Sheave Block Overview | Snatch Block Pulley for Rigging & Winch Lines

Learn how sheave blocks — also known as snatch blocks or pulley blocks — make lifting, pulling, and rigging safer and more efficient. In this video, the LGH team breaks down how these heavy-duty pulleys help redirect lines, reduce force, and increase control on your job site. A sheave block uses one or more grooved wheels to change the direction of a rope or wire rope. A snatch block is a specific type of sheave block that opens on one side, letting you insert the line without feeding it through the end — saving major time on the job. ⚙️ In This Video, You’ll Learn: • What is a sheave block? • What makes snatch blocks different • How multi-sheave systems increase lifting power • Redirecting load paths with a snatch block pulley • Hook-top vs. shackle-top options • Capacities, wire rope sizes, and heavy-duty construction • Where sheave blocks are used: cranes, winches, utilities, machinery installs, heavy haul & more • Safety checks before each lift 💪 Why LGH Sheave Blocks? • Capacities from 2 tons to 150 tons • Wire rope sizes from 5/16 in. to 3 in. • Built for industrial-grade durability • Trusted brands like Crosby, Gunnebo Johnson, McKissick, and Skookum You’ll find these blocks used on construction lifts, tower crane setups, utility winch lines, industrial machinery moves, cable tensioning, and more. 👉 Need help choosing the right sheave block or snatch block pulley? Visit https://www.rentlgh.com or call our team for expert guidance. #SheaveBlock #SnatchBlock #RiggingEquipment #LiftingEquipment #HeavyDutyRigging #PulleyBlock #SnatchBlockPulley #SheavePulley #CranesAndRigging #ConstructionEquipment #IndustrialRigging #LoadHandling #CraneOperations #LGH #WinchLine