Rigid Rail Systems
All Horizontal Systems are not created equally. Typically when the phrase 'Horizontal System' is used, the perception is that of a cable strung between endpoints. These ARE the most typical systems in the category, but they are not the ONLY systems that qualify as 'Horizontal Systems'. Rigid Rail Systems are just that - Horizontal Systems that are comprised of rigid rail elements as opposed to cable. These systems are permanently installed, and are typically used in areas where at- height repetitive operations are performed in the same location. Loading and unloading trucks or rail cars and aircraft maintenance or manufacturing/assembly are two common instances where rigid rail systems are commonly used.
Why choose a Rigid Rail System instead of a standard cable-based Horizontal Lifeline System? • In many cases, Horizontal Lifeline Systems may not be effective. • Horizontal Lifeline Systems often require more clearance than is available, and they always require substantial structural anchorages to support the end-loads. • A Rigid Rail System does not substantially deflect under dynamic fall arrest loading, so the required clearances are considerably reduced. • Additionally, due to the strength and rigidity of the rail segments, the dynamic loads that are transmitted to the structural anchorages are considerably less severe. • When used in conjunction with appropriate Self Retracting Lanyards, arrest distances are less than 24”.
Rigid Rail Systems are nothing new. Traditionally they been constructed of steel, and the ‘track’ which contains the traversable trolley requires a complicated truss system to support it and give it strength. Lighter, less complex, more efficient systems are now available. The Aluminum Rail Fall Arrest System by Reliance was designed specifically to simplify this solution to make it more affordable and to reduce the cost and complication involved with the installation of these types of systems. It uses extruded aluminum rail, simple slices and hangers, easy-to-use adapter brackets, and an internal trolley to make installation and use of the system easy and trouble-free.
• Safety Begins With Us•
800-330-9240 • goSafe.com 23
Made with FlippingBook - professional solution for displaying marketing and sales documents online