Lifting chains (and the components that are designed to be used with them) come in different 'grades' that indicate the product's strength.

If you're buying chain slings for a heavy lifting job, the two grades you're most likely to come across are Grade 8 (G8) and Grade 100 (G100).

Effective working length (or EWL for short) refers to the usable length of a lifting sling, measured from bearing to bearing.

To put it more simply: EWL is the length between the sling's contact points.

The 3 most common types of ratchet strap are: claw hook ratchet straps, rave hook ratchet straps and endless ratchet straps.

Ratchet straps are great for securing your load before you hit the road, but using the wrong kind of ratchet lashing can have disastrous – even deadly – consequences.

We at Safety Liftin Gear were very proud to receive the High Growth Award at Reid Lifting's recent 30-year anniversary celebration.

This award is a testament to the successful partnership that has developed between Safety Liftin Gear and Reid Lifting since the two companies began working together in 2021. During that time, we have helped to bring Reid's lifting solutions to more customers while also supporting their continued growth.

LOLER inspections are a legal requirement for lifting equipment and accessories. Regular inspections help to ensure that your lifting gear is fit for purpose and safe to use.

Here at Safety Liftin Gear, we offer a comprehensive LOLER inspection service that takes the hassle out of LOLER compliance. Our experienced team can manage your inspections, provide detailed reports, and recommend action where necessary.

If you've ever been to the circus then you have probably seen acrobats swinging and leaping from a flying trapeze, but have you ever thought about all the work that happens beforehand to make those death-defying tricks possible?

Here at Safety Liftin Gear, we have a range of heavy-duty spreader beams available to hire for heavy lifting jobs.

Natalie from Insight Trans Logistics recently hired one of our spreader beams as part of a lifting operation involving a 5 tonne power substation that's destined for a high-rise development in London.