Tag: lifting-chains




18 Sep 2026

Under the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER), chain slings – like all pieces of lifting equipment – must be periodically subjected to a thorough examination by a competent person.

These routine LOLER inspections are among the services we provide here at Safety Liftin Gear.

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14 Sep 2026

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).

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17 Apr 2026

When you invest in heavy-duty lifting gear, you want equipment that will stand up to repeated use and keep performing well over time. That is especially true when it comes to chain slings, which are often used in demanding environments where strength, durability and reliability are absolutely essential.

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29 Apr 2021

 

 

 

Thanks to a recent increase in stock quantities of both our high-quality stainless steel pump lifting chains, we are able to offer a fantastic 20% discount as well as next day delivery - perfect if you require a fast turnaround from ordering your item to complete an upcoming job! 

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26 Sep 2016


If you're looking for a chain that will meet the exact requirements and conditions of your operation, then you're sure to find the solution you need amongst our comprehensive selection of chains; all of which come in a great range of sizes. 

From heavy duty lifting applications, to area marking and crowd management, our chains are designed to provide the strength, durability and flexibility needed for each individual task. While all our chains are able to be used in a variety of operations, the chains we provide can be divided into two specific types, in order to aid the decision of those placing the order:

Lifting Chains
The term 'lifting chains' refers to the heavy-duty chains in our selection, which are made from steel, and are suitable for use in heavy lifting, towing, or load binding applications. These range from grade 80-100, and come in a choice of length/weight specifications, which should be considered carefully before placing your order.

Barrier Chains
Our barrier chain reels also come in a selection of lengths, as well as a variety of material finishes, in order to suit many environmental and operational demands. While they are most commonly used as part of barrier systems for crowd segregation, car parks and other applications of this nature, they can also perform an assortment of other low-duty functions, such as suspending signs and light fittings.

To see our full selection, from plastic link reels to alloy steel lifting chains, click here!
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26 Sep 2016


If you're looking for a chain that will meet the exact requirements and conditions of your operation, then you're sure to find the solution you need amongst our comprehensive selection of chains; all of which come in a great range of sizes. 

From heavy duty lifting applications, to area marking and crowd management, our chains are designed to provide the strength, durability and flexibility needed for each individual task. While all our chains are able to be used in a variety of operations, the chains we provide can be divided into two specific types, in order to aid the decision of those placing the order:

Lifting Chains
The term 'lifting chains' refers to the heavy-duty chains in our selection, which are made from steel, and are suitable for use in heavy lifting, towing, or load binding applications. These range from grade 80-100, and come in a choice of length/weight specifications, which should be considered carefully before placing your order.

Barrier Chains
Our barrier chain reels also come in a selection of lengths, as well as a variety of material finishes, in order to suit many environmental and operational demands. While they are most commonly used as part of barrier systems for crowd segregation, car parks and other applications of this nature, they can also perform an assortment of other low-duty functions, such as suspending signs and light fittings.

To see our full selection, from plastic link reels to alloy steel lifting chains, click here!
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17 Jun 2016
SafetyLiftinGear is the exclusive distributor of Force Chain products in the UK and Ireland.


Force Chain is an international supplier of high-strength lifting and hoisting chains. Most of the products in SafetyLiftinGear's Lifting Chains department are supplied by Force Chain - in fact, we're the exclusive UK/Ireland supplier of Force Chain products.

Earlier this month, our own James Bertham travelled to Hannover in Germany, where he served as the UK representative on the Force Chain stand at the CeMAT trade fair.

SafetyLiftinGear's James Bertham (second from left) at the CeMAT trade show in Hannover.

Our Force Chain range includes:
  • Long link chains
  • Plastic link chains
  • Knotted link / ornamental chains
Click here to browse our collection of Force Chain products, or visit our main Chains & Rigging page to see what else we have to offer in this department.
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