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Tether Track® Rigid Rail Anchor Systems

Tether Track® Rigid Rail Anchor Systems

Tether Track® Rigid Rail Anchor Systems

Product catalog summary
Overview: Gorbel's Fall Arrest Tether Track™ Rigid Rail Anchor Systems are designed to provide reliable fall protection in elevated work environments. These systems are engineered to withstand a maximum arresting force of 900 pounds and can be ceiling mounted or free-standing. They offer unlimited monorail and runway lengths with 15-foot spans for bridge anchor systems.
Design and Features: The systems are built using an enclosed track design that ensures easy movement and prevents dirt accumulation, offering smoother operation compared to traditional I-Beam systems. The track features a 2-degree taper to keep the trolley centered, enhancing mobility and reducing the risk of falls.
Compliance and Safety: Gorbel's systems exceed OSHA 1926 Subpart M Construction standards and ANSI Z359 Fall Protection Code, supporting falls vertically and at a 30-degree angle. This design minimizes fall clearance distance and reduces the risk of secondary injuries by preventing swinging into obstacles.
Comparison with Wire Rope Systems: Rigid rail systems offer less fall clearance distance, reduced risk of secondary injuries, longer distances between supports, and safer work conditions for multiple people compared to wire rope systems. They eliminate sag, providing a shorter fall distance and uninterrupted protection for additional workers.
Components: The Tether Trolleys™ are designed for fluid movement and stability, using DURACOMP4® wheels for durability. The three-wheel design prevents binding, even when side-loaded up to 30 degrees.
Track Options: Gorbel offers various track styles, including plain, single trussed, and dual trussed tracks, each providing different benefits such as maximum headroom or the ability for workers to pass each other safely.
System Styles: Gorbel provides monorail systems for straight-line travel and bridge systems for movement along both X and Y axes. Custom solutions are also available for specific applications.
Additional Products: Gorbel also offers a range of cranes, including free-standing and ceiling-mounted work station bridge cranes, jib cranes, and gantry cranes, with capacities up to 4000 lbs and spans up to 30 feet.
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Tether Track® Rigid Rail Anchor Systems-1

FALL ARREST TETHER TRACK™ RIGID RAIL ANCHOR SYSTEMS DESIGN: MOUNTING STYLE: LENGTHS: Built to withstand 900 pound maximum arresting force Ceiling mounted or free standing monorail & bridge anchor systems Unlimited monorail & runway lengths, 15’ spans for bridge anchor systems

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Gorbel® Fall Arrest Anchor Systems For over 30 years, Gorbel has been an innovator and leader in ergonomic overhead lifting solutions. We have designed and manufactured a variety of rail technologies and lifting devices that have set the industry standard for quality, ease of use and return on investment. With our innovative rail technology and years of experience with overhead solutions, we offer durable rigid rail anchor systems as a way to reduce fall-related injuries. DID YOU KNOW? WHAT IS A FALL ARREST SYSTEM? • Required by OSHA: OSHA 1926 requires fall protection for employees who work...

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SIDE-BY SIDE: Rigid Rail Anchor Systems vs. Wire Rope Support distance Support distance 3 Initial sag 4 Dynamic sag Total fall clearance Arresting distance + lanyard length Total fall clearance Cantilever Arresting distance + lanyard length 4 1 2 Figure 1 Figure 2 Wire Rope System (by others) GORBEL® Tether Track™ System Compared to wire rope anchor systems, a rigid rail system by Gorbel offers: 1 LESS FALL CLEARANCE DISTANCE: Wire rope systems require additional fall clearance due to the initial sag of the wire. The dynamic sag, or the stretch of the rope during a fall, adds to this distance...

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Anchor System Components CHOOSING THE RIGHT TRACK The following tables are intended to assist you in choosing the best track for your application. ANSI defines one worker as an individual with tools that does not exceed 310 lbs. For applications that require a worker and tools exceeding 310 lbs, please consult Gorbel for a custom engineered system. All systems listed are designed for components that are rated for the industry standard 900 pounds maximum arresting force (MAF). MAF is defined as the shock force the body feels when decelerating from a fall. For applications with higher potential...

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TETHER TRACK™ Rigid Rail Anchor System Styles MONORAIL SYSTEMS For applications where a worker needs to travel in a straight line, Gorbel® monorail anchor systems offer strength and mobility along a single axis. BRIDGE SYSTEMS Gorbel® bridge anchor systems provide maximum coverage when a worker’s duties require movement along the X and Y axis. The lightweight, high strength aluminum bridge effortlessly follows as the worker moves within the rectangular coverage area. CUSTOM TETHER TRACK™ PRODUCTS Gorbel® also offers custom fall arrest products like free standing systems, fold away systems, jibs,...

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BRIDGE CRANES CRANES CAPACITIES: SPANS: ENCLOSED TRACKS: PRODUCTIVITY: Up to 4000 lbs CAPACITIES: SPANS: Up to 30' ENCLOSED TRACKS: Steel, Aluminum & Stainless Steel PRODUCTIVITY: Average 28% Increase FREE STANDING FOR MORE INFORMATION CRANES CEILING MOUNTED WORK STATION BRIDGE CRANES & MONORAILS FREE STANDING WORK STATION BRIDGE CRANES & MONORAILS Up to 4000 lbs Up to 30' Steel, Aluminum & Stainless Steel Average 28% increase CEILING MOUNTED ERGONOMIC STUDY ERGONOMIC LIFTING Your authorized Gorbel® dealer can give you more information on what makes Gorbel's Ergonomic Work Station Cranes and...

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