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29Nov2016

We Are Moving! New Distribution Centre in Bristol Will Create Local Jobs

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A new year is just around the corner, and big changes are afoot here at SafetyLifitnGear! Early in January 2017, we will be moving our Bristol operations to brand new premises in Avonmouth. We'll be gaining an addition 28,000 square feet when we move into the new building, which will serve as both our head office and our distribution centre.

Here's what our new home looks like from the outside:

Aside from all the extra space we'll have, the most exciting thing about this move is the number of jobs it will create. We will be taking on a new wave of staff as part of the transition, and we hope that this will be a huge boon to the community in Avonmouth and the surrounding area.

SafetyLiftinGear is a leading supplier of lifting/handling equipment and height safety gear. We have 7 depots across the UK - click here to find your nearest location. And don't worry if you don't live near any of our depots, because you can also order online via our website!

07Oct2016

Forklift Attachments & Extensions: Buy or Hire Today

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Forklifts have numerous uses in all kinds of different working environments. They're great for lifting, lowering, and transporting large goods; if you've got a forklift access platform, they can even help you and your workers to access high-up, hard-to-reach places and safely complete a variety of different tasks.

Sometimes, though, forklifts need a little extra help to get the job done properly. Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we stock an extensive range of forklift attachments and extensions to buy or hire - these assorted items are great for carrying out specialised tasks with your forklift, or simply enabling your truck to handle larger/longer loads.

Fork Extensions

Our high-quality fork extensions for forklift trucks come in a range of different lengths to give you that bit of extra reach you need to keep longer pallets and other large loads under control. Browse forklift extensions >

Other Forklift Attachments

Our other forklift attachments include swivel hooks (which turn your forklift into something like a miniature crane) and mounted jibs (which help your forklift truck to cope with heavier loads). Browse forklift attachments >

Visit our Site Lifting & Handling page for more lifting/handling solutions - practically all of our products are now available both to buy and to hire.

03Oct2016

Safety Lanyards: New Additions to Our Range

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As you may already be aware, we sell a great range of tool lanyards here at SafetyLiftinGear, and if you and/or your employees regularly work at height, you'll be pleased to learn that we've just added a couple of new lanyards to our website.

These lanyards are great for stopping objects falling from height - here's a quick introduction to our newest arrivals:

Elastic Helmet Lanyard (with Buckle)

This elasticated Skullguard lanyard is designed to prevent your helmet / hardhat from falling off your head while you're working at height. The lanyard can be easily attached to many different types of headgear, and the plastic buckle at the other end connects to your safety harness or overalls.

Tool Safety Lanyard with Connecting Buckle

This expanding bungee-type lanyard can be connected to your belt using the buckle provided. The looped design allows you to safely store tools/equipment when not in use - this keeps your hands free and ensures that your tools won't fall and cause harm below. We also sell a pack of 3 additional connecting buckles to save you removing your tools from the connecting buckle every time.

Click here to browse our full range of tool lanyards >

05Sep2016

New to SafetyLiftinGear: Ladder Safety Kits

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Our new ladder safety kits are ideal for staying safe when working at height.

Falls from height are responsible for a startling number of workplace injuries every year, and around half of all fatal workplace falls involve ladders. We've probably all been up a ladder on at least a few occasions, and when you need to access a hard-to-reach area, a ladder is very often the best tool for the job; however, ladders can also be very dangerous if not used safely.

To help you and/or your employees stay safe on ladders, we are proud to present two brand new additions to the SafetyLiftinGear website: our ladder safety kits. Here's a quick primer on what each one includes:

Level 1 Ladder Safety Kit

The level 1 kit includes the following items:

2-point safety harness
Reusable ladder restraint tie (12mm diameter, suitable for use with any solid brick or concrete wall)
Waterproof PVC kit bag
Scaffold hook (attaches to ladder rung)
Twist lock karabiner (attaches to the safety harness)
Endless lashing (for securing the ladder to the ladder restraint tie)

Click here to view the level 1 ladder safety kit.

Level 2 Ladder Safety Kit

The level 2 kit includes a 10m safety line that allows the user to carry up a variety of items (such as small tools or buckets) with ease. If you purchase this kit, you'll receive the following items:

2 point safety harness
Stainless steel rope grab
Kermantle rope (10m length, 12mm thickness)
Waterproof PVC kit bag
Webbing anchor (attaches safety line to the ladder via a karabiner)
Twist lock karabiner
Reusable ladder restraint tie (12mm diameter, suitable for use with any solid brick or concrete wall)
Endless lashing (for securing the ladder to the ladder restraint tie)

Click here to view the level 2 ladder safety kit.

Who Should Use Our Ladder Safety Kits?

These two kits are designed to keep ladders securely in place and ensure that users remain safe and protected while working at height. They are ideal for any worker who frequently uses a ladder to access hard-to-reach locations, including:

Painters
Window cleaners
Security equipment installers
Cable/telecom workers

Do you work at height on a regular basis? Click here to view our full range of height safety gear.

29Jul2016

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

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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. The P80E ISOL harness - an insulated harness designed to protect electricians who work at height - is a good example, as is this flame-resistant harness.

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.
Hi-Vis Overall Harness: A full-body jumpsuit with high visibility and a built-in harness. Buy/hire here.
Hi-Vis Waterproof Windbreaker Jacket Harness: Ideal for working in poor weather. Buy yours here.

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

05Apr2016

Our New Range of Modulift Spreader Beams

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We've just added a brand new range of modular spreader beams to the SafetyLiftinGear catalogue, offering our customers a versatile and cost-effective new lifting/handling solution. Made by Modulift and assembled from a range of interchangeable parts, these beams can be adjusted to suit a large variety of lifting applications, no matter what your requirements may be.

Here are just some of the advantages that come from using these spreader beams:

Versatility - The ability to configure Modulift beams to fit almost any rig, combined with the opportunity to add additional struts, means that these beams are highly adaptable, granting the operator an extended range of uses.
Easy Storage - The ability to dismantle the spreader beams makes them easy to transport to and from jobs, while also providing a wider range of options for storage.
Affordability - The previously mentioned factors of versatility and movability also reduce the related costs, saving you money on transportation, storage and additional equipment. They are also available to hire from SafetyLiftinGear, which means that you will be able to select the most cost-effective option for your business.

We provide these modular spreader beams in a range of weight and length limits:

12tonne, 1mtr to 4mtr Spreader Beam

24tonne, 1.5mtr to 6mtr Spreader Beam

34tonne, 2mtr to 8mtr Spreader Beam

70tonne, 2mtr to 12mtr Spreader Beam

All of the sizes mentioned above are also available in a variety of configurations, with a choice of struts and end units. They are also fully tested and certified to provide the highest level of quality and safety for the end user. All four sizes are available to purchase from SafetyLiftinGear with fast delivery, so be sure to discuss any specific requirements that you may have by contacting our team directly. As mentioned above, we also offer a selection of very competitive hire rates to the rental industry and crane hire industry, so whatever your needs may be, please let us know and we will do our very best to meet them.

To browse our full range of lifting equipment, click here.

29Mar2016

Fall Protection Systems: Prevent Height-Related Injuries

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As regular visitors to our blog and followers of our social media pages will know, at SafetyLiftinGear we place a particular emphasis on height safety as a priority in working environments. This is due not only to the sheer volume of accidents caused by poor height safety measures on a regular basis, but is also a reflection of the severe and often fatal nature of these incidents. That is why we make it a priority to promote the dangers of unsuitable height safety measures, and promote the responsible use of proper height safety measures and products.

For those who plan on undertaking tasks which involve working at height, be it as one-off project or as a regular element of your business, it is of vital importance that you are properly prepared with the correct fall protection systems. Whether your task involves working on a rooftop, ledge or at the side of a building, our selection of products will act as a failsafe in the event of a worker fall, preventing serious and fatal injuries. For your convenience, many of our safety line systems are also suitable for use by multiple persons at one time, allowing you to adapt the product to the demands of your job and workforce.

While our fall arresters are available to buy or rent for individuals who already have a fall protection system in place, our safety line, anchorage, and edge protection systems are available in a bespoke package upon request. Simply fill-in a price application form, and we will be able to provide you with a competitive price to suit all of your individual needs. For those who require a helping hand with the correct installation of these systems, we also offer a full installation service for many of our fall arrest products, so you can be sure that your new equipment is installed safely and correctly.

To see our full range of fall protection systems click here. If you would like more information regarding any of our products or our installation service, please feel free to get in touch with a member of our friendly team.

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