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Clutch in a Twin Tension Rope System
A twin tension rope system is the current best practice for building
Lance Piatt

Clutch in a Twin Tension Rope System

Double Clutch: Using the Clutch in a Twin Tension Rope System (TTRS) The CMC Clutch, with its revolutionary design and versatility, has become an essential

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Lowering and Hauling with the Clutch
CLUTCH 11MM LOWERING & HAULING
Lance Piatt

Lowering and Hauling with the Clutch

Lowering and Hauling with the Clutch The CMC Clutch has quickly become a cornerstone for modern rigging teams, offering unparalleled versatility and efficiency. Whether lowering

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and wilderness environment
Lance Piatt

The New SMC TerrAdaptor Space Station

The New SMC TerrAdaptor: Space Station of Rigging The SMC TerrAdaptor has long been recognized as a versatile and reliable artificial high directional (AHD) in

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Two Tension Rope System
petzl technical rope rescue systems
Lance Piatt

Two Tension Rope System

Recommended Rope Systems: Two-Tension Rope System (TTRS) for Raise and Lower Operations In the world of technical rope rescue, the Two-Tension Rope System (TTRS) has

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carabiner and accessories
Lance Piatt

Choosing A Carabiner

Choosing a Carabiner: Insights for Rigging and Rescue Carabiners are a cornerstone of rigging and rescue operations. Their role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability

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How to calculate mechanical advantage
calculate mechanical advantage
Lance Piatt

How to Calculate Mechanical Advantage

Ascenders and Clamps: Calculating Mechanical Advantage Understanding the function and mechanics of ascenders and clamps is crucial in rope rigging, rescue operations, and climbing applications.

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Calculating Mechanical Advantage
1:1 HAUL SYSTEM
Lance Piatt

Calculating Mechanical Advantage

How to Calculate Mechanical Advantage with Petzl Gear In technical rope systems, mechanical advantage (MA) is the key to minimizing effort while maximizing efficiency. Petzl,

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