It’s no secret that construction projects often involve a lot of heavy lifting, especially in masonry jobs. While there’s plenty of equipment on the market that helps get the job done while keeping your crew safe, they’re not all built the same.
By using more advanced machinery, like concrete lifting tools, you can achieve more precise and quicker results compared to traditional methods. If you’re on the fence about including concrete slab lifting equipment in your arsenal, dive into the benefits they can bring to your construction operations.
We all know the saying—time is money. In the bustling world of construction, this couldn’t be truer. That’s where heavy-duty lifting clamps come in. They’re your right-hand tools on the site.
Whether you’re hoisting granite curbing or maneuvering hefty precast concrete panels, these clamps make tasks smoother, safer, and speedier. The question is, “Why should you invest in heavy-duty lifting clamps, and are they really worth it?” If you’re on the fence about adding this tool to your arsenal, read on. We’ll dive into their benefits.
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Picture this: you’re on a tight schedule, the team’s all geared up, but the lifting gear you have is slowing you down. Worse, it could present a safety hazard. That’s a scenario we all want to avoid, right? Read more
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When it comes to lifting heavy concrete pipes on the construction site, having the right tools in your arsenal is just the beginning. The real trick lies in correctly using those tools to keep the job and your crew safe and efficient.
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Without the right lifting tools, completing certain projects can become absolutely impossible. However, there are a slew of options available on the market, and it can be daunting to determine which one is right for your project. To help you pick the right tool to get your next heavy-lifting job done swiftly, efficiently, and safely, this guide will walk you through the differences between hook attachments and scissor-lifting clamps.
Reliability, efficiency, and strength are the top-dog qualities for equipment in the construction sector. Selecting the right barrier lift for your construction project is a task in and of itself. You’ve got to sift through the market’s clutter, discerning the tough from the flimsy and the durable from the disposable. Whether you’re maneuvering jersey barriers or aligning giant slabs of concrete, your choice of attachment can make or break your project. Read more
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Concrete barrier walls are often stacked to save space in the yard or on delivery trucks. This poses a precarious situation when a worker is tasked with attaching rigging, unstacking each beginning at the top. This common practice can be dangerous and is 100 percent avoidable by using the Kenco Barrier lift with Alignment Legaccessory.
This additional option can come pre-installed or bolted on easily anytime. Its two protruding legs hang below the pad angle on one side of the lifter. Their purpose is to catch the wall and quickly line up the lifter. The Alignment leg does all the work in fixing your stacked concrete walls and blocks.
Other notable benefits include:
Extending the life of the pads on the lifter by more than half.
Speeds up the barrier moving sequence. It increases productivity for both novice and skilled machine operators.
Stowable by flipping them up and locking them into place for safe travel or storage.
If you want to keep your workers safe while improving efficiency and saving costs, choose the Alignment Leg option when ordering your Barrier Lift or let our team retrofit your lifter with one today. Watch theBenefits of the Alignment Legvideo for details.
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Kenco lifters are extremely safe to use. Their development and use allows laborers to let the lifter do all the work without manual manipulation. However, with any attachment or tool there are particular safety details to consider. The following are a few equipment handling safety tips that are suitable for all Kenco lifters.
Wear appropriate protective clothing and related safety equipment including glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective shoes, hearing protection, and any other equipment/devices dictated by job conditions.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or hairstyles that could become entangled in the Kenco lifter. Note – pinch points are marked on your lifter.
Keep hands, feet, and any other appendages clear of the Kenco lifter while in operation.
Maintain a safe distance from the load. NEVER allow a Kenco lifter to pass over any part of a person.
All details on machine handling safety and proper usage of your Kenco lifter can be found in your manual which accompanies every lifter. If you cannot locate this manual, a copy can be downloaded at https://kenco.com/product-manuals/. When in doubt you can also call Kenco and speak with our team of knowledgeable experts at 800-653-6069.
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Benefits of Using Concrete Slab Lifting Equipment
/in BlogIt’s no secret that construction projects often involve a lot of heavy lifting, especially in masonry jobs. While there’s plenty of equipment on the market that helps get the job done while keeping your crew safe, they’re not all built the same.
By using more advanced machinery, like concrete lifting tools, you can achieve more precise and quicker results compared to traditional methods. If you’re on the fence about including concrete slab lifting equipment in your arsenal, dive into the benefits they can bring to your construction operations.
Read more
Why You Should Invest in Heavy-Duty Lifting Clamps
/in BlogWe all know the saying—time is money. In the bustling world of construction, this couldn’t be truer. That’s where heavy-duty lifting clamps come in. They’re your right-hand tools on the site.
Whether you’re hoisting granite curbing or maneuvering hefty precast concrete panels, these clamps make tasks smoother, safer, and speedier. The question is, “Why should you invest in heavy-duty lifting clamps, and are they really worth it?” If you’re on the fence about adding this tool to your arsenal, read on. We’ll dive into their benefits.
Read more
Quick Guide to Choosing the Right Lifting Attachments
/in BlogPicture this: you’re on a tight schedule, the team’s all geared up, but the lifting gear you have is slowing you down. Worse, it could present a safety hazard. That’s a scenario we all want to avoid, right? Read more
Mistakes To Avoid When Using Concrete Pipe Lifting Devices
/in BlogWhen it comes to lifting heavy concrete pipes on the construction site, having the right tools in your arsenal is just the beginning. The real trick lies in correctly using those tools to keep the job and your crew safe and efficient.
Read more
Hook Attachments vs. Scissor Lifting Clamps
/in BlogWithout the right lifting tools, completing certain projects can become absolutely impossible. However, there are a slew of options available on the market, and it can be daunting to determine which one is right for your project. To help you pick the right tool to get your next heavy-lifting job done swiftly, efficiently, and safely, this guide will walk you through the differences between hook attachments and scissor-lifting clamps.
Read more
Selecting the Right Barrier Lift for Your Project
/in BlogReliability, efficiency, and strength are the top-dog qualities for equipment in the construction sector. Selecting the right barrier lift for your construction project is a task in and of itself. You’ve got to sift through the market’s clutter, discerning the tough from the flimsy and the durable from the disposable. Whether you’re maneuvering jersey barriers or aligning giant slabs of concrete, your choice of attachment can make or break your project. Read more
Custom Designs for Any Project
/in Education & How ToKenco’s team of engineers are top-level experts in the world of below the hook lifting.
Actuator Size Comparison
/in Education & How ToKenco actuators perform the lift and set sequence and are an integral part of a Kenco lifter.
Save Pad Wear on Your Barrier Lift
/in Blog, Product VideosConcrete barrier walls are often stacked to save space in the yard or on delivery trucks. This poses a precarious situation when a worker is tasked with attaching rigging, unstacking each beginning at the top. This common practice can be dangerous and is 100 percent avoidable by using the Kenco Barrier lift with Alignment Leg accessory.
This additional option can come pre-installed or bolted on easily anytime. Its two protruding legs hang below the pad angle on one side of the lifter. Their purpose is to catch the wall and quickly line up the lifter. The Alignment leg does all the work in fixing your stacked concrete walls and blocks.
Other notable benefits include:
If you want to keep your workers safe while improving efficiency and saving costs, choose the Alignment Leg option when ordering your Barrier Lift or let our team retrofit your lifter with one today. Watch the Benefits of the Alignment Leg video for details.
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Personal Safety When Using a Kenco Lifter
/in Education & How ToKenco lifters are extremely safe to use. Their development and use allows laborers to let the lifter do all the work without manual manipulation. However, with any attachment or tool there are particular safety details to consider. The following are a few equipment handling safety tips that are suitable for all Kenco lifters.
All details on machine handling safety and proper usage of your Kenco lifter can be found in your manual which accompanies every lifter. If you cannot locate this manual, a copy can be downloaded at https://kenco.com/product-manuals/. When in doubt you can also call Kenco and speak with our team of knowledgeable experts at 800-653-6069.