Break Test of BGebs Knot Abstract Our intent was to test a beat up, old GREEN spanset (rated at vertical pull WWL 5,300 lbf; MBS 26,500) to failure using the BGebs Knot in conjunction with the RamLock. This information will be used to evaluate the overall efficiency of the BGebs Knot when compared against the […]
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By: Marcel Rodriguez In my teaching, I am fortunate to work with many new and aspiring rope rescue enthusiasts. I really enjoy introducing new students to all of the wonders of rope work and rigging and thoroughly appreciate the courses and focused seminars I am able to teach. As exciting as structured training can be,
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Moving Beyond 10:1 Static System Saftey Factor Moving Beyond 10:1 SSSF Introducing Force Limiting Systems and Managing the Right Risk at the Right Time ITRS 2014 By: Kirk Mauthner, British Columbia, Canada, kirk.mauthner@gmail.com Abstract: Most rope rescuers are aware or familiar with the concept of applying a safety factor – such as 10:1 – to
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Two Rope System The Two Rope System is used as an alternative to deflection lines or Tyrolean traverses when spanning large gaps. It incorporates two main lines and two belay lines that work together. While one system lowers, the other raises. When the haul becomes to difficult for the hauling team, the lowering team simply
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The Rock Exotica specialty carabiners offer the same high quality you’d expect from the one who has refined the carabiner far beyond the offerings of other manufacturers. Among the benefits of Rock Exotica’s specialty carabiners are the design which provides for application to unique situations. Rock Exotica has refined the carabiner far beyond the offerings
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The Rock Exotica steel carabiners offer the same high quality you’d expect from the one who has refined the carabiner far beyond the offerings of other manufacturers. Among the benefits of Rock Exotica’s steel carabiners are the design which allows for relatively compact and lightweight carabiners to super strong and extremely lightweight carabiners. Rock Exotica
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Rock Exotica’s Carabiner Gate Design Advantages, an RRG Signet Series presentation highlighting some of the advantages Rock Exotica’s gate design offers. Rock Exotica has refined the carabiner far beyond the offerings of other manufacturers. Our carabiners offer features you cannot get anywhere else: — Highest inward gate/sleeve strength to reduce risk of something levering against
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