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Sterling 2018 Work Workbook

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Sterling's 2018 Work workbook is now available. Download the pdf copy from HERE or via the cover image below You will notice a slightly different format to this one, Sterling no longer have separate versions for arbor, or firefighting, or tactical applications, but have brought them all behind one cover, so all the information is in one place. The table of contents lists items by type of product and by type of use for ease of locating them. There are several new products in there for you to check out including: the new 1/2" diameter of the popular Scion climbing line for arboris...
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New Product – DMM Hitch Climber Eccentric & Linkits

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At the Deutsche Baumpflegetage (German Tree Care Conference) in Augsburg DMM have been exhibiting some exciting new developments alongside their latest products. For the first time they have shown the Hitch Climber Eccentric pulley and Linkits. The Hitch Climber Eccentric is an evolution for the classic Triple Attachment Pulley that became widely known as the ‘Hitch Climber’. The design improvements are the result of over a decade of Hitch Climber design and manufacturing expertise together with valued feedback from climbers. The eccentric geometry and carefully considered design...
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Product focus – DMM Rope and Tool bags

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With the DMM Porter 75 bag coming back into stock next week after a bit of an absence I figured now would be a good time to take a look at DMM Professional's excellent bag range. I'm a big fan of the work bags, they have freestanding functionality, come in really useful sizes and get the balance right between lightweight, durability and value. The range consists of the 45 & 70 litre Porter Bags, 30 & 45 litre Transit Rope Buckets and 4 & 6 litre Tool Bags PDF Information Sheet: DMM's Rope & Tool Bags   Porter 45 & 75 The Porter 45 has plenty of room for ...
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Sterling Rope – Freedom to Focus their inspirational new brand video

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Time to grab a brew and take five. We are excited to share Sterlings new brand video! From Maine to Colorado, Salt Pump Climbing Co. to Arbor One Tree and Landscape, they shot some killer video and hung with some inspiring people. Check it out! (and def turn up the volume, it is an amazing track) Sterling designs products that enable pure focus. That allows the task at hand - to be the only task at hand. There are no questions. Only flow. So be bold. Be Courageous. And be Safe. Own the moment. You have the Freedom To Focus. #noquestionsonlyflow #freedomtofocus #sterlingrope #ghostofpa...
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New Product – Sterling WorkPro Static Rope – an entirely new approach to rope construction

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For the WorkPro, Sterling have developed an entirely new approach to rope construction—one that makes for balanced elongation in the core and sheath so they share the load evenly. This makes the WorkPro Series stronger than other ropes of similar construction while retaining a small but important amount of elongation. Sterling's newest static rope is the direct result of a rigorous in-use testing and evaluation process with rope access professionals working in variable and harsh conditions. The final design incorporates their feedback and benefits from Sterling's extensive experience workin...
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Pink DMM Vault – Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a worldwide annual campaign to highlight the fight against breast cancer. Expedition Equipment & DMM have traditionally shown their support by producing limited edition pink products and giving 5% of the retail sales to The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). This year, it’s the turn of the ultimate tool holder and equipment storage solution – the Vault. These eye-catching wire and locking gate Vaults, in striking pink, will be laser etched with the Against Breast Cancer ribbon logo. Pink Vaults are now available for pre-order and we e...
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How to work out the date of manufacture from Sterling’s Lot number

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Date of manufacture for your climbing gear is worth recording, especially for 'soft' goods like ropes, harnesses, slings and prusiks, as materials can degrade over time. Since the introduction of the PPE laws in Europe manufacturers have been including instructions which give guidance on obsolescence timelines. Its typically around 10 years from date of manufacturer for nylon and polyester type products but does vary so check. Sterling's current Lot# system (introduced in 2015) makes it easy to ascertain the date of manufacture of an item. Lot#'s consist of 4 digits, the first 2 are the yea...
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Inspection and Maintenance of Locking Gates

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Download this step-by-step ‘walk-through’ to aid with the inspection and maintenance of DMM auto-lock carabiner gate mechanisms. Following on from a visual and tactile assessment, there are three gate action (function) tests described, to ensure that the gate closes fully and reliably. A non-silicone based lubricant such as Duck Oil is recommended (do NOT use graphite powder) to reduce friction at the hinge rivet, within the mechanism and contact areas. As always, if you have any doubts about the functionality or integrity of a carabiner, take it out of service and seek advice. A downloadab...
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