Description Weight (kg)
Towbar Base  33.0 
Towbar Base Adaptor 9.5
Towbar Base Reducer 7.0
Towbar 2m Extension Bar 22.0
Total Assembly 71.5

FAQs

What is the Davit Extended Reach Towbar System used for?

The Davit Arm Extended Reach Towbar System is part of a personal protection equipment range intended to act as a support structure or anchor for use in fall protection, work positioning and rescue within Manholes.


What components make up the Davit Arm Extended Reach Towbar System?

The system comprises an extendable Davit Arm with Davit Arm Mast, Towbar Base, Extension Bar, Height and Towbar Base Reducer and winches together with cables.


In what scenarios is the Extended Reach Towbar system used?

The system is designed to facilitate vertical entry and evacuation and is connected to the vehicle’s tow bar. The vehicle itself is then used as a counterweight, providing operatives with a more versatile way of gaining access into a confined space.


In which applications is the Extended Reach Towbar typically used?

This system is designed for multiple uses in a variety of confined spaces and applications found on more remote manhole entry points when ground conditions cannot safely support a fall arrest tripod or standard davit arm system


Is the Davit Arm Extended Reach Towbar a lightweight product?

Advanced design and the use of an advanced composite makes this system one of the lightest and most ergonomic systems of its kind on the market. It can be easily transported and installed by two people.


Do Groundforce offer training courses for the use of Davit Arms ?

Yes, Groundforce Training offers a safety course which has been designed to cover current legislation and guidance including the HSE’s L101 and the use of Davit Arm systems along with stretchers and harnesses. Learners will become familiarised with the component parts, assembly and use of Davit Arm systems on trench boxes and sheet piles.


Is a user guide available for the Davit Arm Extended Reach Towbar System?

Yes, a user guide will be provided with every hire and can be requested from Groundforce or can be downloaded from the Groundforce Shorco section of the Groundforce website.