DBI-SALA 3M Flame-Resistant Kevlar Web Tie-Off Adapter Anchor

DBI-SALA 3M Flame-Resistant Kevlar Web Tie-Off Adapter Anchor

3M purchase code 7012151349, model no. 1002200 (3 ft variant).

Available in 3 lengths (3, 4 and 6 ft). Select the desired length from the drop-down menu.

The DBI-SALA 3M Web Tie-Off Adapter is a Kevlar-reinforced sling that wraps around a beam, column or structural member and chokes back on itself to form a secure anchor point. The Kevlar reinforcement resists flame and high temperatures, making this adapter suited to foundries, steelmaking, the chemical industry and fire and rescue services. Reusable and portable, it moves easily from one jobsite to another and fits structures of varying sizes.

Benefits of the flame-resistant Kevlar tie-off adapter anchor

• Kevlar-reinforced webbing resistant to flame and high temperatures.
• Fast tool-free choke installation.
• Reusable and fully portable anchor point.
• Three lengths to fit the structure circumference.
• Steel hardware for a robust connection to the fall-arrest system.

Technical specifications of the Kevlar tie-off adapter anchor

• Brand: DBI-SALA.
• Materials: Kevlar-reinforced webbing (1 3/4 in / 4 cm reinforcement width), steel hardware.
• Attachment type: choke tie-off.
• Installation type: reusable.
• Capacity: 140 kg (310 lb), one worker.
• Minimum webbing breaking strength: 22.2 kN (5,000 lb).
• Compliance: ANSI Z359.1 and 29 CFR OSHA 1910.140 and 1926.502.
• Country of origin: United States.

Applications of the Kevlar anchor for hot work

Foundries, steel mills, chemical and petrochemical plants, welding and hot work, fire services and emergency rescue. Wherever heat or flame calls for a temporary anchor point on fire-resistant webbing, created quickly around an existing structure.

Installation of the Kevlar web tie-off adapter anchor

Select a structure able to support the required load. Wrap the sling around the structure, pass the ring at one end through the ring or connector at the other end, then tighten to create the choke. Connect the personal fall-arrest system to the anchor point thus formed. Avoid sharp edges and protect the webbing from direct contact with incandescent surfaces.

Inspection of the fall-arrest tie-off adapter anchor

Before each use, check the Kevlar webbing (cuts, burns, fraying, discoloration), the stitching and the hardware (corrosion, deformation). Remove from service any adaptor that is damaged or has arrested a fall.

Maintenance of the Kevlar anchor webbing

Clean with lukewarm water and a cloth, without abrasives or chemicals. Air dry away from direct heat. Store in a dry place, away from humidity and UV rays, and protect the hardware from corrosion.

Anchorage strength requirements for an anchor point

The minimum strength required of an anchor point depends on the type of system and on the applicable provincial regulation. Because a fall arrest system is almost always used with a shock absorber, this is the value that applies in the vast majority of work situations.

• Fall arrest system with a shock absorber (the usual case): the anchor must be able to support a static force of at least 6 kN without exceeding the allowable unit stress of the materials it is made of.
• Travel restraint system (prevents the worker from reaching the edge): the anchor must support at least 2 kN.
• In Quebec, an anchor point must have a breaking strength of at least 18 kN (Regulation respecting occupational health and safety, CQLR c. S-2.1, r. 4).

A permanent or multi-point anchor must be certified by a professional engineer or installed according to the manufacturer's written instructions. When several fall arrest systems are connected to the same anchor, the required strength multiplies by the number of systems attached. Always have the selection and installation done by a competent person.

FAQ about the flame-resistant Kevlar web tie-off adapter

Here are the most frequent questions about this DBI-SALA 3M flame-resistant Kevlar web tie-off adapter anchor.

Why Kevlar webbing?

Kevlar resists flame and high temperatures, protecting the anchor in hot environments where polyester webbing would melt.

What is the adapter capacity?

It is designed for one worker, up to 140 kg (310 lb), and meets ANSI Z359.1.

Is it permanent or temporary?

Temporary and reusable, installed and removed without tools.

Is it reusable?

Yes, as long as it passes inspection and has not arrested a fall.

Complementary equipment suggestions

To build a complete fall arrest system around this flame-resistant anchorage point, first plan how to connect to it: the web choke tie-off web anchor (FPA100200X) for a quick wrap around a structure, the adjustable polyester-web adapter anchor (FPA10021XX), and the ExoFit NEX SEAT-BELT 4 D-ring suspension harness (FPH1113653CALP) worn by the lineworker.

Then complete with the lanyards suited to the work position: an adjustable web positioning lanyard (FPL1231016C), an adjustable rope lanyard with a steel hook (FPL1234070) or a lighter aluminum hook (FPL1234071), as well as the Cynch-Lok pole-climbing devices offered in rope (FPL1204057) or strap (FPL1204075).

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