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Controlled Descent - Rescue/Evacuation Equipment

Windpower Supply Company offers the most popular rescue and evacuation products used by professionals in the Wind Industry.

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Tractel - Derope Controlled Descent Evacuation/Rescue Systems

Features

• Easy to use, requires minimal training
• Automatically controls rate of descent
• Descent speed of 138 ft/min (42 m/min)
• Capable of multi-person rescues*
• Available with hand crank winch for limited lifting*
  
  *Exclusive feature

Tractel - Derope Model Up E descent device

Features (photo at right):

• Up to 1300ft. (400m) of descent for one person
• Up to 330 ft. (100m) of descent for two persons
• Bracket enables the user to secure the Derope® on ladder rungs
• Gives ability to winch a person

Derope Up E descent device kits with:

• Derope® descent device unit with mounted ladder adapter
• Adjustable lanyard including two PM11Z carabiners - D58U98
• Edge roller - K072586K
• T-bar - K5TBAR/K
• Stopfor® A rope grab - WA58
• Rescue bag - XB26168
• 6' Anchor Sling - V4135

Model	Description
KT230/WKE	230 ft (70 m) Derope rescue system
KT280/WKE	280 ft (85 m) Derope rescue system
KT300/WKE	300 ft (90 m) Derope rescue system
KT330/WKE	330 ft (100 m) Derope rescue system

Derope Up E descent device kits with:

• Derope® descent device unit with mounted ladder adapter
• Adjustable lanyard including two PM11Z carabiners - D58U98
• Edge roller - K072586K
• Rescue bag - XB26168

Model	Description
KT230/WK	230 ft (70 m) Derope rescue system
KT280/WK	280 ft (85 m) Derope rescue system
KT300/WK	300 ft (90 m) Derope rescue system
KT330/WK	330 ft (100 m) Derope rescue system
K7330/WK	330 ft (100 m) Derope rescue system

Tractel - Derope Up A descent device

Features (photo at right):

• Up to 1,300 ft (400 m) of descent for one person
• Up to 330 ft (100 m) of descent for two persons
• Gives ability to winch a person up to a maximum of 26 ft (8 m)

Derope Up A descent device kits include:

• Derope® descent device unit
• 6-ft. (1.8 m) vinyl covered wire rope sling – V4173
• 3/4-in. (19 mm) carbon steel autolocking carabiner, 5,000 lbs. – PM11Z
• J-knife – KSOS
• Rescue/rope bag – XB23144 or XB26168

Model	Description
KT7200/AK	200 ft (60 m) Derope rescue system
KT7300/AK	300 ft (90 m) Derope rescue system
KT7400/AK	400 ft (120 m) Derope rescue system

 

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Controlled Descent – Rescue/Evacuation Equipment

DBI Sala - Rollgliss® R500 Descender

The Rollgliss® R500 offers the choice of controlled descent rescue, evacuation or the versatility of assisted rescue with lifting capabilities. This state-of-the-art, fully automatic controlled descent device sets new standards of performance and safety in the rescue market. 

The system excels in handling, technology, function, safety and versatility – even under the most difficult conditions. The R500 is the result of 50 years of experience in the manufacture and practical use of safety and rescue systems, and has been examined and tested in adherence to the very latest global regulations.

The Rollgliss® R500 provides quick and safe operation with superior technology and design. The system can be used for rescue and evacuation from heights up to 1,000 ft. (300m) for one user 310 lb. (140kg) or 330 ft (100m) for two users totaling 550 lbs. (248kg). 

It features 9.5mm super static kernmantle rope, and is configured with connecting hardware at each end of the lifeline. 

This configuration allows the R500 to operate in both directions - one end of the lifeline descends as the other ascends readying the system for another rescue. 

During assisted-rescue scenarios, a fallen worker can be attached to the R500 device, raised to a point that allows their fall arrest device to be removed, then lowered to the ground safely.

Watch the Rollgliss 500® in action:

Features

• Unique solution for emergency rescue and evacuation from a wide range of elevated work areas.
• Versatile system is ideal for self rescue, multiple evacuations or even assisted rescues – rated for two person rescue.
• Compact & lightweight design with fully automatic controlled descent (3ft. / .9m per second) enables fast and safe rescue.
• Optional lifting wheel helps facilitate safe assisted rescue from a distance.
• Fast installation and easy operation enables efficient and effective rescue.
• Device is designed from high-quality- and corrosion resistant materials for maximum performance.
• Meets or exceeds global standards including OSHA, ANSI and CSA.