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October 12, 2020

Calculating Mechanical Advantage

Calculating Mechanical Advantage

/ Blog, Mainline Systems and Operations, Mechanical Advantage, Petzl, Pulley Systems, Pulleys & Mechanical Advantage / 38 Comments

How to Calculate Mechanical Advantage with Petzl Gear In technical rope systems, mechanical advantage (MA) is the key to minimizing effort while maximizing efficiency. Petzl, a trusted name in rigging and rescue equipment, offers innovative tools to streamline these calculations and improve system performance. Understanding how to calculate MA using Petzl gear is essential for […]

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Not a Single Prusik in the System

Not a Single Prusik in the System

/ Blog, General Rigging, Mainline Systems and Operations, Petzl, RRG Gear Review, Two Tensioned Rope Rescue Systems / 10 Comments

Utah County Search and Rescue (UCSAR) has embraced innovation, opting to transition from classic prusik-based systems to a more efficient setup featuring the Petzl MAESTRO. This shift has marked a significant leap in their operational effectiveness, offering faster transitions and enhanced control in critical rescue situations. This is a repost from Petzl. These folks have

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