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10Aug2016

Spreader Beams - Increasing the Lifting Loads of your Sling

Admin products

Lifting wide, heavy loads requires you to attach a sling to either end of the load enabling you to lift it efficiently. But the problem with this, is that it increases the horizontal forces on the sling because the angles of the sling are less than 90 degrees. These forces add to the weight that's being lifted of the load, so this requires a larger lifting force to lift the load. Spreader Beams are hugely beneficial because it eliminates the amount of horizontal forces applied on slings, allowing you to have a larger lifting force. Spreader Beams are popular with indoor cranes because the beams are built with a single point connection, so they take less crane height to lift due to there being no rigging above the beam.

Here are Safety Lifting Gear we have an excellent range of Modular Spreader Beams, each with a different working load limit and length in beams. All of our beams are versatile and fully certified, and tested. If you're looking for a strong, cost effective Spreader beam, you've come to the right place!

To view our full range of Modular Spreader Beams, click here.

10Aug2016

Spreader Beams - Increasing the Lifting Loads of your Sling

Admin products

Lifting wide, heavy loads requires you to attach a sling to either end of the load enabling you to lift it efficiently. But the problem with this, is that it increases the horizontal forces on the sling because the angles of the sling are less than 90 degrees. These forces add to the weight that's being lifted of the load, so this requires a larger lifting force to lift the load. Spreader Beams are hugely beneficial because it eliminates the amount of horizontal forces applied on slings, allowing you to have a larger lifting force. Spreader Beams are popular with indoor cranes because the beams are built with a single point connection, so they take less crane height to lift due to there being no rigging above the beam.

Here are Safety Lifting Gear we have an excellent range of Modular Spreader Beams, each with a different working load limit and length in beams. All of our beams are versatile and fully certified, and tested. If you're looking for a strong, cost effective Spreader beam, you've come to the right place!

To view our full range of Modular Spreader Beams, click here.

08Aug2016

Rope Access Equipment from SafetyLiftinGear

mike products

Rope access is the practice of using ropes to access hard-to-reach areas instead of, for example, erecting a scaffold. This method can be a fast, cost-effective solution for all sorts of different tasks, but it's important for rope access workers to use high-quality gear and the right safety equipment at all times to minimise the risk of something going wrong.

We sell a superb selection of rope access equipment here at SafetyLiftinGear, so if you and/or your employees use the rope access method to carry out work at height, we can help you to get the job done safely and efficiently. Here's a selection of the products we offer:

Rope Access Safety Harnesses
Kernmantle Rope
Head Protection
PETZL Fall Protection / Rope Access Gear
Tool Lanyards (prevent your tools from falling)

Our rope access equipment is used by professionals in a wide variety of different industries, as well as for leisure pursuits such as rock climbing and caving. Click here to browse our full range, or contact us if you need to discuss a bespoke height safety solution for your project.

04Aug2016

More Height Safety Disasters!

mike health & safety

As we've noticed so many terrible examples of poor, or even non-existent height safety during the past few weeks, we decided it was about time that we created a post to highlight our concerns, and show just how common these idiotic actions can be! Just try to look at these photographs without feeling a little bit ill...

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Lesson #1: The material lift equivalent of giving your mate a boost is never a good idea...

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In fact, getting your work mates to hold you up is probably one of the worst ideas when it comes to height safety, which is why lesson #2 is to avoid a dizzying situation like the one pictured above!

(Stupid Humans)

Lesson #3: Your workplace probably isn't the best place to practise your tightrope skills. Stick on a harness, and learn how use a scissor lift properly!

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Lesson #4: If you really want to be air lifted, just keep working like this! The emergency services will soon have you sorted...

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Lesson #5: For goodness' sake, use the right ladder! It will save you the hassle of improvising this contraption, as well as a few dozen broken bones...

We hope that our latest disaster round-up inspired you to avoid any improvised shortcuts and crazy solutions in the workplace! If you'll excuse the pun, working at height is dangerous on all levels, which is why you should always have the proper safety measures in place, and ensure that you're making full use of the correct height safety equipment!

04Aug2016

More Height Safety Disasters!

mike health & safety

As we've noticed so many terrible examples of poor, or even non-existent height safety during the past few weeks, we decided it was about time that we created a post to highlight our concerns, and show just how common these idiotic actions can be! Just try to look at these photographs without feeling a little bit ill...

(Pinterest)

Lesson #1: The material lift equivalent of giving your mate a boost is never a good idea...

(Pinterest)

In fact, getting your work mates to hold you up is probably one of the worst ideas when it comes to height safety, which is why lesson #2 is to avoid a dizzying situation like the one pictured above!

(Stupid Humans)

Lesson #3: Your workplace probably isn't the best place to practise your tightrope skills. Stick on a harness, and learn how use a scissor lift properly!

(Pinterest)

Lesson #4: If you really want to be air lifted, just keep working like this! The emergency services will soon have you sorted...

(Pinterest)

Lesson #5: For goodness' sake, use the right ladder! It will save you the hassle of improvising this contraption, as well as a few dozen broken bones...

We hope that our latest disaster round-up inspired you to avoid any improvised shortcuts and crazy solutions in the workplace! If you'll excuse the pun, working at height is dangerous on all levels, which is why you should always have the proper safety measures in place, and ensure that you're making full use of the correct height safety equipment!

29Jul2016

Hi-Vis Safety Harnesses: Stay Safe & Be Seen!

Jodie products

We sell a wide variety of safety harnesses here at SafetyLiftinGear, many of which are specifically designed for one particular scenario or line of work.

Perhaps our best-selling specialist harness range is our collection of hi-vis harnesses, and with autumn and winter just around the corner, we're expecting a huge influx of high-visibility sales over the next few months. Visibility is naturally worse during the colder months, when the weather gets worse and the mornings and evenings grow darker, and in these conditions being seen is often just as important a safety concern as protecting oneself from falls.

Our high-visibility safety harnesses are great because they cover both bases. Not only do they help to prevent accidents while working at height, they also increase the wearer's visibility, which is crucial in certain conditions and working environments. Here are a few examples of what we can supply...

2-Point Hi-Vis Safety Harness: Available in yellow or orange.
Quick Release Hi-Vis Harness: Easier to put on and take off! Buy/hire here.

Click here to browse our full range of hi-vis safety harnesses.

28Jul2016

Official CM Yale Distributors - Browse Our Range!

robin products

At SafetyLiftinGear, we are committed to delivering the very best levels of quality and reliability to our customers, which is why we stock some of the most well-known and trusted brands in the industry. One of the most recognisable of these is CM Yale, and we are proud to say that we are an official distributor of their products, supplying a vast selection both to hire or purchase.

To give you a better idea of the product variety in our Yale Selection, here's a closer look at some of the products:

Cable Grips

We stock a selection of Yale cable grips on SafetyLiftinGear, which are available to suit a range of cable sizes. Ideal for use with wire ropes, cables and metal rods, the cable grip jaws provide a firm, non-slip grip, while protecting the wire from damage. To improve functionality, it also comes with a spring-loaded guide to stop the grip from dropping off the wire, while preventing jamming with an instant release.

YaleLift 360º Hand Chainblocks

These revolutionary chainblocks are also part of our range, and come in a selection of weight specifications. The 360 degree hand chain guide makes this product unique, facilitating easy operation from almost any position, even in difficult conditions such as confined spaces.

Yale D85 Leverhoists

The D85 Leverhoists are a classic Yale product, and surpasses any cheap imitations that may be found on the market. Providing a high level of durability, the leverhoist is designed specifically for heavy duty applications, and is suitable for using in a variety of industries, from shipbuilding to construction and more!

3 Phase Electric Chain Hoists

The modern design and technical innovation of this electric chain hoist, makes it one of the best products of its kind on the market. Providing robust construction and all-important versatility, the chain hoists in the Yale range are an ideal choice for tackling industrial applications, and have an extended working life span thanks to the upper and lower limit switches.

3 Phase Electric Hoists w. Powered Trolley

We also supply electric chain hoists with the addition of powered trolleys, which also come in a choice of weight specifications. Like the standard chain hoist range, it is designed to provide excellent functionality, while also possessing a range of safety features for safe operation.

To browse our full range of CM Yale products, click here!