If you’re currently using a Tripod to meet your portable lifting requirements, maybe you should consider our PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE instead. This height-adjustable and foldable aluminum gantry crane offers the same functionality as traditional tripod systems, but with several advantages.
If you’re interested to learn whether it could work better for you, we’ve covered everything you need to know in this handy blog.
Single-person, rapid assembly
The PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE can be assembled by a single person without the need for any tools within a minute. This is significant because the faster the work can begin, the faster it will get done.
ANSI Z359.18-2017 compliant
ANSI Z359.18-2017 covers the safety requirements for anchorage connectors for active fall protection systems. To comply with this standard, set forth by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE has undergone and passed a range of stringent testing procedures, including those for static strength, dynamic strength and corrosion testing. Therefore, demonstrating that it complies to the highest safety standards when used for fall protection applications.
The PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is ANSI Z359.18-2017 compliant for up to two workers for fall protection.
OSHA Compliant
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration sets and enforces standards to ensure that employees work in a safe and healthful environment. It is essential for employers to comply with all applicable OSHA standards, and the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE ensures they can.
The PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is OSHA 1910 sub part I (.140) and 1926 sub part M compliant for fall protection applications.
Goods lifting capacity up to 2200lb
With the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE being able to lift goods over a ton in weight, it’s suitable for a huge range of projects requiring a portable lifting system.
Personnel lifting capacity up to 1100lb
With a personnel lifting capacity of more than half a ton, the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE has a fall arrest capacity of up to 2 people, meaning that it is also suitable for a wide range of fall protection applications.
Beam lengths up to 13ft and lifting height up to 9.5ft
Choose from 3 height-adjustable versions, which go up to a maximum lifting height of 9.5ft, whilst individual beam lengths are available up to 13ft.
The PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is one of the most highly configurable portable lifting systems currently available, and it can be easily customized to meet an extensive range of specific project requirements.
Suitable for confined space access
Confined spaces that are unsuitable for entry require a safe system for carrying out work inside them. But thanks to its bespoke engineered sections and lightweight portability, it can easily be utilized for a variety of confined spaces access tasks.
Outstanding corrosion resistance and durability
The PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is built from lightweight aluminum, a material with an anti-corrosive layer. However, for additional corrosion resistance, this gantry crane has been anodized. So, compared to tripods, which are more prone to corrosion and rust, it can be used for much longer without diminishing in quality.
Easily movable to where it’s required
Thanks to an integrated wheel design that folds with the frame, it makes transporting this gantry system extremely easy. So, if it needs to be moved around during a specific project, the time taken to do so will be minimized, meaning less of the working day is lost.
This lightweight system also weighs between 81 and 151lb, depending on the required configuration. It also folds up with ease, so it can be easily transported for compact storage.
Available with a full range of accessories
To suit an even wider range of specific project requirements, the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is available with a selection of accessories:
Sheave – for allowing winches or retrieval fall arrest devices to be attached to the trap plate or a vertical column.
Sheave carrier – allows for the winches or retrieval fall arrest device cables to be aligned above an opening, making it ideal for confined space access.
Winch brackets – choose from common goods and personnel winches, and retrieval fall arrest devices, depending on your requirements.
Master link trolley – allows multiple trolleys to be attached to the beam.
Close coupled trolley - provides additional headroom or clearance when required.
Available to buy or rent
We have several patented products available to buy from our specialist distributors throughout the US and Canada, whilst others can be specially made and supplied to meet your individual project requirements.
Our products are also available to rent from selected companies. So, whether buying or renting the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is better suited to your requirements, both options are available.
Upgrade to the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE today
Are you currently using a tripod to meet your portable lifting requirements, but would be interested in upgrading to the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE? Get in touch with us here at REID Lifting today. We are available to call on +1-(888)-721-6411 or you can email us at info@reidlifting.com.