The asap sorber axess energy absorber connects to the asap or asap lock mobile fall arrester to allow the user to work at a distance from the rope, in order to protect it during certain work phases. Using the asap on static rope is outside the scope of the en 12841 and en 3532 certifications. In case of shock or sudden acceleration, the petzl asap. The first investigation concluded that the cracks could be the result of a combination of the riveting parameters that create a potential residual tensile stress in the stainless steel. With its unique locking system, the asap sets the standard in fall protection for workers at height.
We performed a static tensile test with a petzl parallel 10. The asap and asap lock rope grabs are among the best devices available for working in a one or two rope system. Descender petzl asap complete wenaas wenaas workwear as. It allows user to work at a distance from the rope, in order to protect it during certain work phases. The fall was arrested and the mass was not released. Mechanical tests conducted by petzl on the asap lock with intentionally cut arms and side plates showed that a crack presents no additional risk to the user. Experienced rescuers know there are several ways to belay, or provide a safety line for a live load.
Tom pendley served as deputy chief of operations, training and special operations for. Petzl asap lock mobile fall arrester with locking functionthe asap lock mobile fall arrester is designed to facilitate handling during rope ascents. All users must be trained and competent in the use of the equipment for these activities. As described in the instruction for use, petzl asap lock must be used with the asap sorber or the absorbica l57. To secure the rope against possible loss of control, attach an asap with asap sorber axess or absorbica l57 energy absorber to the auxiliary attachment hole. To extend the link between the asap and the harness, use only compatible petzl energy absorbers. Petzl, the leader in rope access and rope descent gear, recently updated the asap fall arrester back up device. Petzl now allows the use of the asap lock in this fashion as long as an asap sorber axess is used with two person rescue loads. That being said, i do want to say that no piece of equipment is foolproof, but the asaps are better devices for belay than the shunt. Equipped with tearwebbing inside a pouch that opens on each end, the absorber is protected from abrasion while allowing for regular inspection. In case of shock or sudden acceleration, the petzl asap locks on the rope and. In case of shock or sudden movement, the fall arrester locks on the rope and stops the user. Its ideal for any situation in need of a backup device for highrise window washers or where continual fall protection is needed.
If the user could not get the asap lock, petzl authorise exceptionally the user to drill a hole in his asap and install a keeper cord to create such a feature only if. With its unique locking system, the petzl asap sets the standard in fall protection for workers at height. Petzl asap lock the petzl asap lock mobile fall arrester is designed to facilitate handling during rope ascents. Asap conclusion and advice the asap is not designed to arrest a twoperson fall. Asap sorberce 0012000 070917 4 en these instructions explain how to correctly use your equipment. User read, understand and respect the below drilling instructions.
Scott backes, representing petzl work and rescue, cam. Use the asap lock only with the ropes tested during the eu en 3532. He splits is work time between design work for dams and associated facilities and. Read and understand the instructions for use product experience grigri2 d145030a 180111. We know that petzl tested the device exhaustively but we wanted to do a test with real world conditions as a typical rescue team would set up a belay and how a typical rescuer would operate a belay with a petzl asap lock at the anchor.
The asapsorber energy absorber may only be used with an asap or asap lock mobile fall arrester. Eac when used with an asap sorber or asap sorber axess energy absorber, and a 10 mm en 1891 type a rope certifications. The energy absorber must not be extended one connector maximum 12 cm max. The device moves freely along the rope without any manual intervention and follows the users in all their movements. In this video scott goes over the differences between, and uses for, the asap and asap lock rope grabs. Use the asap only with the rope tested during the ce en 3532.
The asap is a great device and rated for a two person load when used with an absorbica lanyard. An asap sorber or asap sorber axess energy absorber can be used when needed certifications. Petzl training asap and asap lock gme supply youtube. Use the asap only with the ok triactlock connector. Alternative competitor software options to vole pdf creator include pdf complete, ascomp pdf bundle, and avepdf. This petzl rope grab is able to be used on 10mm 716 or. Any misuse of this equipment will create additional dangers. Petzl asap fall arrester with its unique locking system, the asap is a reference product in fall protection for workers at height. Petzl statement on the use of the asap with cord 0602 2014. Asap lock before test with multiple cuts to simulate cracks we performed the en12841 test with a petzl parallel 10.
Petzl asapsorber energy absorber for asap international version or asap lock the asapsorber energy absorber connects to the asap lock mobile fall arrester to allow the user to work at a distance from the rope, in order to protect it during certain work phases. Asap sorberansi 0012100 180718 4 en these instructions explain how to correctly use your equipment. You have a second generation asap called the asap lock. Use the asap lock only with compatible petzl energy absorbers. Each person should have his own fall arrest system. For att forlanga avstandet mellan asap och sele, anvand endast kompatibla falldampare fran petzl. Ce en 3532 when used with an ok triactlock carabiner and an asap axis 11 mm rope. Contact petzl if you have any doubts or difficulty understanding these instructions. Securing the petzl maestro with an asap for training. Eac when used with an ok triactlock carabiner and a 10 mm en 1891 type a rope. Self belaying firehouse forums firefighting discussion. Use the asap lock only with compatible petzl energy absorbers certified to the ansi z359.
Pull on the free end to create slack between the traxion pulley and the grigri. These tests give a realistic overview of falls in normal asap usage. When a rapid downward movement occurs, the locking wheel stops. Use the asap with 10 mm en 1891 type a low stretch kernmantel ropes. Moves up or down the rope without any manual manipulation of the device. Traditional belays include tandem prusiks, aperture devices, munter hitch, modern devices such as the id or the mpd, and several others. Page 3 asap b71 2 attachment holes on the asap and make sure the rope runs the potential lifetime of petzl products is as follows. Tech tips by product, asap the activities depicted are inherently dangerous. In normal use, the device moves freely along the rope without any manual intervention and follows the user in all hisher movements. In case of shock or sudden acceleration, the asap locks on the rope and stops the. Shaun reed is a professional mechanical engineer at the bureau of reclamation. Equipment for people working in high locations 111 travis.
As a firefighter we stick with traditional belay, but as a sprat rope access technician we utilize devices like the asap on a daily basis and often rig that line through a dcd so if someone locks up on it after a mainline failure you can either continue to lower raise them or transfer the load. In certain training or educational situations, a system may be installed to mitigate excessive descent speed or loss of control. Use the asap lock with 10 mm en 1891 type a semistatic kernmantel ropes. In normal use, the device moves freely along the rope without any manual intervention and accompanies the user in all his movements.
Under normal use, the asap s locking wheel rolls along the rope, whether it is vertical or angled, to follow the user in their movements. In case of a fall or excessive speed, the wheel will lock and stop the fall. Complete descender with 20 cm fall arrester for backup when working in ropes and 2 carabiners. I would like to think that most of us who build rescue systems or rope systems to support vertical work, need to use not only our physical attributes, but also our brainpower too. The energy absorber must not be extended one connector maximum 12 cm maximum length at each end. The updated asap 20 is still used among several techs and training facilities along with kongs, etc. Petzl asap lock fall arrester rescue response gear. Agreed michel, and as we use the asaps both in training and operationally we realize there are certain considerations that require attention. Mobile fall arrest device for rope with integral locking function. Vole pdf creator is pdf software, and includes features such as convert to pdf, merge append, pdf reader, and watermarking. For use in a lifeline stops a fall, a slide or an uncontrolled decent locks even if the device is grabbed during a fall works on vertical or angled rope moves up and down along the rope without manual intervention easy to installremove at any point on the rope can be used with an energy absorbing lanyard. Asap lock prototype after dynamic test static tensile test results. These two shock absorbers limit the dynamic forces to. The asap lock is the new rope access backup device, whereas the standard asap is more suitable for working on.
Working principle at moderate speeds, the locking wheel turns freely in both directions. The asap lock also features a semipermanent connection point which can be locked down by use of an allen wrench. The petzl asap lock is a selftrailing, mobile fall arrester that can be locked during ascent and work positioning, so as to avoid the device settling down the rope, or to have rope pulled through the device by strong winds. This presentation takes a look at the results of our test conducted august 1617 2018 with the phoenix fire department. The asap is installed on a safety rope and connected to the a fall arrest attachment point of the harness. The warning symbols inform you of some potential dangers related to the use of your equipment, but it is impossible to describe them all. Petzl asapsorber axess used w asap and asap lock can. Petzl asap mobile fall arresterwith its unique locking system, the asap sets the standard in fall protection for workers at height. Field of application personal protective equipment ppe. Petzl asap lock, mobile fall arrester with locking. The use of a single asap to backup two people must remain exceptional and done only if all of the following conditions are met. Devices tested were the camp goblin, heightecpmi vector, safe tec duckr, petzl rescucender, petzl shunt, petzl asap with absorbica, kong backup, and the isc red.
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