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When you work at height, “load” can mean two very different things. It might be the weight you’re lifting into position (plant, steelwork, truss, pallets). Or it might be the forces your safety system must withstand if something goes wrong.

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SafetyLiftinGear is growing, and we’re looking for skilled, motivated Lifting Equipment Engineers to join our teams in Bristol & West Drayton.

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)?

When carrying a heavy load, it is paramount that you are using the correct equipment to keep you, and your colleagues, safe. But when it comes to carrying heavy loads upstairs it is even more crucial that you are tackling the task with the appropriate equipment, having fully evaluated potential risks.

The added hazard of falling and/or crushing means carrying loads upstairs is something you should take very seriously. The good news is, Safety Lifting Gear offers the equipment you need to make lifting loads upstairs easier and more efficient! Read on, to find out How to Safely Carry Loads Upstairs: 

Use one of our Electric Powered Stair Climbers for hire to make transporting heavy goods easy and stress-free!

At SafetyLiftinGear we always aim to offer a lifting solution to match all of our customer's requirements, which is exactly why we continue to expand our range of products. This time we have added products to our popular range of hydraulic cylinders, now our product range is suitable for those looking to lift 150 tonnes and 200 tonnes. 

Previously we only stocked hydraulic cylinders that were capable of moving 100 tonne weights, which is why we are so pleased to add even more specialist products for high capacity lifting/jacking.  

Our hydraulic cylinders are helpful in a range of industrial applications. Whether you need to push, pull or lift, our hydraulic cylinders are capable of the job. Their durable design allows them to be used day after day and always perform perfectly. To see our new, heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders, see the links below: 

Hydraulic Cylinders

150 tonne x 100mm Hydraulic Cylinder

150 tonne x 150mm Hydraulic Cylinder

200 tonne x 100mm Hydraulic Cylinder

200 tonne x 150mm Hydraulic Cylinder

Hydraulic Hand Pump 2 Speed

Heavy-duty hydraulic hand pump

We also supply a range of manual hand pumps to operate the cylinders. We had to expand this collection too to accommodate our new hydraulic cylinder range. Our hydraulic hand pumps have a large release valve handle for controlling lead decent and 2 speeds so they can be used for high and low-pressure projects. This hand pump is compatible with the hydraulic cylinders above!

If you can't seem to find the combination of products you need for your lifting project than you always talk to us about your requirements. If you're wondering what other hydraulic cylinders we offer you can read our blog post here. If you ever need to ask our expert advice about lifting equipment, you can contact us here today.