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Gravitec to Exhibit at 2012 AWEA Seminars
December 27, 2011
Join Gravitec Systems at upcoming American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) events in January 2012. Fall protection specialist, Gravitec Systems, Inc., announced today that it will be exhibiting at the AWEA Wind Environmental Health & Safety on January 9 - 10 and Wind Project Operations, Maintenance & Reliability Seminar on January 10 - 11. AWEA’s Wind Environmental Health & Safety Seminar is designed to address issues facing occupational environmental, health and safety professionals in the wind industry. Topics covered…Read More »
Randall Wingfield honored for contributions to fall protection industry
November 14, 2011
At its recent symposium, the International Society of Fall Protection (ISFP) presented the Andrew Sulowski Award for Outstanding Contributions in the Field of Fall Protection to Randall Wingfield of Gravitec Systems, Inc. (Bainbridge Island, Washington). The award was presented on October 19, during the 2011 ISFP Symposium, which was held in conjunction with the A+A Trade Fair and Congress in Dusseldorf, Germany.The ISFP board of directors selected Mr. Wingfield as this year’s award recipient for the contributions he made to the…Read More »
Metal Construction News article mentions Gravitec Systems
October 12, 2011
Gravitec Systems recommends employers take a risk-management approach to fall protection and address fall hazards accordingly. In a recent Metal Construction News article, “10 Things You Need to Know about Fall Protection,” Gravitec Training Manager Kevin Denis joins other industry professionals and discusses the merits of fall hazard assessment during initial program development. Key components of a successful fall protection program are also discussed. Click here to read the full article as it appears on the Metal Construction…Read More »
Gravitec Renews Status as Authorized Provider of IACET CEUs
September 7, 2011
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash., September 7, 2011 – The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) has awarded Gravitec Systems, Inc., a leading provider of fall protection and rescue training, the prestigious Authorized Provider status for a renewed period. IACET Authorized Providers are the only organizations approved to offer IACET continuing education units (CEUs). The recognition period extends for five years, and includes all programs offered or created during that time.Gravitec was first awarded…Read More »
Gravitec to showcase latest fall protection solutions at VPPPA 2011 Expo
August 16, 2011
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. - August 16, 2011 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., a leading provider of fall protection and rescue services, is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at the VPPPA Expo, held in conjunction with the 27th Annual National VPPPA Conference, on August 29 - 31, 2011, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA.Gravitec invites show attendees to stop by Booth 205 for the latest tools and techniques to control fall hazards in the workplace. This is a great opportunity to meet face-to-face with leading…Read More »
Gravitec expands scope of ISO 17025 accreditation for third-party testing of fall protection SRLs, anchorage connectors, fall arresters, ladder safety systems and positioning lanyards
August 3, 2011
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash., August 3, 2011 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., a leading provider of fall protection and rescue services, today announced the expansion of its ISO 17025 scope of accreditation for fall protection product testing. ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation of Gravitec’s third-party testing laboratory was first awarded in June 2010 for performance and strength testing of full body harnesses and energy absorbers. Driven in large part by industry trends and standards development, Gravitec has since broadened its scope of accreditation…Read More »
Gravitec to Appear Tonight on HISTORY's “Modern Marvels: Ropes and Chains”
January 28, 2011
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. - January 28, 2011 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., announced today that it will appear on HISTORY’s “Modern Marvels: Ropes and Chains,” slated to air tonight at 9:00 PM Pacific Time. “It was an honor to be chosen by Modern Marvels for the rope segment,” stated Gravitec Training Manager Kevin Denis. “We hope all of our clients take the opportunity to view the show.” Ropes are used in many workplaces for rappelling, rigging, or hauling equipment. Tonight’s episode of "Modern…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Releases Fall Protection Safety Poster Addressing Full Body Harness Use
October 27, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - Gravitec Systems, Inc., has released a safety poster demonstrating proper use of a full body harness. It is the first in a series of educational fall protection posters that address safety at height fundamentals and topics relevant to workers at height.The full-color, glossy poster illustrates how to don, adjust and inspect a full body harness. It identifies key features of full body harnesses and includes regulations and standards pertaining to full body harnesses.The poster is ideal for any workplace with workers at…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Exhibiting at NSC's 2010 Congress & Expo
September 20, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - Sept. 20, 2010 - Gravitec has secured exhibit space at the National Safety Council's (NSC) 2010 Congress & Exposition, the world's largest annual event serving the occupational safety and health market. NSC anticipates 10,000 safety, health and environmental professionals at this annual event, held in San Diego, Calif. The congress will run Oct. 3-8 and the exposition will run Oct. 4-6.Attendees are invited to visit Gravitec at Booth 1115 where staff will be available to discuss Gravitec’s full…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 International Standard
July 16, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - July 2, 2010 - Gravitec System’s Bainbridge Island testing laboratory has been accredited to the ISO/IEC 17025 international standard for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. Gravitec has spent over a year reviewing and documenting management and laboratory practices in an effort to attain this accreditation which was effective June 30, 2010.The ISO 17025 standard requires a quality management system and demonstration of the competence of staff, equipment and procedures. Gravitec underwent a…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Exhibiting at ASSE's Safety 2010; Gravitec President Randall Wingfield to Deliver Concurrent Session Addressing ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code
May 14, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - May 14, 2010 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., will join thousands of safety, health and environmental professionals at the American Society of Safety Engineer’s (ASSE) Safety 2010 Professional Development Conference (PDC) and Exposition, held June 13 - 16, 2010, in Baltimore, Md. Over 400 organizations showcasing the latest in safety, health and environmental products will exhibit at Safety 2010, which is expected to draw over 4,000 attendees.Attendees are invited to visit Gravitec at Booth 1801 where staff will…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Exhibiting at AWEA's WINDPOWER 2010 Annual Conference & Exhibition
April 16, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - April 16, 2010 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., will join leading companies from all facets of the wind energy industry at the American Wind Energy Association's (AWEA) WINDPOWER 2010 annual conference and exhibition, held May 23 - 26, 2010, at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. Gravitec will occupy booth 2014 at this year's event, the premier wind energy conference and exhibition in North America.Gravitec's fall protection specialists will be available to discuss Gravitec's full range of fall…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Develops Rescue System Specifically Geared Toward the Tower Industry
April 12, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - April 12, 2010 - Fall protection and rescue specialist Gravitec Systems, Inc., has developed the TR System, a simple and effective rescue kit for workers at height in the tower industry. The TR may be used for assisted rescue where the subject is lowered alone or suspended rescue where the rescuer and rescue subject are lowered together.Ease of use, safety and versatility were Gravitec’s primary focus during the development of the TR System. Training for any rescue system is required, however, advanced,…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Exhibiting & Speaking at NATE 2010
January 27, 2010
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - January 27, 2010 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., will join communication tower industry leaders at NATE 2010, the National Association of Tower Erector’s (NATE) annual conference and exposition, held Feb. 15 - 18, 2010, at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Gravitec will exhibit and present an educational session during the event, which is designed for those who erect, service and maintain communications structures. NATE anticipates 85 exhibitors and 1,200 attendees this…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Launches G4 Wind Rescue & Evacuation System
October 28, 2008
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - October 28, 2008 - Fall protection industry specialist Gravitec Systems, Inc., has released the G4 Wind Turbine Rescue and Evacuation System. The G4 is designed for the wind energy industry and addresses the need for a user-friendly, high-angle rescue system that can be used to quickly rescue or evacuate personnel from at-height locations on turbines.In a matter of minutes, the system can be configured to facilitate one- or two-person rescues utilizing overhead anchorages. It can also be used to manipulate…Read More »
Randall Wingfield of Bainbridge Island, WA, Receives New American Society of Safety Engineers Award for Excellence in Standards Development
June 30, 2008
Las Vegas, NV - June 30, 2008 - The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) today announced Randall Wingfield of Bainbridge Island, WA as the first recipient of a new annual ASSE award, the Thomas F. Bresnahan Safety, Health and Environment (SH&E) Standards Medal. He received the award today during the Council on Practices and Standards (CoPS) Awards Luncheon held at the ASSE Annual Professional Development Conference (PDC) "Safety 2008" in Las Vegas, NV. The award is named in honor of Thomas Bresnahan, who is a highly…Read More »
American Society of Safety Engineers Present Volunteer Award to Safety Professionals from AK, CO, PA, TN and WA
June 30, 2008
Des Plaines, IL - June 30, 2008 - The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) recently presented the Charles V. Culbertson Outstanding Volunteer Service award to ASSE members: Christine M. Sullivan, CSP, ARM of Littleton, CO; Joel M. Haight, Ph.D, P.E., of University Park, PA; Randall M. Wingfield of Bainbridge Island, WA; Patricia M. Ennis, CSP, ARM of Wheat Ridge, CO; Douglas R. Cook of Hixson, TN; Lynne J. Seville, CSP of Anchorage, AK; and Joseph P. Feldstein of Englewood, CO, for their ongoing volunteer work and commitment to…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., to Exhibit at ASSE's Safety 2008 PDC and Expo
May 15, 2008
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - May 15, 2008 - Gravitec Systems, Inc., will be among thousands of occupational safety, health and environmental practitioners at Safety 2008, the American Society of Safety Engineer's annual Professional Development Conference and Exposition, held June 9 through 12 in Las Vegas, NV.Gravitec's 10- by 20-foot booth, located in space 560, will feature some of the best fall protection equipment in the industry, several fall protection systems along with Gravitec's G4 Wind Rescue Kit, a new system designed by…Read More »
Season's Greetings From Gravitec Systems, Inc.
December 9, 2007
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - December 9, 2007 - The holidays are upon us and Gravitec Systems, Inc., would like to say season's greetings to our past, present and future clients. You're part of the Gravitec family and we hope you had a safe year. Here at Gravitec, 2007 was an exciting year, so please permit us to reflect briefly on the highlights of this past year.We kicked off 2007 by relocating our Bainbridge Island facilities to a brand-new business park last winter. Two industrial-style buildings now house our offices,…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Not Impacted by Recent Floods
December 9, 2007
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - December 9, 2007 - It's been a week since snow and torrential rains caused flooding, power outages, mudslides and downed trees on Bainbridge Island, Wash., where Gravitec Systems, Inc., is located.While some Island businesses experienced power outages that forced them to close their doors to customers, Gravitec only experienced the occasional flickering of lights. Last week's Fall Protection Trainer course was held at the Gravitec Training Institute without interruption, and business at Gravitec has…Read More »
Gravitec Systems, Inc., Responds to New ANSI Standards with Training and Compliant Equipment
November 29, 2007
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - November 29, 2007 - In response to new American National Standards Institute (ANSI) voluntary consensus standards for fall protection, industry leader Gravitec Systems, Inc., is offering an adapted Managed Fall Protection Program Administrator course to address ANSI Z359.2. Gravitec will also continue to offer ANSI-compliant equipment which meets new requirements for snap hook and carabiner gate strength, outlined in ANSI Z359.1. The new standards will become effective Nov. 24.ANSI…Read More »
American National Standards Institute Z359 Fall Protection Code Becomes Effective
November 23, 2007
Bainbridge Island, Wash. - November 23, 2007 - The much-anticipated American National Standard Institute's (ANSI) Z359 Fall Protection Code became effective today. The original effective was date was Oct.15, 2007, before the ANSI/American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Z359 Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) announced an extension to allow safety, health, and environmental professionals (SH&E) additional time to adjust to the new Code.The Z359 Code is a family of five voluntary national consensus standards which provide guidance…Read More »