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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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Expedition Equipment 2017 Adventure Park Workbook

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Our 2017 Adventure Park Workbook details Edelrid's Adventure Park range including Smart Belay system, ropes course specific harnesses and helmets. It also includes all the other equipment needed to for the workspace. NB - This is a first draft as we have quite a bit more information to add. For the time being anyone with an interest in this product area should also look at out Indoor Climbing and Height Safety workbooks
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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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Edelrid 2018 Adventure Park Workbook

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Edelrid's 2018 Adventure Park Workbook details the full ecosystem they provide around the Smart Belay system. In the workbook you will find full technical details along with usage instructions. Along with the Smart Belay lanyards the ecosystem includes all the harnesses, helmets & connectors needed on high ropes courses and adventure parks. Click on the image to download a hi-res pdf copy
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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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