There are 4 main karabiners types and locking mechanisms. There are screw gate karabiners, twist lock karabiners, triple lock karabiners and pin lock karabiners. Click the below links to skip to the relevant section and learn about each karabiner type.
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The team here at SafetyLiftinGear are excited to announce that this year we’ll be attending the PLASA exhibition in London 3-5 September 2023.
A lightweight climbing helmet can make you feel like you're not wearing a helmet, while still providing head protection. This makes them ideal for recreational activities! Here at SafetyLiftinGear we’re excited to announce that we’re now stocking an ultra lightweight helmet called the Climax MAKALU91 Lightweight Climbing Helmet. This is one of the most lightweight climbing helmets available on the market.
We've got a great new range of products to help you out with lifting and moving tasks around the house!
Moving furniture around can be dangerous if it's heavy and you're relying solely on your own strength. Lifting a cumbersome object like a sofa or a fridge can lead to back injuries and other musculoskeletal disorders if you go about it the wrong way. And if you drop the load in question, in can do a lot of damage - to the floor, to the item itself, and of course to your foot. Ouch!
Whether you’re going for a late-night jog or are working in a dark environment and need both of your hands free, head torches are great tools to have on hand – or should we say, on head!
We’ve put together a list of the best head torches on the market right now. Browse our LED head torches to find the perfect product for you:
When it comes to lifting and lowering loads, chain blocks (also commonly referred to as chain pulley blocks, a block and tackle, or chain hoists) are a fantastic tool for giving yourself the means to handle and manoeuvre loads efficiently and safely.
A chain block uses mechanical gearing to reduce the effort of the user to lift the load. A chain block comprises of a load chain fitted with a hook, safety catch and a hand or pulley chain that’s used to operate the hoisting mechanism.
Have you ever tried to lift something heavy like a new sofa, a washing machine, or a wheelbarrow using brute strength? Unless you've got super-human strength, we're guessing it was a bit of a struggle! You'll be pleased to hear that we now offer an extensive range of shoulder harnesses and garden straps that will help you move all kinds of heavy, awkward objects without injury.
All of the Shoulder Dolly moving straps that we offer are designed to make lifting easier. They help you maintain an ergonomic, upright back so that you don't injure your shoulders, back, hands or arms.
Made of heavy-duty materials, the Shoulder Dolly lifting straps will support you as you lift objects weighing up to 370kg! So, whether you're a keen gardener, DIY-er or someone who's about to move house, we're sure you'll find our range of Shoulder Dolly moving straps beneficial. More...