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Above All Company Forearm Forklift Lifting Straps, 2-Pack #L74995CN

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Brand: Above All
Category: Home Improvement

List Price: ~~$39.99~~
Buy New: $16.49
You Save: $23.50 (59%)

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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

133 reviews
Sales Rank: 49

Color: Safety Orange
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 4 x 2 x 4

MPN: L74995CN
Model: L74995CN
UPC: 811938001119
EAN: 0811938001119
ASIN: B00005TPUZ

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:

•	Forearm Forklift lifting straps; OSHA certified; reduces weight of objects carried 66 percent
•	Allows you to carry large objects at a low center of gravity; adjustable; 600 pound capacity
•	Heavy-duty nylon; bonded thread at each joint
•	2 straps included
•	112 inches long; 1 pound per pair

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Editorial Reviews:

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

Customer Reviews: Read 128 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Simple Yet Efficient September 1, 2008
D. Horn (Central New Jersey)
This is truly a back saver. It's easy to use, has no moving parts to break and a bargain for the price. Using this item will insure lifting without pain or injury.The adjustment makes it perfect for individuals of varying heights.

5 out of 5 stars

Definately worth the money August 25, 2008
Nick
These helped out tremendously when we moved. We moved mattresses, box frames, entertainment center, the refrigerator, and a very heavy treadmill. It helps since you can maneuver around with them while they "float."

A lady friend of ours helped move the treadmill just to try them out. Not sure about going up/down stairs, but i'd imagine it would be easier if you position the item higher by using the 3rd lowest arm hole.

3 out of 5 stars

helps get the job done August 20, 2008
Teri Knapp (Japan)
This product definitely makes the lifting seem much less, especially if it hurts your fingers to lift heavy furniture. You get a great hold on objects. It's really hard going up and down stairs or ramps, though, because you can't seem to get the right posture.

5 out of 5 stars

You can't beat the price! August 13, 2008
Jeffery M. Bass (Dallas, TX)
These straps work great. They are the same ones sold at double this price elsewhere.

4 out of 5 stars

moving still stinks, but at least it doesn't hurt August 11, 2008
Mr. Ben (mid-michigan)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

These straps are pretty cool, and once you get them set up properly on your arms, you'll be surprised how easy it is to lift dressers and other heavy furniture you previously had to struggle with.
I agree that these do work very well, and for a product under $20 they have saved me a lot of hassle. My dad couldn't stop laughing the first time he used them- a previously troublesome cabinet became a breezy 1 minute move. The ease of maneuvarability made our footing much better as we had to step over rolled up carpets and other construction equipment (you should always make sure your path is clear... you know, for safety.)

However, here are things the Forearm forklifts cannot do or issues I've noticed:
1) It does not make you instantly super-strong. You're still going to be team lifting a very heavy object- if you couldn't lift it before, you won't be able to lift it now. The product helps you lift with larger muscle groups, saves your hands the stress of holding up the object amd allows you to move furniture in a more "back-safe" way, but it doesn't grant the user super-strength (duh).

2) The straps really make it so that you need a third person to help with doors and or navigation (especially up and down stairs). Y'know that trick where you prop the object with your thigh while you turn and push a door open? Well these handy lifting straps essentially lash you to the object, restricting your hands from doing anything but guiding the object you're lifting (which is probably safer, anyway).

Really, a great moving product. Every able bodied group of friends and family should have a pair or two.

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