Description :

2011 IKAR German-Made SRL Type HWP Fall Arrest Reel with Snap Hook

This item is a self-retracting fall arrest device manufactured by IKAR GmbH, a German company specializing in height safety equipment. The unit features a compact housing with a retractable lifeline mechanism designed to arrest falls quickly and minimize impact forces. It includes a swivel-mounted anchorage point, a high-strength webbing or cable lifeline, and a double-action snap hook for secure attachment to a harness or anchor. The casing is marked with multilingual safety labels and compliance standards such as ANSI Z359.14 and CSA Z259.2.2, indicating its suitability for regulated industrial and construction environments. The device is engineered for vertical and limited horizontal use, offering mobility with automatic braking in the event of a fall.

Produced in the early 2010s by IKAR GmbH, a company founded in 1978 in Fulda, Germany, this fall arrest block represents a class of compact, self-retracting lifelines designed for personal fall protection. IKAR is known for in-house manufacturing and rigorous testing of its safety gear, supplying equipment to over 50 countries. This model reflects the company’s emphasis on lightweight, low-maintenance safety solutions that meet both European and North American standards. It was commonly deployed in construction, maintenance, and tower work where fall risk mitigation is critical.

Materials Made Of: Plastic, steel, aluminum, synthetic webbing