The V Anchor System in Industrial Rope Access 1. Why the V Anchor? The V anchor is a versatile and efficient method for configuring anchor points, allowing users to select a focal point that aligns with the desired place of work. It is ideal for scenarios where precision is critical. Versatility: Applicable in various configurations, […]
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How to Set Up a V Anchor System for Friction-Heavy Top Rope Top Belay The V Anchor System offers versatility for climbing and rescue applications, but managing friction and mechanical advantage is crucial in certain setups. This guide addresses the challenges of a top rope top belay system with a V anchor, highlighting how friction
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V Anchor Top Rope Bottom Belay The V Anchor System is a simple yet versatile solution for climbing and rescue operations. When paired with anchor bolts, it becomes an efficient and safe setup for top rope bottom belay climbs, offering reliability and eliminating single points of failure. This guide explains how to build and use
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Friction in Climber Rescue Mechanical advantage systems are a cornerstone of climbing and rescue rigging, providing the means to move loads with less effort—or so we’ve traditionally thought. Richard Delaney of Rope Lab, in collaboration with the Rigging Lab Academy, explores how friction can undermine the effectiveness of a well-known mechanical advantage system, revealing hard
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