The wind energy sector has become one of the important players in the energy markets, with the total value of new generating equipment installed in 2007 reaching $36 billion.
While wind turbines do not consume fuel or produce pollution during normal operation, the skilled personnel who work atop turbines still face hazards associated with turbine operation.
The G4 Wind Turbine Rescue & Evacuation System was developed by Gravitec to address the need in a rapidly growing industry for a user-friendly, high-angle system that can be used to 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 casualties around corners or to lift, lower or drag an incapacitated worker.
Gravitec began developing the G4 last year. The system has been tested by wind industry personnel in classroom and practical scenarios at the Gravitec Training Institute, our indoor training facility for hands-on fall protection and rescue instruction.
Each kit is contained in a PVC weatherproof storage bag and is individually numbered for easy tracking. The kit includes a detailed manual and plasticized, quick-view instruction cards illustrating the seven G4 configurations for rescue or evacuation.
For questions or to order the G4, call our Equipment Sales Department at 1.800.755.8455 or email equipmentsales@gravitec.com.