BEK® Blade Extraction Kit
The BEK® Blade Extraction Kit is a purpose-built assisted rescue system for retrieving an incapacitated worker from inside a horizontally positioned wind turbine blade back to the hub. Its pre-assembled 4:1 haul system provides mechanical advantage for casualty retrieval, while the 37-meter tag rope allows rescuers to establish a retrieval line before an emergency occurs.
Why It's Used
Extracting an incapacitated worker from deep inside a wind turbine blade presents a unique rescue challenge: confined access, limited room for rescuers, and the need to move the full weight of a casualty back toward the hub. The BEK® provides a dedicated, pre-configured solution that allows rescue teams to establish the retrieval system in advance and reduces the amount of equipment preparation required during an emergency.
Key Features
- Pre-assembled 4:1 haul system for mechanical advantage
- Sealed, high-efficiency pulleys
- 37-meter tag rope for establishing a retrieval line
- Ropeman rope grab
- Anchor straps for establishing the rescue system
- Carabiners and connective hardware included
- Packaged as a complete blade-extraction system
- Designed for retrieval of an incapacitated worker from a horizontally positioned wind turbine blade
- Components organized in a dedicated equipment bag
- Ready for deployment without assembling the pulley system in the field
Compatibility
The BEK® is configured as a complete blade-extraction system and includes the primary hauling, anchoring, rope-grab, and connective components required for its intended application.
Site-specific rescue planning, approved anchorage, appropriate worker PPE, and any additional equipment required by the rescue plan must be established before use.
Ideal For
- Wind turbine blade rescue
- Horizontal blade extraction
- Blade inspection and maintenance teams
- Wind turbine service technicians
- Wind energy rescue teams
- Rescue plans involving incapacitated workers inside turbine blades
- Onshore and offshore wind operations
Training
Proper training is strongly recommended prior to use. TSL offers hands-on Rescue I Training: General Industry to help teams build the skills and confidence to use this equipment safely.
DETAILS / SPECIFICATIONS
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Product: BEK® Blade Extraction Kit
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System Type: Assisted rescue / blade extraction system
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Mechanical Advantage: 4:1
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Pulley System: Pre-assembled, sealed pulleys
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Tag Rope Length: 37 m (approximately 121 ft.)
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Rope Grab: Ropeman
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Anchoring Components: Anchor straps
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Connective Hardware: Carabiners
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Storage: Equipment bag
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Primary Application: Horizontal wind turbine blade extraction
STANDARDS
- Meets or exceeds applicable OSHA and ANSI requirements