expect to receive an immediate prisons sentence.”
Leather was charged with manslaughter by gross negligence after Curries fell working on an extension to a double-storey basement.
This is another example of the extreme dangers faced when work is carried without the required equipment. Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we provide quality, effective height safety equipment including harnesses, lanyard and fall arrest blocks that assure your safety when working at all heights. You can browse our range below!
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For more information on our height safety equipment or to speak to one of our experts about any of our products, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us today by calling 0117 9381 600 or emailing sales@safetyliftingear.com.
Industrial lifting clamps are used by many organisations across a variety of industries such as construction, engineering and shipping for a range of different applications. The type of lifting clamp used, however, will depend entirely on the nature and needs of the lifting operation. Here, we take a look at the different types of industrial lifting clamps available at SafetyLiftinGear and where you are likely to use them.
These clamps represent the additional types of clamps that you are likely to find being used across industries for very specific lifting operations:
All of the above clamps are available to purchase or hire directly from SafetyLiftinGear. Depending on your lifting application, our range of clamps can be modified to suit your exact lifting requirements, ensuring your tasks are completed in the safest and most efficient way possible.
For more information on our collection of lifting clamps, be sure to contact us today by calling 0117 9381 600 or emailing sales@safetyliftingear.com.
Over the past couple of weeks, the team here at SafetyLiftinGear have been working hard behind the scenes to bring to you our improved collection of cable handling products!
We know and understand how difficult it can be to handle cable if you’re not adequately equipped. In such circumstances, having the right equipment can make your lifting and transporting operations a lot safer and more efficient. That is why we strived to extend and improve our cable handling range to include new and improved products.
However, as a result of there being so many types of cable handling products available, it can be difficult to know exactly what you need to help complete your specific lifting application. To help you out and to show you what we have to offer at SLG, here is a selection of cable handling products that could come in handy when you’re at work.
Versatile and lightweight, cable drum jacks are an essential piece of equipment needed to keep your cable tidy. Cable drum jacks can be adjusted quickly to accommodate a wide range of cable drums and are commonly fitted with wheels in order for them to be moved around with little to no effort. These are best used as supports for cable drum spindles.
Heavy-duty pieces of equipment, cable drum rotators are often welded with steel sealed bearings, with one fixed and one adjustable diablo control allowing you to rotate the drum of your winch and wind in the cable with ease.
Sub duct pulling eyes, also commonly referred to as carrots within the lifting industry, come with a clevis pin and an eye at the opposite end to attach or draw rope through. These are often tapered and threaded to cover a particular length of sub duct and come in two types; PE1 and PE2. PE1 sub duct pulling eyes are suitable for a sub duct range of 24-29mm, whereas PE2 has a larger range of 29-37mm.
Sometimes referred to as cable stockings and cable socks, cable stockings are an incredibly efficient way to support or pull a variety of cables. Cable grips are manufactured from high tensile galvanised steel wire, providing them with increased levels of strength. Sometimes they’re even manufactured using stainless steel and Kevlar when operations are conducted in extreme condition or when an even stronger pull is needed.
Conduit rods are a suitable, efficient method of installing draw ropes and winch ropes into ducts, making them an ideal piece of equipment for cable pulling operations. Conduit rods are often manufactured with glass-fibre reinforced epoxy rods, with an outer polyethene coating which provides fantastic adhesion properties. Conduit rods also benefit from excellent levels of elasticity which makes them perfectly suited for any duct installation. Conduit rods are available on either a free-standing frame or on a mobile frame for larger rods.
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For more information on our collection of cable handling products or if you would like to talk to us to enquire about a particular product that you need for your applications, please do not hesitate to contact us today!
When working within the lifting industry, it is not uncommon to find certain operations requiring workers to work at height. Lifting equipment used within industries such as shipping, construction and engineering often involves significantly tall structures as well as smaller heights, both of which carry risks of harm if something were to go wrong. For this reason, it is imperative to have a height rescue plan in place to identify and avoid risks where possible and to react to problems should they ever occur. Here, we talk you through some of the things you can do to develop an effective height rescue plan.
When it comes to working at height, there are very clear laws in place for people to follow. Previously, the law required that anybody working at a height greater than two metres would have to wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). However, the law has since changed and now states that PPE is required “where a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury.”
While some say this new guideline can be open to some sort of interpretation, this can be defined as:
Before creating an effective height rescue plan, there are several considerations you will have to make. The first is to ensure you have the correct equipment and that it has all been fully inspected before use. Another is to ensure all staff members are properly trained to use all rescue equipment in the correct way. Once these things have been put into the place, you can then make a start on creating your rescue plan, which should include the following:
As part of your height rescue plan, you will have to conduct a thorough risk assessment of the site before any operation can begin. You will have to inspect any hazards that could be posed by the task and evaluate the risks involved. Falls from height are one of the most common causes of fatality in the UK each year, and for this reason alone, it is crucial that you have a rescue plan in place should anything go wrong.
If you’re wondering how SafetyLiftinGear can help you create an effective height rescue plan, we have an extensive range of PPE and height rescue equipment that will ensure your rescue plan is carried out in the safest and most efficient way possible. A wide selection of our equipment is available for hire as well as full purchase and can be customised to match your exact rescue needs.
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For more information, be sure to get in touch with a member of the SafetyLiftinGear team today by calling 0117 9381 600 or emailing sales@safetyliftingear.com!
From construction to shipping and mining to engineering, lifting equipment is used by a wide range of different industries for various tasks and applications. Often created using robust metals and other long-lasting materials, the majority if not all lifting equipment is designed and manufactured to last the test of time. However, regardless of where lifting equipment is used, it will no doubt be subject to some degree of pressure, strain and stress at one time or another and as a result, will need to be inspected and tested to ensure it is still safe and suitable to use.
There are two primary reasons as to why you will need to conduct inspections on your lifting equipment:
Both of the above pieces of legislation declare that all lifting applications are properly planned, which involves utilising the correct equipment that has been properly tested and inspected. PUWER states that all lifting equipment must be ”safe for use, maintained in a safe condition and inspected to ensure it is correctly installed and does not subsequently deteriorate.” Therefore, to ensure that you stay on the right side of the law, it’s imperative to regularly inspect your lifting gear.
As well as there being two reasons to conduct lifting gear inspections, there are also two types of lifting gear inspections. Firstly, there are inspections that can be carried out by yourself. It’s recommended that these are conducted before each lifting operation to ensure that the task can be performed as safely as possible.
The second type of inspection is a thorough, professional inspection conducted by a qualified person. These inspections should be completed once every six to twelve months, depending on the type of gear. Generally, loose lifting equipment such as eyebolts and shackles should be looked at every six months, whereas other equipment should be every twelve months. Once these inspections are complete, you will receive a certificate which confirms the equipment is suitable for use until its next inspection.
In order for your equipment to pass its lifting gear inspections, it’s important to keep it in good working order. Here are some things that you can do to ensure your lifting gear maintains a longer service life:
Did you know that SLG offers professional lifting gear inspections? If you need to get your equipment inspected, simply get in touch us and a member of our qualified team can help! For more information or to get any more lifting gear inspection questions answered, do not be afraid to contact us.
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