Vertical fall protection systems

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What is the difference between a vertical rail system and a vertical wire system?

Vertical systems are primarily designed to be mounted on ladders, wind turbines, masts, chimneys and other high climbing structures. The big difference is that when there is a requirement for seamless climbing, where the requirement is that the hands should only be used to climb e.g. on a high ladder in a wind turbine above 13m where the climbing is classified as demanding, the rail system is superior, as it allows the user to climb without interruption. Wire systems usually require an intermediate anchor to be passed which will cause an interruption in the climb. Wire rope systems are the most cost-effective solution and provide the same safety as a rail system. Both rail and wire systems can be bent to follow a structure.

Vertical rail system

Provides great safety at high altitudes for the user. Seamless climbing that allows the user to be constantly connected when moving between different structures, both vertical and horizontal. Vertical rail systems can also be installed at lower angles than horizontal and therefore work well as fall protection in steeply inclined staircases, roller conveyors or other structures where fall protection is required. In the event of a fall in the system, only an ocular inspection will be required before the system is ready to be used again.

When do we recommend a vertical rail system

In the case of high structures where the climbing is considered demanding (usually over 13m), and where it is desired that the fall protection system should change to a horizontal fall protection system, e.g. change from a facade ladder to a roof without switching between different systems.

Vertical wire system

Cost effective way to provide a high level of safety to a user moving between levels in structures where only a vertical fall arrest system is required and where there is no requirement for seamless climbing or transition between levels. In the event of a fall in the system, a visual inspection by an expert is required as components may need to be replaced before the system is ready to be used again.

When do we recommend a vertical wire system

Lower ladders below 13m, where only a vertical fall protection is needed.