Gear Keeper’s new ANSI-121 compliant Deluxe TL1-2007 side-release wrist lanyard system for tools up to five pounds is ideal for use when a short drop length is critical, such as when climbing or working in close quarters. Unlike an “off-the-shelf” lanyard, which can actually become a safety hazard, all Gear Keeper tethering systems are backed…
Gear Keeper offers new ANSI-compliant Super Coil tool tether
Hammerhead Industries, manufacturer of Gear Keeper industrial tool tethering systems, has announced their new ANSI-Compliant 3/4-inch Super Coil tool tethers for heavy tools and instruments. The new Super Coil is a flexible, low-profile coil system that provides up to an 8-foot diameter working area for heavier tools like power drills, nail guns, power drivers, and…
Retractable tether keeps heavy tools close to body when climbing
Gear Keeper’s new RT3-5605 heavy-tool retractable tether’s low profile ensures stored tools stay close to the body for easy climbing and cramped quarters. The retractor employs a low, 7-oz force to avoid arm strain when extended, but is still strong enough to keep the line taught to avoid snagging or interference while work is performed. The retractor mechanism’s…
Safety at heights: New small tool retractors from Gear Keeper
Even small tools dropped from above are serious safety hazards. When working at heights, some of the most commonly used tools (such as small screw drivers) are improperly secured and need to be tethered. A new line of Gear Keeper General Purpose Retractors offers a simple and convenient tethering solution that safely secures a small tool — with the…