Ladder Rung Clamps

Ladder Rung Clamps are mounting brackets which attach the carrier rail to the ladder or tower cross members at the top and bottom of the full installation, as well as every 6' in between (aluminum rail is attached at 4' intervals). The clamps are available in Galvanized, Stainless Steel or Aluminum to match the rail material. Rung Clamps come complete with attaching hardware. Attaching brackets for special applications such as poles are also available.

The North Y-lanyard is an energy absorbing component which can be used in a variety of configuration to make a “shock absorbing” lanyard to suit your needs. The Y-lanyard gives the user 100% tie when they are climbing ladders or have to transverse around an obstruction. The controlled tearing action of the soft pak has been proven again and again over the years of service to limit the energy of a fall to less than 900lbs (4 kN). Engineered and tested for reliability, the soft pak provides peace of mind. Soft pak is engineered to meets or exceed the performance criteria set by ANSI OSHA and CSA for energy absorbers.

The Saf-T-Lanyard allows a worker to attach to the structure, ladder rungs, stringers, or other suitable anchor points, when detached from the security of the Saf-T-Climb equipment. It can also be used to aid in rescuing a worker who is unconscious or disabled during a down-hole climb. When the lanyard is attached to the Saf-T-Climb Harness, a worker can be pulled to safety. The lanyard is made of 5/8" diameter nylon rope with double-locking snap hooks at each end. It is a shock absorbing device which allows for gradual deceleration, reducing shock loads to below 4 kn as required by OSHA 1910.66 appendix "C", ANSI Z359.1-1992 and CSA Z259.11-m92. Deceleration during a fall is provided by tear stitch type webbing. The lanyard can be adjusted in length from 36" to 72". This device cannot be reused once a fall has occurred. The lanyard also meets the requirements of OSHA 1915 and 1926.

With an integrated belt, The Saf-T-Climb Harness (for ANSI Type III systems) is designed to distribute the impact forces of a fall over the thighs, buttocks, chest and shoulders. The harness is designed to perform optimally with the Saf-T-Climb fall prevention system. The harness, constructed of woven nylon, features forged steel buckles, front and back "D" rings, sliding shoulder rings and adjustable padded straps. The Harness Combo meets CSA Z259.10-M90, Z259.1-95 and ANSI Z359.1-1992(R1999), A10.14-1991.

The Saf-T-Pivot dismount section dramatically reduces the danger workers encounter when dismounting at the top of a ladder. It is designed to extend 4' 6" above floor level. The climber can rotate completely around the rail in order to gain safe footing BEFORE detaching from the system. The sleeve can then be removed from the top of the rail if desired. Standard dismount sections are a minimum of 8', but longer custom lengths are available; call the factory for details. Recommended for every installation where a worker dismounts at the top of a climb. Removable Pivots available for climbs with Hatches.

Saf-T-Mount Section

The Saf-T-Mount section is a unique device that allows the climber to dismount from the Saf-T-Climb system at predetermined points along the climb without jeopardizing safety. The worker may pivot 90° from the climb onto a platform or other safe work area before detaching from the system. The Sleeve can then be removed from the rail so that the climber may continue the climb on another ladder or other workers may pass on the same ladder. For maximum safety, before dismounting or remounting, the climber should be secured by a lanyard to a suitable anchor point. The Saf-T-Mount section is designed for permanent installation within the Saf-T-Notch rail at any desired point and must be included when the system is originally installed. Saf-T-Mount Sections are not required at the beginning or the end of a climb.

The Saf-T-Mount Section can be used in a variety of work situations. Examples include: work sites where more than one climber is required to work at different levels of the some climb; above water where the surface level may change; installed at intervals on climbs within chimneys where manlifts are used to allow access to the carrier rail for emergency exits; in the grain storage industry where emergency escape from silos and storage bins may be required. The Saf-T-Mount Section is 9" long replacing 6" of rail. It is available in Galvanized, Stainless Steel or Aluminum.

The Saf-T-Pivot Rest Piece allows the climber to turn 90° in order to stand safely on a rest platform. The sleeve will rotate on the rail, but cannot be disengaged. This provides for the climber's safety while gaining safe footing on the platform. The Saf-T-Pivot Rest Piece is especially useful on very long climbs, where platforms are provided for rest only. The 3' long Rest Piece must be installed with the original equipment.

The Saf-T-Climb Storage box stores two sleeves and two harnesses close to the ladder so that the climbers can access the equipment quickly while keeping the equipment safe from unauthorized users.

Features

• Water-tight
• Mounts to structure
• Sheet steel construction which is powder coated
• Latch accepts standard padlock

Benefits

• User equipment stored in dry environment.
• Quick, easy installation, no welding.
• Maintenance-free, rust proof.
• Ensures key-safe, by authorized climbers only.

The Saf-T-Notch Removable Extension is installed on ladders used to descend to lower levels or to ascend upwards through a hatch where permanent installation of an extension is undesirable. The kit extends the Saf-T-Notch Rail above the ground or roof level and allows the climber to attach to the Saf-T-Climb system before descending, or to remain attached to the system after ascending through a hatch. This insures the climber's continued safety when mounting or dismounting the ladder. When not in use, the extension can be removed so a manhole cover, hatch or grate can be replaced over the opening.

Removable Extension Kits come in Galvanized, Stainless Steel or Aluminum and can be ordered in two lengths for ease of use in either downhole climbs or uphole climbs. The Removable Extension rail for a is 4'6" long. The Rail for an uphole climb is 3'6" long.

Extension Kit components:

1. Standard Saf-T-Notch rail: 4-1/2' length (or 3-1/2' for uphole climbs) with top 2' of guide channel removed to permit Saf-T-Lok Sleeve to turn 360°.
2. Tie Down Rod with either standard top knob or Quick Release: Assembly with rod threaded at bottom to attach to the Mandril.
3. Mandril: Permanently installed 6" inside of the top section of the Saf-T-Notch rail. Solid bar machined on both ends, drilled and tapped at the top, to accept the Tie Down Rod. Secured in place with two cap screws.

Use of one extension rail at multiple sites will require the permanent installation of a Mandril on each ladder.

Removable Extension Kits With Quick Release Tie-Down Rods

This time-saving feature facilitates the use of the Removable Extension Kit by several climbers who may be working at the same job site together, but who need to get on and off the same ladder at different times. The Quick Release Feature for Removable Extension Kits (as shown in the inset at right) replaces the knob at the top of the Tie-Down Rod. The device will allow easy mounting and dismounting of the Saf-T-Lok Sleeve onto the Extension Carrier Rail by multiple climbers on the same climb during the same work session. The spring-loaded lever pushes out of the way into the machined cavity in the device. Once the lever has been disengaged in this manner, the Sleeve will easily slip on or off the Extension Rail without the removal of the Tie-down Rod. When the pin is "at rest" (or fully extended) it will prevent the Sleeve from accidentally slipping off of the Extension Rail by itself.

The Removable Extension Rail and Tie Down Rod are portable and can be used on any ladder where a Mandril has been permanently installed. To use, slide the Saf-T-Lok Sleeve onto the Removable Extension Rail and place the rail over the Mandril on the ladder. Removable rail is secured to the ladder by tightening the threaded Tie Down Rod into the Mandril. The Saf-T-Lok Sleeve is then attached to the climber's Saf-T-Climb Harness while both feet are firmly planted on a solid surface. The climber pivots into position on the ladder, ready for descent, using the Removable Extension Rail as a safety hand hold.

Tower Leg Brackets: fits 1-1/2" to 8" angle iron. Specify angle iron size and whether 60° or 90° angle. Includes "J" bolts, nuts, washers and locknuts.	Weld-on Brackets: for all shape poles 3"or more in diameter and horizontal applications. Includes mounting bolt.
Two-Way Pole Bands: for poles from 3" to 24" in diameter, including tapered poles. Includes bolts, nuts and washers.	Wood Pole Brackets: for any diameter wood pole. Includes four 3/8" x 2 lag screws and mounting bolt.

Poles, tower legs, ladders with unusual rung configurations and some other types of installations will require special brackets. Mounting brackets are available to meet most needs and are in stock for immediate shipment. In addition, if your installation requires unusual attachment, we will fabricate the custom brackets. These brackets must be installed at the top and bottom of the full climb and every 4' in between. Bracket types include: