| Equipment Type | Capacity Range | Span Range | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tension Load Links | 1te- 500te | Wired & Wireless | Standardized, repetitive lifts |
| Compression Load Cells | 2.5te- 1000te | Wired & Wireless | Structural testing, jack-up, pile driving |
| Crane Scales / Dynos | 0.25te – 250te | Integral Display | Material weighing, container checks |
| Wireless Systems | Multi-point Monitoring | 2.4GHz / Bluetooth | Tandem lifts, barge loadouts, module sets |
About Load Cell Rentals
In any heavy lifting, pulling, or structural testing operation, precision and safety are non-negotiable. Load cells are specialized transducers that convert mechanical force into an electrical signal, providing critical real-time data to help operators make informed safety decisions. This precise measurement helps prevent catastrophic overloads and equipment failures by providing absolute certainty that loads remain within safe limits.
Holloway Houston Inc. (HHI) maintains one of the largest rental fleets of load cells, dynamometers, and crane scales in the Gulf Coast region. Choosing to rent is a cost-effective strategy that removes the long-term investment and maintenance costs of ownership. Whether you're performing a critical offshore lift, tensioning a mooring line, or conducting a mandated proof load test, our equipment is calibrated, certified, and ready for immediate deployment. Headquartered at 5833 Armour Dr, Houston, TX 77020, we back every rental with over 65 years of rigging expertise.
Specialized Rental Load Cell Options
Holloway Houston stocks rigging load cell rental units from trusted manufacturers, designed for demanding industrial applications. These systems support sling verification, center-of-gravity checks, and multi-point lift balancing during crane operations, delivering real-time force data to validate calculated load distribution under actual field conditions.
LMS Tension Load Links
Ideal for mobile applications, these Load Monitoring Systems (LMS) load links are crafted from high-tensile, marine-ready aluminum. This lightweight design ensures ease of handling for technicians in the field while providing reliable tensile load monitoring with an accuracy of <0.5% of the applied load.
LMS Compressive Load Cells
From laboratory settings to hostile marine environments, our stainless steel LMS compressive load cells are designed for high-precision weighing, force measurement, and calibration. Each rental unit is supplied with a domed top and spherical loading cap to ensure load alignment and measurement accuracy.
Straightpoint Wireless Compression Load Cells
Telescopic spreader beams are designed for fast span changes on active applications. Designed with nested sections that slide smoothly to extend or retract the beam length, these units allow adjustments between lifts without full disassembly. This configuration reduces downtime and simplifies rigging transitions in time-sensitive operations.
Straightpoint Compression Load Cells
For specialized lifting challenges, Holloway Rigging provides custom-engineered solutions. Our engineering team collaborates with clients to design and fabricate spreader bars that meet project-specific requirements for capacity, dimensions, and connection points.
Straightpoint Loadlink Plus
Our modular systems, including the proprietary Morbar line, consist of end units and interchangeable strut sections. Modular spreader bar components can be assembled for extended spans and complex multi-point lifts. Modular systems are commonly selected for offshore modules, heavy industrial vessels, and oversized components requiring multiple pick points.
How Holloway Supports Safe Lifting
Safety is the cornerstone of all operations at Holloway Houston. We go above and beyond to ensure every load cell adheres to the highest global standards.
Complete Kits
We supply full sets that include properly rated Shackles, readout displays, cables, and connectors to ensure your kit is site-ready.
Certified Accuracy
Our ISO 9001-certified facility calibrates all load cells to meet strict precision requirements. Every rental includes a current calibration certificate.
Industry Standards
All equipment complies with ASME B30.9, ISO 376, and ASTM E4 regulations.
Expert Guidance
Benefit from the guidance of our experienced rigging engineers for optimal selection and wireless configuration.
Technical Deep Dive: Types of Force Measurement
Understanding the difference between measurement methods is essential for selecting the correct rental unit.
Tension vs. Compression
Tension measurement occurs inline. The load cell is placed between the crane hook and the rigging. It is utilized during "pull" events.
Compression measurement occurs when the load sits directly on top of the sensor. It is utilized during "push" events, such as jacking up a building or weighing a large offshore module on the ground.
Wireless Load Monitoring Systems
Modern rigging often requires monitoring multiple pick points simultaneously. Our wireless multi-point systems eliminate the hazards of cable runs across active lift zones. Data is transmitted to a central tablet or handheld display, allowing a single safety officer to monitor the center of gravity and total weight of a tandem lift in real-time.
Brands We Carry
The quality of your readings depends on the quality of your equipment. We exclusively stock
Load Monitoring Systems (LMS)
Delivering high-precision tools for demanding lifting operations across offshore, marine, and energy industries. Their real-time tracking systems support safe handling and operational efficiency.
Straightpoint (A Crosby-owned company
Bringing a wide selection of load monitoring products featuring fast setup and integration with today’s safety-focused lifting systems.
How to Rent a Load Cell — 3 Simple Steps
The rental process is structured to ensure technical accuracy and timely mobilization.
- Consultation: Call (713) 675-3900 or request a quote online with your required capacity, quantity, and application details.
- Quote:Our specialists select the right load cells, shackles, displays, and accessories for your specific lift or test.
- Mobilization: Calibrated equipment is dispatched from our Houston warehouse, complete with certification and protective cases.
Industries and Service Areas
Holloway serves a wide array of sectors where precision load monitoring is critical:
Construction (Commercial & Civil)
Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore)
Petrochemical & Refining
Power Generation (Traditional & Renewable Energy)
Manufacturing & Industrial Plants
Marine & Shipbuilding
Entertainment & Staging
Mining
Infrastructure & Bridge Projects
Military & Defense
Based at 5833 Armour Dr, Houston, TX 77020, we provide same-day courier service for Gulf Coast projects. We also provide overnight shipping for rental equipment nationwide to support urgent project requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a load cell and a dynamometer?
A load cell is the transducer that converts force into a signal. A dynamometer is the complete instrument that includes the load cell, housing, and an integrated display. The terms are often used interchangeably in rigging.
Do you rent wireless load cells?
Yes. We carry wireless units that transmit data via 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth to handheld displays or tablets, eliminating hazardous cable runs.
Are your rental load cells calibrated?
Yes. Every load cell, dynamometer, and crane scale is calibrated to NIST-traceable standards before each rental cycle.
Can I rent a load cell for one day?
Yes. We offer flexible daily, weekly, monthly, and project-based rental terms to fit your specific timeline.
What capacity load cells do you have for rent?
Our fleet includes tension load links from 1 ton to 300+ tons, compression load cells from 5 tons to 1,000 tons, and crane scales up to 550,000 lbs.
Do you deliver load cells outside of Houston?
Yes. We provide overnight delivery nationwide. For Houston and Gulf Coast projects, same-day delivery is often available.
Can your team operate the equipment on-site?
Yes. Holloway Houston provides on-site technical support. Our certified load test crews can deploy to your job site for equipment setup and data recording.
Do rentals include shackles?
Most of our tension load link rentals are supplied as part of a complete kit, which includes properly rated shackles for the unit's capacity.