In the past, SafetyLiftinGear has helped a variety of different people and organisations to transport and relocate many different things such as this Dunkirk Little Ship, way back in January of this year.
This trend doesn't seem to be slowing down any time soon either, with the latest news that we'd like to bring you of how we helped to relocate a male forest elephant in the Ivory Coast!
Wildlife veterinarian Dr Richard Harvey (http://www.izvg.co.uk/) was asked to assist the Ivory Coast Ministry of Water and Forests to transport a male forest elephant named Hamed.
Hamed was relocated from a small village in the south of the Ivory Coast to N'Zi River Lodge Reserve due to him being a little out of control and causing damage to a number of things, including heavy machinery, vehicles and people's homes!
The situation was getting out of hand and raised concerns for both Hamed and the local population. As a result, Hamed was required to be moved to a safer environment where he could no longer cause harm to others or himself. But, as you can imagine, to move a fully-grown elephant you require specialised equipment. That's where we come in.
To make the transportation of Hamed as safe and effective as possible, we supplied Dr Harvey with a selection of our strong, reliable webbing and round slings. These were used to secure and lift Hamed safely onto a trailer where he was transported to his new home.
Take a look at the images of the lift below:
If our round and webbing slings are good enough to help lift an African male elephant, they'll be more than suitable for your lifting applications! All our lifting slings are made with the finest of materials to ensure a safe, effective and reliable lift. They are extremely tough yet lightweight and offer incredible flexibility that minimises shock during the lift.
You can browse our full range of round and webbing slings below!
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If you would like to learn more about our range of polyester round and webbing slings, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of the SLG team today - we'd love to help you!
Winter is coming, and whether you work outdoors or you're planning some al fresco social gatherings to avoid breaking the current COVID-19 rules, you're going to want to bundle up warm.
Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we offer a huge range of cold and wet weather products to help you stay warm and comfortable during the winter months. Here are some of our most popular items:
These handy hand-warming packs use natural ingredients that heat up when exposed to oxygen. Simply open the pack to activate and enjoy up to 8 hours of warmth!
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Ideal for workers operating in cold conditions, this two-layer thermal lining fits comfortably under your protective headwear, warming you up without compromising your safety.
Protect your ears and head from the cold wind with this 100% polyester stretch cap. Fits comfortably under most hard hats (sold separately).
Stay warm and be seen with this high-quality yellow bomber jacket. The high-visibility design will help you to stand out even when visibility is poor, and the weather-resistant design will help you to stay warm and dry in harsh weather.
We've got lots of other products to help you stay warm this winter - click here to browse our full range of cold and wet weather gear.
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Warehouses and factories can be very dangerous places to work, so keeping your staff safe should be at the top of your priority list. Pallet trucks are often used to transport pallets of heavy and fragile goods around. Being able to stop a pallet truck quickly can be very beneficial, especially if there are forklifts or other members of staff moving around the workplace.
As you know, we offer a wide range of pallet trucks here at SafetyLiftinGear including manual pallet trucks like this 2.5-tonne pallet truck from LoadSurfer, and battery-powered pallet trucks like this 1500 kg 'Edge' fully-electric battery pallet truck from Batt Truck. But today, we're introducing you to one of our pallet trucks that features a built-in brake.
One of the biggest advantages of choosing a pallet truck with a brake is that you'll have much better control of it on slopes and ramps. This is particularly important if you're moving heavy goods, the weight on the truck could cause a serious accident!
Some other advantages of choosing a pallet truck with a brake are as follows:
If you have any questions about this pallet truck with brake, don't hesitate to give us a call - 0117 9381 600. We're happy to assist you, and can even help you place your order over the phone.
The humble pallet truck can be found in warehouses and stockrooms all over the world - it's ideal for moving heavy wooden pallets safely and efficiently.
But while ordinary pallet trucks work perfectly on smooth, polished floors, they do tend to struggle on uneven terrain. If you need a pallet truck that can be used on rough surfaces, we recommend our best-selling 1.2 Tonne All-Terrain Pallet Truck.
The rough surface pallet truck is great for construction sites, garden centres, and other work environments where the ground is too uneven for normal pallet trucks.
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Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we are always looking for game-changing new products to add to our catalogue. One of our most recent additions is the Yale ERGO 360 ratchet lever hoist (750kg), which features a unique crank handle that rotates 360 degrees.
The Yale lever hoist's ergonomic design helps you to work faster and reduces your risk of injury. The fold-out handle (with strong steel core) is easy to use, and according to the manufacturer, requires up to 30% less pull force than a conventional ratchet lever hoist.
The revolutionary 360° Yale lever hoist is available to buy and hire from SafetyLiftinGear.com - but why order it?
The Yale ERGO 360 ratchet lever hoist offers several fantastic benefits. These include:
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For further information on the brilliant Yale ERGO 360 ratchet lever hoist, please contact our customer service team.
We have a wide range of high-quality carabiners and hooks available here at SafetyLiftinGear.com, and if properly looked after, these products will remain safe to use for a long time.
To keep your carabiners in good working order, follow these steps:
Use lukewarm tap water (roughly 30°C) and pH neutral washing-up liquid or detergent. Regular cleaning removes dirt and grime that might prevent your carabiners from closing properly or otherwise impede their correct operation. After washing, rinse each carabiner off and leave to dry thoroughly in a dry, well-ventilated area that's out of direct sunlight. (Heat, humidity and sunlight can reduce the working life of your carabiners.) Do not put your carabiners in a washing machine or tumble dryer.
Lubricating the internal mechanisms of each carabiner will keep the product working smoothly. Use a silicone-based oil and avoid products that contain sulphur. Dry any excess oil with a cloth or paper towel, then open and close the carabiner a few times to make sure it is entirely lubricated.
Periodic inspection ensures that your carabiners are still in good working order and safe to use. Compose a formal maintenance and inspection schedule to make sure the carabiners are not falling into disrepair.
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We recently added a brand new range of Hi-Force Hydraulic products to our hydraulic jacks range! These hydraulic cylinders are extremely versatile and can be used for a range of different jobs. Wondering what to expect from these new hydraulics? This blog will give you a good overview of the key products in the range. Give us a call if you have any questions - 0117 9381 600.
The Hi-Force pancake jacks are designed to offer precise force in confined workspaces. They're ideal for aligning machinery, turbines and other structures. With a single acting load return design, these pancake jacks apply pressure from their pump then use the weight of the load to retract. The bases of these pancake jacks must be supported when they're in use! Choose a capacity that suits your needs: 10-100 tonnes.
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This single acting hollow cylinder from Hi-Force is designed for a range of jobs including tooling, tensioning and maintenance. Unlike other hydraulics in the Hi-Force range, this cylinder is hollow, meaning a cable or rod can be passed through it. This is especially handy if you need to apply a pulling force. It can also be used to test bonded and mechanical anchor systems. Starting with a capacity of 11 tonnes, these Hi-Force cylinders max out at 102 tonnes, so we're sure we'll have one to suit your lifting needs.
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Hydraulic spreaders are perfect for (you guessed it) spreading, however, they can also be used for wedging and prising operations too. This hydraulic spreader from Hi-Force is incredibly compact making it easy to transport from job to job. It features a spring-assisted return that enables it to fit in gaps of 13mm and spread up to 84mm wide. You can be confident that it'll last the test of time because it's made of high-quality steel. With a capacity of 0.9 tonnes, this should be able to assist you in almost any spreading or wedging job.
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One of the most versatile collections from Hi-Force, these multi-purpose cylinders come in a variety of different stroke lengths and lifting capacities. These are ideal for someone who needs a cylinder to assist them with production, maintenance, construction or fabrication. Each model of the Hi-Force cylinder comes with a collar thread and thread protector as well as piston rod mountings for simple, fuss-free fixing. You'll find these Hi-Force cylinders in power stations, mines, shipyards, construction sites and many other places!
Starting with a 25mm stroke and a 4.5-tonne capacity, these multi-purpose cylinders max out at 254mm stroke with 109-tonne capacity!
These aren't the only products we offer in the Hi-Force range, there are many more Hi-Force cylinders to choose from! Take a look at the full range here.
If you have any questions about the Hi-Force range or any individual Hi-Force cylinders, then please drop us an email at sales@safetyliftingear.com.
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