Welding and fabrication shops move heavy steel, awkward frames, fabricated assemblies, fixtures, pipe, plate, and shop-built components every day. The right rigging gear helps your crew lift, position, flip, and move those loads with more control.
Advantage Rigging supplies chain slings, manual hoists, come alongs, chain falls, shackles, lifting hooks, latch kits, nylon slings, polyester round slings, and rigging hardware for welding shops, fabrication teams, steel shops, repair bays, and industrial maintenance crews.
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Rigging Gear Welding and Fabrication Shops Use Most
Fabrication work is full of heavy, awkward, and uneven loads. A shop may need a chain sling for lifting steel assemblies, a shackle for a connection point, a come along for pulling or positioning, or a synthetic sling when a finished surface needs more protection.
Whether your crew is moving steel beams, lifting frames, positioning parts for welding, loading finished assemblies, or replacing worn hardware, Advantage Rigging helps you find the gear that fits the work.
Shop by Product Type
Chain Slings
Durable lifting slings for steel, frames, fabricated assemblies, and rugged shop lifting work.
Shop Chain Slings
Hoists, Come Alongs, and Chain Falls
Manual lifting and positioning gear for shop work, assembly, repair, and maintenance jobs.
Shop Hoists
Shackles
Rigging shackles for lifting connections, sling setups, and fabricated steel handling.
Shop Shackles
Lifting Hooks
Sling hooks, grab hooks, slip hooks, and other lifting hooks for rigging setups.
Shop Lifting Hooks
Latch Kits
Replacement safety latch kits for chain sling hooks and rigging hardware that needs service.
Shop Latch Kits
Nylon and Polyester Slings
Flexible lifting slings for finished pieces, painted parts, and loads that need surface protection.
Shop Nylon SlingsChain Slings for Welding and Fabrication Shops
Chain slings are often one of the most useful pieces of lifting gear in a welding or fabrication shop. They are built for rugged work and are commonly used when crews need to lift heavy steel, fabricated frames, industrial parts, and shop-built assemblies.
Fabrication shops may use chain slings for:
- Lifting steel frames
- Moving fabricated assemblies
- Handling beams, plates, and heavy parts
- Loading finished steel components
- Positioning welded structures
- Supporting repair and industrial maintenance work
When choosing a chain sling, confirm the chain grade, working load limit, sling length, number of legs, hook style, connection points, load weight, and sling angle.
Hoists, Come Alongs, and Chain Falls for Shop Positioning
Welding and fabrication shops often need more than a straight lift. Sometimes a part needs to be pulled, held, raised, lowered, or positioned while the crew lines up the next step.
Advantage Rigging carries lever hoists, also called come alongs, and manual chain hoists, often called chain falls.
Lever Hoists / Come Alongs
Lever hoists are useful for pulling, positioning, tensioning, and controlled movement in tighter spaces.
- Positioning fabricated parts
- Pulling or aligning components
- Holding parts during fit-up
- Maintenance and repair work
- Controlled movement in shop or field settings
Available capacities: 3/4, 1, 1.5, 3, 6, 9, and 12 tons.
Available lift lengths: 5, 10, 15, or 20 feet.
Chain Hoists / Chain Falls
Chain hoists are commonly used for vertical lifting in fabrication shops, repair bays, assembly areas, and industrial facilities.
Available capacities: 1/2, 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 5, 7.5, and 10 tons.
Available lift lengths: 10, 15, 20, or 30 feet.
Custom lift lengths are available on request. Call 480-502-2225 for details.
Shackles for Rigging Connections
Shackles are a key connection point in many fabrication shop rigging setups. They help connect slings, hooks, lifting points, and hardware during shop lifting, loading, and positioning work.
- Connecting slings to lifting points
- Supporting shop lifting setups
- Replacing worn connection hardware
- Handling steel and fabricated parts
- Securing or positioning loads
Before use, confirm the shackle type, working load limit, pin condition, markings, fit, and application.
Lifting Hooks for Fabrication Work
Lifting hooks are used in chain sling assemblies and rigging setups throughout welding and fabrication shops. The right hook depends on the sling, load, connection point, and work being done.
Hooks may be used for:
- Chain sling assemblies
- Steel lifting setups
- Load attachment points
- Replacement rigging hardware
- Shop and field lifting applications
If a hook is worn, bent, cracked, damaged, or no longer fits the application, remove it from service and confirm the correct replacement before using it again.
Latch Kits for Chain Sling Hooks
Latch kits are separate from hooks, and they matter. A worn, missing, or damaged latch can take gear out of service until the right replacement is installed.
Replacement latch kits can help fabrication shops:
- Replace worn or damaged hook latches
- Keep chain sling hooks functioning properly
- Maintain usable rigging hardware
- Avoid replacing a full hook when only the latch kit is needed
- Stock common replacement parts for shop use
Before replacing a latch kit, confirm the hook type, manufacturer, size, and correct latch kit match. If the hook itself is damaged, bent, cracked, or heavily worn, the hook may need replacement instead.
Nylon and Polyester Slings for Finished or Sensitive Loads
Chain is a strong choice for rough fabrication work, but not every lift calls for chain. Nylon and polyester slings can be helpful when flexibility or surface protection matters.
- Handling painted or finished components
- Lifting parts that need a softer contact point
- Moving irregular shapes
- Reducing surface damage
- Supporting general shop lifting
Always confirm the working load limit, sling condition, lift angle, edge protection, and load shape before using any synthetic sling.
Common Welding and Fabrication Shop Uses
Welding and fabrication shops often use rigging gear for:
- Lifting steel frames and fabricated assemblies
- Moving beams, plate, pipe, and heavy components
- Positioning parts during fit-up and welding
- Loading finished assemblies for transport
- Handling shop-built fixtures and equipment
- Replacing worn hooks, latches, shackles, or connectors
- Supporting maintenance and repair work inside the shop
A heavy steel assembly may call for a chain sling. A finished or painted part may need a synthetic sling. A part that needs to be pulled into position may need a lever hoist. The best setup depends on the load, the lift, and the conditions.
Translation: steel is heavy, gravity is rude, and guessing is not a plan.
How to Choose Rigging Gear for Fabrication Work
Before buying rigging gear for a welding or fabrication shop, consider:
- Load weight
- Load shape
- Lift direction
- Connection points
- Sling angle
- Working load limit
- Sharp edges
- Heat exposure
- Surface protection needs
- Shop vs. field use
- Replacement part needs
- Manufacturer instructions and safety requirements
Not sure what you need? Call 480-502-2225 and Advantage Rigging can help point you toward the right gear.
Safety and Inspection Reminder
Rigging gear should be inspected before use and removed from service if there are signs of damage, heavy wear, deformation, missing identification, broken latches, damaged hooks, cracks, cuts, severe corrosion, or other concerns.
Before lifting, always confirm:
- Working load limit
- Sling angle
- Equipment condition
- Proper connection points
- Load stability
- Applicable safety requirements
- Manufacturer instructions
- Shop safety rules
This page is meant to help buyers understand common product types and use cases. It is not a substitute for trained rigging judgment, qualified inspection, or required safety procedures.
When in doubt, stop and verify before lifting.
Why Welding and Fabrication Shops Buy from Advantage Rigging
Advantage Rigging makes it easier for welding shops, fabrication crews, and industrial teams to find lifting and rigging gear without wasting time digging through the wrong products.
Advantage Rigging offers:
- Chain slings
- Hoists, come alongs, and chain falls
- Shackles
- Lifting hooks
- Latch kits
- Nylon slings
- Polyester round slings
- Rigging hardware
- Custom lift lengths available on request for hoists
- Product support from a knowledgeable team
- Online ordering at advantagerigging.com
- Local support from Gilbert, Arizona
- Nationwide shipping
Advantage Rigging
1482 W Scott Ave Suite 101
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Phone: 480-502-2225
Email: info@advantagerigging.com
Website: advantagerigging.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What rigging gear do welding and fabrication shops need?
Welding and fabrication shops commonly use chain slings, hoists, come alongs, chain falls, shackles, lifting hooks, latch kits, nylon slings, polyester round slings, and other rigging hardware. The right gear depends on the load, lift type, connection points, and shop conditions.
Are chain slings good for fabrication shops?
Chain slings are commonly used in fabrication shops because they are durable and useful for heavy steel, fabricated assemblies, frames, and rough-use lifting. Always confirm the working load limit, sling angle, chain grade, and condition before use.
Should a fabrication shop use chain slings or synthetic slings?
Chain slings are often a strong fit for heavy, rugged steel lifting. Nylon and polyester slings may be better when a finished or painted surface needs more protection. The right choice depends on the load, surface, edges, lift angle, and working load limit.
Are lever hoists and come alongs the same thing?
In many shop settings, yes. A lever hoist is often called a come along. Lever hoists are commonly used for pulling, positioning, tensioning, and controlled movement.
When should a latch kit be replaced?
A latch kit should be replaced when the latch is missing, damaged, bent, worn, sticking, or not closing as intended. Always confirm the replacement latch kit matches the hook type, size, and manufacturer requirements.
How often should rigging gear be inspected?
Rigging gear should be inspected before use and according to applicable safety standards, manufacturer guidance, and workplace requirements. Any gear with damage, missing identification, heavy wear, deformation, broken parts, or questionable condition should be removed from service until properly reviewed.
Can Advantage Rigging help me choose the right gear?
Yes. If you are not sure which chain sling, hoist, shackle, hook, latch kit, or synthetic sling fits your shop, contact Advantage Rigging. The team can help point you toward the right product based on your needs.
Shop Rigging Gear for Welding and Fabrication Shops
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Shop chain slings, hoists, come alongs, chain falls, shackles, lifting hooks, latch kits, nylon slings, polyester round slings, and rigging hardware online at Advantage Rigging.
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