RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG

better or best anchors
anchor systems
Lance Piatt

Slack Anchors

Slack Anchors Slack anchor systems are commonly used in rope access, though they appear in other rescue environments as well. Their appeal lies in simplicity—and

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multi point anchors
anchor angles
Lance Piatt

Multi-Point Anchors

Multi-Point Anchors In rope rescue, single-point anchors aren’t always enough. Sometimes they’re weak. Sometimes they’re in the wrong place. And sometimes, they’re simply not there

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anchor straps
Lance Piatt

Single Point Anchors

Single Point Anchors Single point anchors are the foundation of most rope systems. They are simple, fast to deploy, and—when properly selected—extremely effective. Whether using

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anchor selection
Lance Piatt

Anchor Selection in Rope Rescue

Anchor Selection in Rope Rescue Anchor selection is one of the most critical elements in rope rescue. It’s also one of the most nuanced. Choosing

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counterforce anchor system
anchor systems
Lance Piatt

Counterforce Anchor System

Counterforce Anchor System In rope rescue—especially in industrial environments—a counterforce anchor system is used to raise or lower a load by harnessing the tension applied

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contingency anchor system
anchor failure
Lance Piatt

Contingency Anchor Systems

Contingency Anchor Systems In rope rescue, contingency anchor systems serve as critical backups. These systems are designed to take over if the primary anchors fail

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pre tensioned anchors
anchor stability
Lance Piatt

Pre-Tensioned Anchors in Rope Rescue

Pre-Tensioned Anchors In rope rescue and rigging, pre-tensioned anchors refer to anchor points or systems that are intentionally loaded with tension before the main force

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