Category: ART
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Freeworker in mourning – On the death of Hubert Kowalewski
End of June we received the sad news that Hubert Kowalewski, mastermind of ART, has passed away. Many in the tree climbing community already knew that the revolutionist of tree climbing had been suffering from severe depression for a long time. The news of Hubert’s suicide causes Freeworker deep sorrow. For many years we have been closely connected with the tinkerer and inventor.
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Safety information: Call to review for RopeGuide 2010 and TwinLine
Call to review for the RopeGuide 2010 and RopeGuide TwinLine by ART We have received information about two incidents in short succession, according to which the casing cover of a RopeGuide 2010 (see instruction manual page 8 position 5) has fallen off. This is only possible if the locking screws (see instruction manual page 8 […]
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ART SpiderJack 3: Safety test
Safety test of SpiderJack 3 produced in 2016 Rahden, 6 April 2017 If the bonding of the grub screw to the thumb brake of SpiderJack 3 from ART is defective, this can obstruct the movement of the friction clutch or the device body. In the worst case scenario, the device no longer grips the rope […]
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ART in an Interview: RopeGuide TwinLine
English Version of an interview of Freeworker with Hubert Kowalewski about the RopeGuide TwinLine!
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Cams (Clutches) for SpiderJack 3
There is actually some irritation, due to the recommendation for the SpiderJack 3 cams. The informations in our Shop are recommendations only based on tests by the manufacturer, which cam works with which rope.
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SpiderJack 3 and RopeGuide TwinLine: an Interview with Hubert Kowalewski
Hubert Kowalewski: progressive thinker, developer, and owner of Advanced Ropeclimbing Technology – for short ART. He regularly inspires the arborist scene with his new and innovative developments. The recently announced SpiderJack 3 and RopeGuide TwinLine are also causing quite a stir. Following the unfortunate delay in delivery, Hubert talked to us about the background and […]
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Just arrived: ART SnakeTail
The ART SnakeTail serves as a versatile tool in climbing and tree work. Similarities with the SnakeAnchor won’t be denied, still the SnakeTail comes with its very own characteristics and focal points. Versatile application Because of its short length of about 115 cm the SnakeTail serves mainly as a connecting device between harness and ascenders […]
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Twister: new swivel by ART
The best of both worlds The ART 2-eye-swivel named Twister has all the hallmarks of the special ART design. It is light and compact, and shows its versatility especially when at work with various PPE components. The Twister combines two basically opposing principles of construction: smooth rotation when not under load and a stable yet […]
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ART RopeGuide 2010: unique friction saver
The RopeGuide exists since 2003. With the RopeGuide 2010, a major further development has taken place. Because of the unique, patented RopeGuide concept, it is still very popular. The product name has long been turned into a technical term. The RopeGuide 2010 captivates by his unique system of TunnelRing and rope. This ring only weighs […]
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ART SnakeAnchor: a real all-rounder
The SnakeAnchor is an anchoring and connecting device according to EN 795 B, which can be continuously adjusted. Equipped with the TunnelRing it shines as a multi talented star. The one-and-only combination of TunnelRing, parallel sewn 8,5 mm polyester rope (GeoTwin) and segment stitching makes for a strong, versatile and easy to use tool in […]