LIFTING EQUIPMENT

Lifting Equipment For Every Industry

When it comes to lifting and suspending heavy loads, Electric Chain Hoists stand out as a paramount tool. At Lifting Equipment Store, we're proud to be a leading supplier of top-tier industrial and entertainment Electric Chain Hoists. These powerful devices effortlessly manage loads of up to 20,000kg (20 tonnes), enabling you to focus on your operations with confidence.

We now offer a selection of our high-quality Electric Hoists for quick purchase online, streamlining your buying process. However, we understand that the specifications of lifting equipment can be complex, and selecting the right model is crucial. That's where our experienced and trained Sales Team comes in. They're ready and eager to guide you through the decision process, ensuring you choose the perfect model for your unique requirements.

Types of Lifting Equipment

The most common pieces of Lifting Equipment you will see are Shackles, Chain Blocks and Lifting Slings. These are essentially your 'starter pack' to the world of lifting. Chain hoists can be manually or electrically powered. The most popular brands for chain pulley's are LES, George Taylor, Yale, Tiger and William Hackett. If you prefer another brand, just let us know and we will be able to source them for you.

There are three types of lifting slings - Webbing Slings, Chain Slings and Wire Rope Slings. Each have their own benefits and specific applications. If you need a sling that will not scratch your load, then a webbing sling is always the best option due to their soft structure.

Lifting Equipment Regulations and how to use Equipment Safely

Every person using lifting equipment in the UK must be following the strict guidelines of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 or known as LOLER Regulations. This essentially states that people and companies that own or operate lifting equipment have the responsibility to uphold the below guidelines:

• Equipment must be safe and suitable to the environment it's used in.
• The person operating the equipment must have adequate training in order to use it safely.
• All equipment must be inspected and maintained at regular intervals according to the manufacturers guidelines.

There are a lot more guidelines to follow to ensure you and your employees are safely operating equipment. Lifting Equipment Store is a full LEEA member, if you need any advice about a lifting plan or lifting equipment in general, we will be happy to offer any advice required.