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Rigging

  • August 13, 2024

    An Introduction to Supplemental Tree-Support Systems, Part 2: How to Cable, and the Tools We Use to Make it Happen

    By ANDY JONES, CTSP, AND NICK GREENWOOD, CTS

    In Part 1 of this series, we discussed the need for supplemental support systems and the reasons we rely on cabling systems to serve as solutions for many structural vulnerabilities. In this article, we will cover some needed clarifications [...]

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  • Arborist Skills: Mechanical Advantage in Rigging
    August 1, 2024

    Arborist Skills: Mechanical Advantage in Rigging

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    Using mechanical advantage in rigging makes lifting heavy loads easier. It works by multiplying the force you apply to the load line. This video shows a 4:1 pulley system that will move a load 4 feet for [...]

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  • We need to make sure we are thinking about what we are working with and consider the limitations.
    July 1, 2024

    Where Is the Weak Link?

    By Jeff Inman, Jr., CTSP

      Do you think about weights when rigging, or just tie stuff on and proceed to cutting? Are you someone who spends time factoring in angles, vectors and the system that needs to be built for the task ahead, or [...]

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  • Figure 2: When the load moves down the line, the vector (green arrow) will increase the load on the anchors (orange arrows).
    July 1, 2024

    Vectors: One System for Putting Less Stress on the Tree and Climber

    By Anthony Tresselt, CTSP

      As with any technical undertaking, there are various ways to mitigate or dissipate force in our rigging systems. From simple to complex, we have several variables we can manipulate to achieve a common goal of putting less stress on [...]

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  • SRS
    March 14, 2024

    SRS Lowerable Basal Anchors

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    What a jumble of words! SRS lowerable basal anchors? Is that supposed to actually mean anything? For tree climbers in the know, this string of seemingly unrelated words describes a critical component in aerial rescue. Let’s break it down: SRS [...]

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