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Single Rigid Rail Fall Protection

FlexRail provides a rigid rail fall protection system that feature bypass capability and enclosed track benefits that aren't offered by other rigid rails.

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Rigid Rail Fall Protection For Aircraft, Transportation, and Industry

Each year FLS designs, manufactures, and installs over 5 miles fall arrest solutions. The enclosed track design offers superior trolley movement, allowing the retractable lifeline to stay directly above the user at all times. The rigid construction minimizes fall distances allowing for protection at working levels as low as 4’. Our system is highly configurable with intersections, curves, turntables, and span capabilities from 6’-100’.

Available in a variety of finishes including hot-dipped galvanized, safety yellow, and custom colors; we can match the conditions of your environment and required aesthetics.

In-House Turnkey Single Rigid Rail System Experts

FLS engineers design and our ISO 9001:2015 shop manufacture each fall arrest system and the supporting hangers for the structure to which it will attach. This is especially useful when dealing with long drops, complex angles, light structures, and areas with tight clearances.

Major uses for our system include aircraft, railcar, trucks, and a variety of industrial applications.

Single Rigid Rail Projects

Aircraft Fall Protection for U.S. Military

Protection Workers Who Maintain U.S. Military Aircraft The Customer's Need: A high risk of falling exists while working at height on the various, uneven, and slippery surfaces of helicopters and tilt-rotor aircraft. Working heights also vary from approximately 5 feet above the floor to over 20 feet above floor. An...Read More

Solution In Use

Aircraft Maintenance

Aircraft Maintenance

Overhead systems provide reliable support for aircraft technicians working on wings and fuselages. By allowing controlled movement, these systems minimize freefall distances, which is especially important in confined spaces. Their stability and design greatly reduce the risk of swing falls, thereby enhancing safety during complex maintenance tasks.

Loading & Unloading Areas

Loading & Unloading Areas

Overhead connection systems offer a reliable solution for personnel in dynamic loading zones. They effectively arrest falls from elevated points by facilitating unencumbered movement across platforms and vehicles. The limited deflection characteristic mitigates swing risks, a vital safety feature when accessing truck beds and raised docks.

Warehouse Operations

Warehouse Operations

Implementing a fall arrest system ensures a protected environment for diverse warehouse tasks, notably work above conveyor belts. This reliable overhead fall arrest technology enables safe movement during upkeep, inspections, and obstruction removal. The minimal fall distance and anti-swing properties inherent in the system are critical around active machinery.

Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Maintaining large vehicles at height is safer due to stable overhead tie-off capabilities. Mechanics gain unimpeded movement along trucks and equipment, effectively preventing falls from elevated positions. The inherent rigidity curtails fall distances and prevents swing incidents, which is essential for tasks on vehicle roofs and sides.

Machine Operation and Maintenance

Machine Operation and Maintenance

Rail systems safeguard personnel operating and maintaining elevated machinery by offering a consistent overhead connection. This allows secure access for operation, checks, and repairs on large or complex equipment. The system’s continuous overhead anchorage placement reduces swing falls and stops falls at shorter distances than cable-based systems, ideal for dangerous machinery.

 Assembly Line Work

Assembly Line Work

Rail systems safeguard personnel operating and maintaining elevated machinery by offering a consistent overhead connection. This allows secure access for operation, checks, and repairs on large or complex equipment. The system’s continuous overhead anchorage placement reduces swing falls and stops falls at shorter distances than cable-based systems, making it ideal for dangerous machinery.

Features and Benefits

EASY TO USE FALL PROTECTION

EASY TO USE FALL PROTECTION

The system is completely hands-free, allowing the employee to concentrate on the task at hand. Due to the 1:100 movement-to-weight ratio, the retractable lifeline remains directly overhead at all times, eliminating the possibility for an in-line swing fall.

OPTIONAL BYPASS CAPABILITY

OPTIONAL BYPASS CAPABILITY

With each user on their own enclosed track, multiple users gain the added benefit of bypass resulting in increased safety and productivity.

RELIABLE AND MAINTENANCE FREE

RELIABLE AND MAINTENANCE FREE

The enclosed track is by far the most reliable rigid rail system in use today. With an enclosed track eliminating dust, debris, and ice and snow build up, the beam and trolley system is virtually maintenance free. FLS  systems are installed around the world providing the best fall protection available.

DURABLE

DURABLE

All structural components are hot-dip galvanized for added durability and corrosion control. The teflon wheels of the sealed bearing trolleys do not damage the coating resulting in years of maintenance free use. A life expectancy of 25 years, maintenance free, is not uncommon in most industries.

AFFORDABLE

AFFORDABLE

Combining a competitive initial cost with minimal ongoing maintenance, increased productivity, and peace of mind, the rigid rail fall protection systems provide unmatched value for certain applications.

OSHA COMPLIANT

OSHA COMPLIANT

Complies with US OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.6 and Canadian CSA Z259.2 standards for Engineered Fall Protection.

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