| Above All Co. L74995CN Forearm Forklift Lifting Straps | 
| Brand: Above All
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $40.00
Buy New: $11.99
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Rating:  180 reviews
Color: Safety Orange
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 4 x 2 x 4
MPN: L74995-RSB
Model: L74995CN
UPC: 012333015453
EAN: 0811938001119
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Adjustable orearm lifting straps reduces weight | | • | 700-pound capacity | | • | Heavy-duty nylon | | • | 2 straps included | | • | 112 inches long; 1 pound per pair |
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Product Description
Above All Co. The Forearm Forklift moving straps were designed in 1997 by a professional mover who is still very active in the industry. After many years "on the truck" he felt compelled to invent a tool that actually eliminated the risk of floor damage. A claim that only the Forearm Forklift can make since the dolly and hand truck require the rolling of wheels on your sensitive floors. Coincidentally, he also designed them ergonomically to encourage proper lifting techniques and body mechanics. They are actually the first and only OSHA accepted moving tool ever to reduce potential injuries due to heavy and repetitive lifting.
Benefits:
- Reduces weight of item being carried by 66%
- Creates handles on any hard-to-handle pieces
- Great for going up and down most stairs or truck ramps
- Tight turning radius (excellent for 90 degree turns in hallways and switchbacks in staircases)
- Will never scratch wood floors, break tile, stain carpets or rip vinyl (linoleum)
The Forearm Forklift was awarded "Best New Product of the Year 1999" by the Industrial Equipment News whose constituents are solely top professionals in the business.
Specification:
- Adjustability: up to 48 inches
- Weight Capacity: 600 pounds per pair (tested at 2,720 pounds)
- Material: super strength webbing, bonded thread at each joint and padding in each insert
- Padding: felt for comfort in any adjusted length
- Color: improved/changed to safety orange
- Dimensions: 9 feet 4 inches long
- Weight: 1 pound per pair
- Package Dimensions: 8 inches wide by 9 inches tall by 2.5 inches deep
- Package Contents: 2 straps
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| Customer Reviews:
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They help... March 9, 2010
Shizon
the straps help with certain items with no grips but doesn't make moving SUPER easy.
Saved my back March 1, 2010
dkata (Walnut Creek CA)
I bought this to help move several large couches. I could have used a dolly and tilted the couch onto it, but this worked well and saved me from having to bend over and hurt my back. (Keep your back straight when lifting.) I'd use this only on flat surfaces and not on stairs. I wouldn't use this item as depicted in the advertising photo (i.e. lifting a tall armoire up some stairs), but otherwise I am pleased with the product.
 Love them! January 28, 2010
DIY MJ (Detroit, MI)
I was a bit skeptical too, but had an Amazon gift card to use, so I decided to try them. They are awesome! My husband and I often have to move heavy things, and I always struggle -- not because I lack the general strength, but because I'm always relying on my fingertips to support a piece of furniture. The forearm forklift puts the weight on your arms, and not your hands/fingers, making things so much easier to lift and carry. I like them so much that I just bought a pair for my brother, and will get some for my Dad as well.
We have used them on stairs without too much of an issue - it is just a matter of balance, like anything else. It's still a hundred times easier than carrying it by hand. I would definitely recommend!
They Work Great!!! January 23, 2010
Daphne A. Donaldson (Alabama)
We used them the first time with a peice of furniture that you could not get a grip on to lift. They worked great. Even with the height difference between my husband and me. I truly recommend them.
Great straps, but takes a little getting used to January 23, 2010
Tekon (CA, USA)
I've used this straps many times, at first it was awkward, and not very intuitive.
But eventually I got used to lifting with the inner elbow, and hands clasped around the corner of the furniture. My arms probably has a 20 degree angle(perpendicular to the ground, not 45) It's definitely worth the purchase.
Getting the optional 3.5ft Extension Strap is crucial for picking up large piece of furniture, like long dresser, or tall entertainment center.
(Actually this is what makes it worthwhile, because smaller items usually aren't much of an issue for 2 movers, but larger items that are loaded up can be, take it fro me, I've been 6years in business and counting)
You'll amaze yourselves with what you can carry!
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