Retractable anti-fall 15 m, resistance of 12 kN HELIXON-S KRATOS SAFETY

The HELIXON-S retractable fall arrester of 15 meters from Kratos Safety is a robust and durable solution designed to withstand the most demanding conditions of work at height. With a resistance of 12 kN, this equipment offers superior protection to the user, even in the most abrupt falls. Its high-quality construction, with materials resistant to corrosion and wear, ensures a long service life, even in hostile environments. Ideal for work in heavy industries, offshore platforms, and any other application where maximum safety equipment is required.

FEATURES

• High-strength polymer housing, which integrates: a carrying handle; a cable sweeping brush, a removable window for access to the internal mechanism to check it without needing to fully open the box.
• Galvanized steel cable dia. 4.8 mm, which integrates: a FA 50 203 20 connector with fall indicator; a grip handle; an external energy absorber.
• Integrated brake system to achieve an impact force of less than 6 kN.
• Swivel shackle and FA 50 101 17 connector for connection to the anchorage point.
• Weight: 8.01 kg.
• Compliance: EN 360:2002.
• Tensile strength > 12 kN.

TECHNICAL DATA

• HS Code: 8428 9090
• Compliance: EN 360:2002.
• Tensile strength > 12 kN.
• Approved for a user with a max weight of 140 kg in vertical and horizontal use.

STANDARDS

- EN360:2002: A retractable fall arrester is a device equipped with a lanyard (made of cable or strap) that is kept constantly under tension, following the movements of the users. The system automatically locks and immobilizes in case of a user's fall. They come in various lengths. Tensile strength > 12 kN (cable lanyard) or > 15 kN (textile lanyard).

USAGE

It should only be used in work that requires significant movement.

HOW TO CHOOSE

The choice of fall arrester should be made based on the movements that need to be performed. Obviously, when choosing the fall arrest system, the position of the attachment point must be considered.

If the movement is purely vertical (along a ladder, for example), a sliding fall arrester on a safety support should always be favored. They have the advantage of being able to be installed (some of them) permanently on the structure.

If the movements can be horizontal and vertical, an automatic retractable fall arrester should be prioritized. This is the fall arrester that provides the greatest freedom of movement.

Sliding fall arresters should always be used vertically from the anchorage point.

Automatic retractable fall arresters are particularly suitable for low-height work, as the locking is almost instantaneous, thus limiting the necessary free height.

For work on an inclined plane with a sliding fall arrester, it is necessary for the fall arrester to be equipped with a manual locking system.

APPLICATIONS

It can be used wherever the user needs great freedom of movement and has to navigate obstacles while remaining safe.

Fall arresters on safety supports are mainly used for the following professions:

• Work on poles
• Work on rocky walls
• Work on ski lifts
• Window cleaning
• Rope access technician
• Rescuer
• Roofer-sealing technician
• Antenna and telecommunications technician

Automatic retractable fall arresters will be used more for the following professions:

Facade work, on terraces, on scaffolding, on platforms, and in maintenance.