What are RAPTOR Rope Access Needles?
RAPTOR Needles are an Australian made product and designed as a rope access anchorage device where access over non load bearing parapets, balustrades and lightweight curtain walls is required. Rope access is commonly required for building inspections and general maintenance of external facades, windows and equipment that cannot be accessed from a platform or enclosed safety system.
RAPTOR Needles are designed to withstand a 12kN rope access load and have a serviceability load limit of 400kg. Each RAPTOR Needle is designed to be used by a single operator at any one time.
Needles work well on metal deck roofs where the load on the roof deck needs to be spread to avoid any damage to the roof area. As the RAPTOR Needle is modular in design, it can be configured in length, height and movement providing a fit for purpose solution based on the specific needs of the project.
As these systems are required to safely suspend personnel, the system must only be used by a certified rope access operator. Periodic maintenance and recertification is required at 12 monthly intervals by an equipment inspector to ensure care of the system and compliance to Australian and New Zealand Standards As/NZS5532:2013, AS/NZS/ISO 22846 and AS/NZS 1891.
Are your workers using the most effective systems? Read our article, "Providing safe access for facade maintenance" for more information.
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