Power Ascenders

Power Ascenders

Maximum power. No limits.
CABLE WINDS
FOR MAXIMUM
SAFETY,
SPEED
AND PRECISION.

The ActSafe Power Ascender offers a wide range of applications, for example on wind turbines, in confined spaces, for cleaning buildings and for rescue or tactical operations.

The available device types have been specially developed to meet the requirements of the various areas of application and cover the benefits in three areas of work:

  • Passenger transport
  • Rescue
  • Load transport

These multiple uses mean that workplace-specific equipment can be replaced and manpower saved. Automatic ascent and abseiling reduces physical strain and injuries when working at height or depth. This relieves the strain on personnel and significantly increases productivity.

WHAT ADVANTAGES DOES A POWER ASCENDER OFFER?

Power Ascender make complex tasks easier for fitters and service technicians
Replace other specific devices and reduce workload, save labour costs
Reduce physical strain, promote health and increase productivity
Intuitive operation with a handle or button minimises training requirements
Simplify complex structural access and load hoisting for service technicians, cleaners and maintenance engineers
Enable efficient work without muscle power and effortless transport of heavy loads or work utensil

Power Ascender

3-in-1

Simple operation

Power Ascender

Conserving resources

WHICH POWER ASCENDER IS AVAILABLE?

ACTSAFE ACX POWER ASCENDER

for facade/window cleaning, for servicing complex building structures, for servicing rotor blades on wind Power plants or for transporting loads on masts

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Maximum workload:
220 Kg

rope diameter:
11 mm

Range (with 100 kg load, one battery or one tank of petrol):
600 m *

Water-/
Dust resistance
IP55

Max. Number of persons
2

Ascent speed
(with 100 kg load)

0-24 m/min

Max. Volume of the motor
76 dB

Remote control range
150 m

Compatible with AC power supply unit
(POA-004)

Yes

ACTSAFE ICX POWER ASCENDER

Safe and efficient transport of people to areas that are difficult to access

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Maximum workload:
185 kg

rope diameter:
11 mm

Range (with 100 kg load, one battery or one tank of petrol):
250 m

Water-/
Dust resistance
IP55

Max. Number of persons
1

Ascent speed
(with 100 kg load)

0-24 m/min

Max. Volume of the motor
73 dB

Remote control range
50 m

Compatible with AC power supply unit
(POA-004)

No

ACTSAFE RCX RESCUE ASCENDER

Transport of persons or loads in areas that are difficult to access and where work is occasionally or repeatedly carried out

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Maximum workload:
250 kg

rope diameter::
6-11 mm

Range (with 100 kg load, one battery or one tank of petrol):
600 m *

Water-/
Dust resistance
IP57

Max. Number of persons
2

Ascent speed
(with 100 kg load)

0-24 m/min

Max. Volume of the motor
76 dB

Remote control range
150 m

Compatible with AC power supply unit
(POA-004)

Yes

ACTSAFE PMX POWER ASCENDER

Remote areas without
power supply,
Use in dirty working environments

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Maximum workload:
250 kg

rope diameter::
11 mm

Range (with 100 kg load, one battery or one tank of petrol):
750 m

Water-/
Dust resistance
Nein

Max. Number of persons
2

Ascent speed
(with 100 kg load)

0-17 m/min

Max. Volume of the motor
89 dB

Remote control range
N/A

Compatible with AC power supply unit
(POA-004)

No

THE NEW ActSafe ICX

The ultra-light ActSafe ICX winch provides safe and efficient personnel transport in hard-to-reach areas. With precise one-button operation and a high-performance battery from Husqvarna, it achieves an ascent speed of 24 m/min. Thanks to the IP55 protection class, the ActSafe ICX can be used in any weather. Rope insertion is simple and optimises your workflow, saving valuable time. In addition, the ActSafe ICX can be controlled by a second person on the ground using a remote control. This makes it possible for the person working with the device to raise or lower it automatically if they are unable to do so themselves. Operation and use of the ActSafe ICX can be learnt quickly and easily in user training sessions. The rope insertion optimises work processes and saves valuable time. Operated from the ground by remote control, it can automatically raise or lower people.

  • Ultralight, compact passenger rope winch
  • Quick and safe insertion of the rope
  • Simple control via intuitive knob
Simple control
Water and dust protection class IP 55
Self-locking integrated rope clamp
Fast rope assignment
Lightweight, compact and portable device
Compatibility
Fernbedienung

APPLICATION VIDEO ACTSAFE ICX POWER ASCENDER

WHAT IS YOUR CHALLENGE?

WHAT IS A POWER ASCENDER?

When ActSafe launched the first POWER ASCENDER in 1997, the rope access industry was revolutionised. Traditional manual climbing methods were replaced by a motorised climbing aid that provided fast and cost-effective access to work and rescue sites. A power ascender is a motorised rope winch that works like a personal hoist that travels up a standard rope. It is a versatile and robust tool that can be used in places where the use of a skylift, crane, scaffold or motorised platform is difficult or impossible. The ActSafe Power Ascender allows for quick assembly and disassembly, minimising disruption. Repair and maintenance can be carried out quickly, safely and cost-effectively.

Both the working rope on which the Power Ascender travels and a second backup rope are attached to a suitable anchor point. A light travelling fall arrester in accordance with EN 353-2 is attached to the backup rope, which in turn is connected to the front fall arrester eyelet of the harness used by means of a carabiner. In both cases, we recommend the semi-static ropes SUPER STATIC 11.0 or SUPER STATIC 11.0. Suitable seat harnesses in accordance with EN 813 are, for example, IGNITE ARGON, RECORD CACH oder RESCUE PRO 2.0 mit einem SKYBOARD.

However, most Power Ascenders can also be controlled by a second person on the ground to automatically raise or lower the person working with the device if they are no longer able to do so themselves.


WHAT NEEDS TO BE CONSIDERED WHEN USING A POWER ASCENDER?

Importance of the correct rope type and utilisation for safety when using the Power Ascender
Essential rope suitability test before each use
Recommended water soaking of ropes before use according to
Instruction

Recommendation of the robust 11 mm static rope ELR for lifting loads


WHAT REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET?

Users of ActSafe Power Ascenders must complete appropriate training. The motorised winches allow access to heights and depths in a very fast, safe and reliable way. They are very easy to implement in various working methods and are invaluable in places where access by other means is difficult or impossible. Due to the wide range of applications in different areas and circumstances, training is essential. Working at height or in hard-to-reach places requires a high level of dexterity that can only be achieved through comprehensive training and regular refresher courses.

FURTHER INFORMATION

23.10.2023SKYLOTEC expands with „ActSafe ICX“ Areas of application for cable winches
17.01.2020SKYLOTEC expands with Acquisition of ActSafe and opens up "new opportunities"
04.12.2019SKYLOTEC joins in "ACX" enables more efficient work

VIDEOS ACTSAFE POWER ASCENDER

ACX POWER ASCENDER IN COMBINATION WITH SKYRAIL SYSTEM

EXPLANATORY VIDEO ACX POWER ASCENDER WITH SKYRAIL

INDUSTRIAL CLIMBING MADE EASY WITH ACTSAFE ACX AND SIRIUS

BRIDGE TESTING MADE EASY WITH ACTSAFE ACX

LIFTING LOADS MADE EASY WITH ACX APPLICATION

ACX APPLICATION ON A WIND POWER PLANT