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Throughout our history, we have created many defining inventions that have helped shape the society that we live in today. After all, this is what makes us human. Innovating and creating drives all of us forward and the push to create new and exciting buildings and structures will always be at the heart of our…
When it comes to heavy lifting in dockyards, winches are essential pieces of equipment. From loading and unloading cargo to moving ships and other large vessels, winches make it possible to move heavy objects safely and efficiently. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how dockyards use winches and why Atlas Winch Hire…
Being out on the open water or even safely nestled in the marina is an opportunity to escape the business of daily life whilst taking advantage of the natural resources found in our waterways. Nautical vessels facilitate both relaxing lifestyles and a number of lucrative commercial industries, where pleasure cruises and fishing boats alike are…
Winches can be used in a range of commercial settings, and choosing the right one for your business can be a stressful and time consuming process. Our breakdown of commercial winch equipment is sure to help you make an informed decision. What Is A Winch? A winch is a hauling or lifting device that consists…
Operating and using winch equipment and machinery is a dangerous task. No matter how experienced or well trained you are, there are always safety precautions that you should be taking to ensure the safety of both yourself and your employees. Keep reading to find our top tips to keep you safe around winches. Wearing Gloves…
Of course, when it comes to construction projects, large or small, efficiency is key. We’ve all heard the phrase ‘time is money’ and, though somewhat dramatic, it isn’t far from the truth. In an ideal world, a building project would go smoothly from start to finish, but this isn’t as easy as it sounds. Whether…
A large number of construction projects take place on land, where a lot of time and effort goes into raising tall buildings and properties for a range of uses. But construction is also a huge part of the marine industry, where huge boats and off-shore vessels demand lots of equipment and expertise to assemble and…
Whether it be for oil, construction, gas, or engineering, winch hire is necessary for a wide variety of commercial and industrial projects. Winch and lifting equipment hire can make a project significantly easier to undertake, but it is important to find a winch hire company that you can trust and rely on. Winching is of…
If a project requires you to move heavy loads or equipment from one location to another, rigging equipment makes it easy to do so safely, whether this is on a commercial or industrial site. Rigging can involve the process of securing a load with ropes, cables, and other fittings to ensure this can be lifted…
At Atlas Winch & Hoist Services, we’re a family-owned, family-run business that has been in the winch game for decades. With the Lavery brothers of Denis and Anton firmly at the helm, at Atlas Winch & Hoist Services, we have made an art of delivering specialised and comprehensive winch solutions with excellent customer service to…