RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG

Aerial Work Platforms
aerial work platform
Lance Piatt

Aerial Work Platforms

Aerial Work Platforms: Expanding Access at Heights Aerial work platforms (AWPs) have revolutionized how we approach challenging work at heights, enabling access to otherwise unreachable

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Rescue Belays in Industry
ANSI Z359.4
Lance Piatt

Rescue Belays in Industry

Rescue Belays in Industry: Considerations and Practices The concept of a belay as a safety backup in co-worker-assisted rescue often sparks debate, especially among those

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CMC ProSwivel Pulleys
CMC ProSwivel Pulleys
Lance Piatt

CMC ProSwivel Pulleys

CMC ProSwivel Pulleys – Versatility and Performance in Rigging The CMC ProSwivel Pulleys are engineered to elevate the standards of performance and reliability in technical

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Managing Friction in Rope Rigging
Rescue Response Gear Rigging Lab
Lance Piatt

Managing Friction in Rope Rigging

Managing Friction in Rope Rigging Friction is an omnipresent force in rope rigging systems, one that can either work to your advantage or become a

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Team Rescue Techniques
cmc mpd
Lance Piatt

Team Rescue Techniques

Team Rescue Techniques for Hauling and Lowering Effective team rescue operations depend on precision, coordination, and the use of reliable systems. Among the most critical

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Petzl SPIN Swivel Pulleys
arborism
Lance Piatt

Petzl SPIN Swivel Pulleys

Petzl SPIN L1, L2, and L1D Swivel Pulleys Petzl continues to push the boundaries of innovation with the upcoming release of the SPIN series swivel

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Tripod English Reeve Setup
artificial high directional
Lance Piatt

Tripod English Reeve Setup

Elements of a Tripod English Reeve The Tripod English Reeve setup is a cornerstone in technical rescue operations, combining strength, stability, and adaptability. This rigging

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13 mm CMC Clutch by Harken Industrial
anchor-based systems and personal use
Lance Piatt

13 mm CMC Clutch by Harken

  More Is Possible: Introducing the 13 mm CMC Clutch by Harken Industrial The 13 mm CMC Clutch by Harken Industrial is a game-changer in

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English and Norwegian Reeving System
artificial high directional (AHD) such as a Terradaptor or a Vortex
Lance Piatt

English and Norwegian Reeving System

Gear Used in an English Reeving System: An Overview The English Reeving System is a versatile and efficient rigging technique commonly employed in complex rescue

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