Which Pulley Can Lift Heavy Loads?
Feb 11th 2026
A Buyer’s Guide to Blocks & Snatch Blocks
If you’re lifting or pulling serious weight, you’re usually not looking for a light-duty “pulley.” You’re looking for a rigging block or a snatch block—built for industrial loads, wire rope, and real jobsite conditions.
In this guide you’ll learn:
What “heavy-duty pulley” really means in rigging terms (blocks vs. pulleys)
How to choose the right block/snatch block for your load and line…