Abtech 30m Personnel Winch

A rugged 30m man riding winch with a 5mm galvanised steel cable, built for deep vertical entry on construction sites. It features an 11:1 mechanical advantage for effortless lifting, a 140kg weight capacity, and a secondary safety brake, making it a vital component of any site rescue or access kit.

High Mechanical Advantage – Features an 11:1 gear ratio that significantly reduces the cranking effort required to raise or lower an operative, enhancing safety and speed.
Triple Redundant Braking – Equipped with a primary friction brake and a secondary inertia-actuated brake to prevent accidental free-fall, providing maximum user confidence.
Integrated Safety Features – Includes a visible brake-wear indicator and a digital usage counter to simplify pre-use inspections and track maintenance intervals effectively.
Robust Construction – Housed in a high-impact resistant plastic cover with a 5mm galvanised steel cable, ensuring durability against the abrasive conditions of UK jobsites.
Versatile Application – Fully certified to BS EN 1496 and BS EN 795 for man-riding, rescue, and work positioning, with a 140kg capacity for a single user.

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FAQs

What is the primary function of the 30m Man-Riding Winch?

This unit is designed specifically for personnel access and positioning. While a recovery block is for emergency use only, the man-riding winch is the correct tool for lowering a worker into a deep shaft or utility chamber as part of their standard entry, providing a smooth, controlled descent and ascent.

How does this winch differ from the Abtech ABR15RT Recovery Block?

The ABR15RT is a fall arrestor with a rescue handle and is not built for routine riding. The Man-Riding Winch features heavy-duty gearing and a secondary safety brake for carrying a person’s weight for extended periods. Often, the winch is used for movement while the ABR15RT serves as a secondary safety backup.

Why is the 30m cable length significant?

The 30-metre galvanized steel cable provides double the reach of standard 15m units, making it essential for deep excavation projects and large-scale sewer works. Having this extra capacity in your site office ensures you are prepared for deeper entries without needing to swap equipment mid-project.

What is the purpose of the mounting bracket?

The specialised bracket allows the winch to be side-mounted to an Abtech TO3 Tripod leg at a comfortable operating height. Because it is positioned away from the tripod head, it keeps the supervisor’s workspace clear and allows for a safer, more ergonomic operation of the handle during the entry process.

What safety features are built into the winch?

The unit features an automatic braking system that holds the load if the operator lets go of the handle, alongside a “dead-man” handle feature. Its high gear ratio makes lifting a worker significantly easier, which reduces the risk of operator fatigue during a long ascent from a deep confined space.

Can this winch be used for lifting equipment or materials?

It is highly recommended to keep personnel winches dedicated to man-riding only. Under UK health and safety guidelines, using a personnel winch to lift heavy site equipment can compromise the cable and internal gears, potentially making it unsafe for human use later in the project.

How does having this winch ready in the site office prevent project delays?

If a ladder is found to be unsafe or a shaft is too deep for manual entry, a project can be halted. Keeping a fully certified 30m winch ready provides an immediate alternative for mechanical access, ensuring work proceeds safely and legally without waiting for specialist hoist deliveries.

What are the UK inspection requirements for man-riding equipment?

Because this winch lifts people, it falls under the strictest category of LOLER regulations and must undergo a thorough examination by a competent person every 6 months. Using a winch that has missed this inspection window is a major compliance risk that can lead to site-wide safety stand-downs.

How does PQS Survey Ltd support the Abtech winch range?

PQS Survey Ltd provides the Abtech 30m Man-Riding Winch for short and long-term hire across UK depots. We ensure every unit is sent out with a fresh 6-monthly LOLER certificate and provide full in-house servicing and technical repairs to get certified replacements to your site office quickly.