materials used in the rope. Nylon rope can give you more bounce and stretch, but it may not be a good option if you want more control over your rope. Instead, you may prefer a polyester core that has more restraint to assist you when working around homes, buildings, or other obstacles. Your working environment can also affect the type of ropes you decide to have on hand for both short- and long- term impact. “Using polyester means that the rope is unaffected by water and will not shrink and harden as a nylon rope will over its lifetime,” Courbon said. “Polyester also has better UV resistance than nylon and has a slightly higher melting point.” Another piece of equipment to consider adding to your rigging toolkit is a port- a-wrap. “Having a port-a-wrap is a huge deal, and to me, you can’t be in business without one of these things,” said Nick Bonner, general manager for TreeStuff.com. A port-a-wrap can allow you to brake and control loads of up to 2,000 pounds, making it easier to maneuver branches safely when used as part of a rigging system. Bonner also recommended a Good Rig- ging Control System (GRCS) as a great option when you’re dealing with heavy loads that need to be lowered safely and with control. “It’s heavy, but when you need it, it’s the best thing you can have,” Bonner said. The GRCS enables a single operator, via its winch-powered device, to li and lower items weighing up to 2,000 pounds. It can be used when working at height or when dealing with bulky materials such as tree branches and storm debris.
The GRCS makes heavy-duty tasks like maneuvering and lowering branches a breeze with its high weight capacity and compact design.
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