Archive for category Ascenders/Belay/Rappel

Great Replacement for the Petzl Shunt… the Kong Back-Up

Apr 2

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, equipment, Hardware, Lanyards & Shock Absorbers, Uncategorized | No Comments

This could be old news, but there has been a heightened amount of calls to the office regarding the thoughts on replacing the Petzl Shunt (as a back up during a roped descent). The Petzl ASAP is one suggestion… it tracks well, stops on a dime, easy to use and works with a bunch of different ropes.

Another option is the Kong Back-Up. The Kong Back-Up is designed to be a fall arrester. It is designed to be used on rope with a diameter between 10mm and 12mm. It uses two levers to apply pressure to the rope when it is subjected to a load. It is supplied with a steel carabiner instead of an aluminum carabiner because the weight of the steel carabiner is necessary to slightly engage the larger lever against the rope to keep the Back-Up from sliding under its own weight when there is no load on it. The Back-Up has no teeth on either of the levers to prevent damage to the rope.

http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/videos-kong-back-up-fall-arrest-kit-signet.html
Check out the Video…

Anyway, the Kong Back-Up is substantially less expensive, easy to use, light weight and a solid buy.
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/rrg-kong-backup-dogbones-kit.html

Call us if you have any questions.

Peace

Lance

CMC MPD… A belay device or a pulley system? Go from Lowering to Raising without Changing Hardware…

Mar 28

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Highlines, Pulleys, Rigging Lab, Safety Equipment, Tracklines and Horizontal Rigging, Uncategorized | 2 Comments

The MPD from CMC is designed to be used as a belay device to arrest a falling load should the main line fail. A very common question we field is regarding the “shared tension systems”. Shared tension systems are essentially two lowering systems in place of one lowering system and the belay. If either system should fail, the increased load on the other descent control device will cause an increase in rate of descent. The MPD is an effective belay device capable of safely arresting the load.

During the design process the MPD was given one amazing high efficiency pulley with a One-Way Bearing system to it. Due to the design of the MPD, when using the it as a progress capture and primary pulley during the building of a mechanical advantage system, the efficiency side of the equation is very fluid.

You save a bunch of money and no small amount of weight when you figure the equivalent equipment needed to do what the MPD can do for you and what it gives you. It is faster, simpler, and quicker. The MPD has few components, is less weight and has lower risks involved.

Some of this information was taken from CMC Rope Rescue Field Guide 4th Edition

Peace

Lance

Our Gear Vault

Mar 15

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, DVD and Video, Hardware, Harnesses, Industrial Rope Access, RRG TV Streaming Video, Services & Education, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Uncategorized, Video | No Comments

What is up with all these promotional videos? Who is Red Ibex Films? What is Rescue Response Gear doing these days? The answer really is simple… Yep, that is the answer. SIMPLE. Our desire is to deliver, in whatever way possible, this message… We want your business and would love to work with you. Sometimes that means even when you are not ready to buy “anything” we are still ready to deliver products that you can use.

Red Ibex Films, is RRG’s in-house video team. We film much of our instruction pieces from our workshops and courses in conjunction with Rigging Lab, as well as work really close with our vendors (such as Sterling Rope, Petzl and Rock Exotica).

Red Ibex Films Gear Vault

Our focal point is our customers and we have a ton to offer you. We know we need to earn your trust, and so we go the extra distance to show you that we value you and are willing to invest a lot of time, energy and resources… at the risk of not really knowing you will visit us. We hope you do, but in case you don’t, we want our site and resources to continue to bless the work and play you do.

Peace

Lance

News on the Petzl Shunt

Oct 5

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Arborist & Tree Climbing, Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Industrial Rope Access, Rigging Lab, Rope Access | No Comments

This is just a quick blurb on the status of the Petzl Shunt used in conjunction with the pull cord while in descent. The links will allow you to see Petzl’s, SPRAT’s and Rescue Response Gear’s statements. All three are seen prior to each video.

In the near future Rescue Response Gear and the Rigging Lab will be bringing more on this topic along with some practical solutions for replacing and/or using the Shunt (in an approved manner).

For more information…
Rescue Response Gear

PRI and RRG Present… Team Base Lower Pick Off: Top Side Working Lines Only

Aug 28

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Pulleys, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rope & Cord, search and rescue, Tracklines and Horizontal Rigging | No Comments

This video excerpt was taken during a Peak Rescue Institute (PRI) Specialist course. This technique, Team Based Lower Pick Off, has some advantages over a rappel pick-off; especially with aggressive patients or when the rescuer requires both hands the entire time. Edge transitions are critical.
Shown are the basics of the lowering to raising system. The communication between rescuer and the top side team (via IC) is mandatory. Without this, an SRT (Single Rope Technique) or rappel pick-off could be a better choice.
For more information see…
peakrescue.org or rescueresponse.com

Peak Rescue Day 1 SRT Descending Devices

Aug 27

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel | No Comments

An amazing April day. Sunny and warm and lots of great people learning about rappel devices and working and edge properly.

Descent devices are or can be, a personal preference. They all have pros and cons built in to them. Some are great for pick-offs, general lowers and heavier loads, others can be (as well) but modifications are needed. All descenders or rappel devices here are perfect for single person lower or rappel. This video IS NOT a how to, but a Brand In Use look at what the product looks like when in use. There are certainly different views on SRT (single rope technique) and two rope (main/belay) systems. This video shows both. For more information on techniques and products, go to www.rescueresponse.com.

For More Information visit http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/peak_rescue_institute_rope_rescue_access_training.html

Tags: belay line, cmc rescue, descenders Climbing Mountain Mountains Canyon, descending, descent device, main line, petzl, pmi, rappel, rock exotica, single rope technique, srt, sterling rope, two rope systems, Yates Gear

Rope Access courses at The Rigging Lab

Jun 27

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Industrial Rope Access, Rope Access, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

So what is rope access and why would I need such a “skill”? Great question…
Click here to see the Rope Access Project Trailer

What is Rope Access?
Rope access refers to a set of techniques where ropes and specialized hardware are used as the primary means of providing access and support to workers. Generally a two-rope system is employed: the working rope supports the worker and the safety rope provides back-up fall protection. For More Information….
Why use rope access?
Modern rope access equipment, techniques, and training can be combined to produce an exceptionally safe, versatile, efficient, and cost-effective way to solve vertical access problems.

Course Schedule for Rope Access SPRAT Level 1
Course Schedule for Rope Access SPRAT Level 2

Rope access is safe. Independently-certified rope-access technicians uphold an enviable safety record with no fatalities and few lost time incidents while working on rope.
Rope access is versatile. Technicians can apply the techniques in a wide variety of environments, from confined-space penstocks to massive concrete structures to complicated steel installations. Unlike traditional access methods, custom rope-access solutions can be designed to fit various applications quickly and inexpensively.
Rope access is efficient. Systems are installed and dismantled quickly and often require fewer personnel than traditional access methods. Rapid deployment limits disruption to facility operations by minimizing downtime.
Rope access is economical. Fewer personnel, faster completion, less equipment, and minimal downtime mean lower costs.
Who uses rope access and what are the benefits?
For industrial and commercial inspectors, contractors, consultants, technicians, specialists, steeplejacks, firefighters, arborists, foresters, trainers and related inspector, contractor, consultant, technician, specialist, arborist, forester, steeplejack, and trainer companies or their needs for equipment, gear, team building, supplies or a class, course or program.

For More Information on rope access courses and SPRAT certifications, go to www.rescueresponse.com

Tags: Industrial Rope Access, petzl, Rescue Response Team, Rigging Lab, Rope Access, SPRAT, wind turbines

Gear In Use: Ascent And Decent Videos – Petzl, Sterling Rope

Jan 12

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, equipment, Hardware, Harnesses, Industrial Rope Access, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope & Cord, Rope Access | No Comments

Two videos from Raven Collective Media and Rescue Response Gear shot in the Rigging Lab.

Here is a RAD (rapid ascent and descent) gear in use video. Close in shots of Petzl and Sterling Rope gear being put through their paces.

This video covers a few of the components necessary to ascend a rope… the Petzl Navaho Bod Croll Fast and the Petzl Ascension all being used here.

Petzl Croll:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/petzl_crolls_descenders_ascenders_belays_rappels_B16AAA.html

Petzl Ascension:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/Petzl_Ascension_WR_Right_B17WRA.html

Petzl Navaho Bod Croll Fast:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/petzl_navaho_bod_fast_croll_harnesses_saddles_C71CF0_.htm

Sterling Rope 11mm HTP:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/sterling_superstatic_rope_7_16_11mm_spools_n115060183.html

Tags: belays and rappels, equipment, Industrial Rope Access, petzl, rappel, Raven Collective Media, rescue and rigging, rescue response gear, rope, Rope Access, sterling rope, training

Sterling Rope Canyoneering Gear: Manufacturer Prize Giveaway

Jan 5

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Canyoneering, Hardware, Manufacturer Giveaway, News, Rope & Cord | No Comments

Enter-to-Win Sterling Rope’s Canyoneering Personal Rescue Package when you sign up for our eSpecials & Industry Updates eLetter!

ENTER HERE

The Sterling Rope Canyoneering Personal Rescue Package (retail value $73.90) will be given away by Sterling Rope during the January 2012 Rescue Response Gear “Featured Manufacturer Prize Giveaway“. One winner will be selected for the package. Be sure to sign up for the RRG weekly eLetter. Doing so gives you a chance at winning the Sterling Rope Canyoneering package, RRG’s annual “$100 Gift Certificate” and includes you in our weekly eSpecials and eLetter updates.

Sterling Rope donated the Canyoneering Personal Rescue package (total retail value $73.90) that made this possible.

Thank you, Sterling Rope.

One individual will win the Sterling Rope package on January 15, 2012.

Sterling ATS Rappel & Belay Device
$39.95
ATS
The ATS device (All Terrain Sender) is a versatile belay and rappel device designed for both rock climbing and canyoneering. This unique device accommodates the need for various friction settings on rappel and belay, as well as auto lock-off belay options. The ATS incorporates the best parts of a tube or plate device and a figure 8 with hyper-horns into one compact durable frame.

Sterling Rope Chain Reactor
$23.35
WB174NYCR112
The replacement for the traditional sewn daisy chain. The Chain Reactor absorbs enough energy to withstand three factor 2 drops.

Kayakers: Use as a tow/rescue line

Climbers: Replacement of the daisy chain

Sterling Rope Hollow Block Bound Loop
$10.60
SC060TWHB013
The Hollow Block is a unique sewn prusik or climb heist made from our RIT 900 cord.

Tags: back country, belays and rappels, climbing, giveaway, News, rappel, rescue response gear, sterling rope

Rigging Lab Prices Lowered For Rope Training Courses 2012

Dec 23

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Industrial Rope Access, News Updates, Pulleys, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope & Cord, Rope Access, Safety Equipment, Services & Education, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Wind Turbines | 4 Comments

UPDATE! New Low Price on all Rigging Lab Courses!

Rigging Lab Course | Horizontal Rigging Systems | MAR 26-30 ’12
NEW LOW PRICE Previously $1,215.00 Now $785.00

Rigging Lab Course | Confined Space Entry and Rescue | APR 23-27 ’12
NEW LOW PRICE Previously $1,100.00 Now $785.00

Rigging Lab Course | Wilderness Rigging for Hunters | MAY 21-23 ’12
NEW LOW PRICE Previously $750.00 Now $375.00

More Courses…

Welcome to the

Rigging Lab | The Elite Rope Training Facility of Rescue Response Gear

The Rigging Lab at Rescue Response Rigging Lab of Rescue Response Gear logo jpg image Gear, a state of the art rope access and rope rescue training facility, was designed with your training experience in mind for the purpose of providing top quality, industry standard training in tandem with elite instructors.

In the Rigging Lab our purpose is to teach the technique as well as the physics behind the technique so as to arm students with a complete understanding of the reason behind the action. Our goal is that you come out of the lab exhibiting a comprehensive knowledge of the spectrum of techniques applicable to your niche, with an understanding of the strengths and limits of those techniques, with the decision making capabilities for quick evaluation in applying relevant techniques to real-life scenarios and with the foundation of knowing the “why” behind it all.

Once out of the lab you’ll be equipped for the vertical challenges ahead and sure to come back… guaranteed! Come and rig up.

Training Courses

A broad array of course offerings are available in the Rigging Lab.

To register for one of the below listed courses, click on the course name to link to the ATS Tradeworks website containing the course dates, description, pricing and registration form.

Rigging Physics I (Course Dates: January 30 – February 1, 2012) Closed
Rigging Physics II (Course Dates: February 2 – February 4, 2012) Closed

Rigging Physics 1 & 2 Combo • (Course Dates: January 30 – February 4, 2012) (courses 1 & 2 at extra savings) Enrollment status: Closed

Portable Anchors AHD • Course Dates: February 27 – March 2, 2012 (courses 1, 2 & 3 at extra savings) Enrollment status: Closed
Horizontal Rigging Systems / Highlines • Course Dates: March 26 – March 30, 2012 Enrollment status: Open
Confined Space Entry and Rescue • Course Dates: April 23 – April 27, 2012 Enrollment status: Open
Wilderness Rigging for Hunters • Course Dates: May 21 – May 23, 2012 Enrollment status: Open

More details coming…
Rigging Physics – Instructor Level • July 9 – July 13, 2012

NFPA 1006 Technical Rope Rescue Technician • Course Dates: June 25 – June 29, 2012 Enrollment status: Open

More details coming…

Portable Anchors – AHD • Course Dates: July 30– August 3, 2012
Rope Access Level 1 (SPRAT Compliant) • Course Dates: August 20 – August 21, 2012
Rope Access Level 2 (SPRAT Compliant) • Course Dates: August 22 – August 23, 2012
Rope Access Level 3 (SPRAT Compliant) • Course Dates: August 24 – August 25, 2012
NFPA 1006 Technical Rope Rescue Technician • Course Dates: September 24 – September 26, 2012
Horizontal Rigging Systems / Highlines • Course Dates: October 22 – October 26, 2012

While attending class be sure to take advantage of the first class accommodations available in beautiful Central Oregon.

Student Discounts On Gear

All students attending a training course in the Rigging Lab are eligible for a 10% discount on purchases of select gear when purchased with Rescue Response Gear. Coupon code for website purchases are made available during course attendance.