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| Dbi-Sala introduces the Glyder 2 sliding beam anchor  Dbi-Sala has announced the launch of the Glyder 2, the new sliding beam anchor. The Glyder 2 sliding beam anchor was developed to supply an easy to adjust fall protection anchor for connection to 'I' beams that follows the worker as they walk along the beam. The Glyder 2 is an upgrade to the current Glyder product and incorporates several new features that make the anchor easy to use, and amongst the most economical anchor of its kind in the industry. The ratcheting adjustment feature enables one handed operation, decreases installation time, and allows the user to connect or disconnect the anchor quickly and efficiently.Additionally, the Glyder 2 has a guarded locking mechanism to protect it from being kicked or forced open, two factors that are often associated with accidental disengagement. The Glyder 2 is one if the lightest beam anchors in the industry, weighing only 1.66kg. It is also one of the strongest available in the market, with a capacity rating of 189kg and a 22kN tensile strength rating. The Glyder 2 is adjustable and can fit a wide range of 'I' beam sizes, from 8.75cm to 35cm in flange width and up to 3.125cm in thickness. The Glyder 2 sliding beam anchor is an economical fall protection anchor that is ideal for workers in the construction and steel erection industry. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Construction News :: home page |