20 Nov 2024

An outrigger pad is a large, heavy-duty piece of material that can be placed under the outrigger of a piece of equipment to prevent it from sinking into the ground. They can be used to support the weight of a variety of different machinery and vehicles including crane trucks, scissor lifts, aerial work platforms, trailers and more!

 

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14 Oct 2024

A pull tester, sometimes known as a universal testing machine, is a device that measures the crucial holding force of anchors, fastenings, and fixings in construction materials.

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24 Sep 2024

Round slings are used to lift heavy loads in all sorts of different industries. But how do you know what size to get?

This blog will explain what round slings are and how to measure them to ensure you use the correct size sling for your job.

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18 Sep 2024

Are you looking for a lightweight chain hoist with serious strength and speed? Check out the DUKE Electric Chain Hoist, currently 15% off until the end of October!

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17 Sep 2024

What Is WLL (Working Load Limit)?

When selecting lifting equipment for industrial operations, understanding load capacity terminology is critical for safety and regulatory compliance. Two terms you'll frequently encounter are Working Load Limit (WLL) and Safe Working Load (SWL). While these terms are often used interchangeably, modern safety standards have made important distinctions that every lifting equipment operator needs to understand.

This comprehensive guide explains what WLL and SWL mean in modern regulations, how these values are calculated, and the key differences between WLL, SWL, and Maximum Rated Capacity (MRC).

What Is SWL (Safe Working Load)?

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05 Sep 2024

Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we stock a brilliant range of controlled descent devices suited to different jobs. To help you choose the right gear for you, we’ve compiled this list of some of our best-selling controlled descent devices.

 

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30 Aug 2024

The 2024 PLASA Show will take place at Olympia London on Sunday 1st – Tuesday 3rd September.

SafetyLiftinGear will be exhibiting on Stand C1, and for the first time at any UK trade show, we'll have the brand new CM BatteryStar Hoist on display.

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