💪Lifting a 120,000-pound load requires careful planning and specialized equipment.
🏆Using a three-part line and heavy-duty chain allows us to safely distribute the weight.
⚙️Rigging techniques such as deadlifting and swinging are crucial for positioning the load.
🚛Having the right equipment, like Big Flipper, is essential for heavy lifting operations.
👨🔧Teamwork and coordination are key to ensuring a successful and safe lift.
How much does the load weigh?
—The load weighs 120,000 pounds.
What equipment do you use for the lift?
—We use Big Flipper, a custom three-part line, and heavy-duty chain.
What are the risks involved in lifting such a heavy load?
—Lifting a load of this weight requires careful planning and consideration of equipment capabilities to ensure safe operations.
How do you distribute the weight to ensure a safe lift?
—We use a three-part line and heavy-duty chain to distribute the weight evenly and reduce strain on individual components.
What techniques do you use to position the load?
—We use rigging techniques such as deadlifting and swinging to position the load correctly.
00:00Introduction at LAX with the challenge of lifting a 120,000-pound load using Big Flipper.
17:25Update on the rigging, including the use of a three-part line and heavy-duty chain.
19:19Frustration as a mishap occurs during the lift.
