Contents Correct Operation ATEX Intended Use ATEX Maximum Capacity Classification [Zone 2] Classification [Zone 1] Inspection Prior to Initial Operation Inspection Before Starting Work Spark Formation Temperature Range Static Electricity Notes for Correct Operation Inspection, Maintenance & Repair Warning Notes Fall Protection Applications Assembly Instructions Use as a Fall Protection Anchor...
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Lightweight. Portable. Safe. Please read the following instructions and They apply for: It is the responsibility of the end user to adhere guidance notes carefully, before using or to the Health & Safety and accident prevention Operation, including preparation, operating the system.
2, validated safety factors. When using modular gantries, due Where required the owner/user of the equipment by a qualified person. REID Lifting products will, to the interchangeability of A-frames and beams to should ensure that a qualified person has been...
PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Inspection Prior to Initial Operation Notes for Correct Operation Please refer to the below table for information on capacities and ratings for goods and personnel This product must be inspected prior to initial For optimum safety, we recommend single lifting, If you are unsure on the system, consult the operation by a competent person to ensure that the person assembly to avoid conflicting actions.
Correct Operation Attach hoists to the lifting point on the trolley We recommend the use of load-sensing or Don’t allow the load to hit the system frame. only, making sure it is attached in a way that overload protection devices on all lifts. When winching, only use one winch with each does not expose the user to danger by the The product should not be moved under load...
‘C’ at the end the product Z359.18. The system can support more users in Fall arrest if used in number on the serial label attached to each accordance with OSHA 1910 Subpart I or 1926 Subpart M. Please contact product. REID Lifting for further details...
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Fall Protection Applications Never walk away from the footprint of the Always consider the potential effects of When using this equipment ensure that there is product or move outside designated safe sharp edges, chemical reagents, electrical a rescue plan prior to starting work and ensure zones whilst connected to it where there is a conductivity, cutting, abrasion, climatic that users are trained in the correct execution...
PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Warning IRATA [International Rope Access Trade It is essential for safety that the product is Association] withdrawn from use immediately and not be For fall protection applications the maximum used again until confirmed in writing by a user weight is 330lb (150kg) or the weight This product is suitable for rope access and has competent person should;...
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Fall Protection Applications Fall Protection/Confined Space Set Up | 1 User Retrieval SRL installed on upright with bracket Self retracting lifeline for fall arrest scenario Leg Strap MUST be fitted *Set up is indicative - Various winch brackets available. Masterlink or Close Coupled trolley options available.
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Fall Protection/Confined Space Set Up | 1 User Man riding winch installed on trap plate with bracket Self retracting lifeline for fall arrest scenario Leg Strap MUST be fitted *Set up is indicative - Various winch brackets available. Masterlink or Close Coupled trolley options available.
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Fall Protection Applications Fall Protection/Confined Space Set Up | 2 Users [PGR2200lb Only] Man riding winch installed on trap plate Self retracting lifeline for with bracket fall arrest scenario Leg Strap MUST be fitted *Set up is indicative - Various winch brackets available. Masterlink or Close Coupled trolley options available.
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Fall Protection Set Up | 2 Users [PGR2200lb Only] Self retracting lifeline for fall arrest scenario Leg Strap MUST be fitted *Set up is indicative - Various winch brackets available. Masterlink or Close Coupled trolley options available.
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Fall Protection Applications PORTAGANTRY 1100lb | Fall Protection Anchor Ratings RAPIDE PGR 500 Product Code Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ US-PGRS20J 22.2 kN [5000lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] US-PGRS40J 15 kN [3300lb] 15 kN [3300lb] 15 kN [3300lb] Winch or SRL position on upright.
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE PORTAGANTRY 1100lb | Fall Protection Anchor Ratings RAPIDE PGR 500 Product Code Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ US-PGRS20J 22.2 kN [5000lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] US-PGRS40J 15 kN [3300lb] 15 kN [3300lb] 15 kN [3300lb] US-PGRT40J 15 kN [3300lb]...
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Fall Protection Applications PORTAGANTRY 2200lb | Fall Protection Anchor Ratings RAPIDE PGR 1T Product Code Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ US-PGR1TS20J 33.3 kN [7500lb] 33.3 kN [7500lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] US-PGR1TS30J 33.3 kN [7500lb] 33.3 kN [7500lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] Winch or SRL position on upright.
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE PORTAGANTRY 2200lb | Fall Protection Anchor Ratings RAPIDE PGR 1T Product Code Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ US-PGR1TS20J 33.3 kN [7500lb] 33.3 kN [7500lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] Winch or SRL position US-PGR1TS30J 33.3 kN [7500lb] 33.3 kN [7500lb] 22.2 kN [5000lb] on trap plate...
Failure to do so could have an impact on the information is required on inspection and test structural performance and stability of the criteria, please contact your supplier’s technical product. REID Lifting and its resellers can supply these spare parts locally.
ATEX Spark Formation Static Electricity The structure is predominantly constructed from aluminum which will not rust. However, there There is an increased danger of ignition when For Zone 2 applications, there is a potential are steel components used throughout. These certain material pairings clash, namely non- risk of static electricity build-up leading to are;...
Assembly Instructions The PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE and its constituent components are described in the image below. Beam Trolley Cheek Plate Sheaved Trolley Upright Trap plate Lockable Castors...
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Pre-Assembly Pre set-up checks PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE system delivered flat packed Ensure castors are locked Allow sufficient clearance for gantry frame rotation. If sufficient space not available see steps 23 to 27 - Confined Space Set-up method N.B. Trolley can be stored separately, on the upper Upright or the Leg. Standard Assembly Rotate upper A-Frame to a vertical position.
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Assembly Instructions Be careful not to trap hands between beam and cheek plates! Repeat steps 1-4 for lower A-Frame Scissor upper A-Frame until ball-lock pin is Continue rotation of A-Frame until it comes to rest on ground adjacent to beam Remove ball-lock pin and continue scissor motion until stops engage beam and holes are aligned If fitted, ensure castor brakes applied before lifting a load.
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Master-link / Close-Coupled Trolley Installation Height Adjustment Ensure A-Frame is bolted using top and bottom fixing holes on Trap Plate. Be careful not to allow plate to swing open uncontrolled. Never adjust the height while the gantry is under load. Remove pin Close trolley plate encapsulating the beam and re- Take weight of gantry upright...
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Assembly Instructions Leg Strap Assembly The following instructions are for the assembly of the Leg Starp. Begin the standard Notes for Correct Operation: assembly as per the standard assembly The Leg Strap MUST be attached for the product to be used as an ANSI Z359.18 compliant system or an OSHA compliant fall protection anchor.
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Foot Adjustment Repeat the process for the second Leg Strap on the lower A-Frame. Continue the standard assembly for the A-Frame Foot adjustment is completed as per step 12 in as per steps 6-8 in the standard assembly the Assembly &...
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Assembly Instructions Confined Space Assembly Rotate upper A-Frame to vertical position While in this vertical position remove ball lock pin Open leg and insert ball-lock pin into second from its stow hole hole securing the leg in its open position. Repeat for second leg Pre-lift checks Ensure all ball lock pins are fully engaged...
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Winch Bracket Installation Gantry Stowage Trolley Storing Never install winch bracket while gantry is under load. Only install winches which are approved by REID for use with the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE and a suitable interface Trolley can be stored seperately, on the / mounting plate supplied.
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Assembly Instructions Winch Installation Fall Arrest Block Installation Place retaining pin into holes, F Observe pin is securely engaged Illustration shows one example of many winches, fall arrests and interface brackets available. Place winch onto locating pin, D Present the fall arrest block to the Upright as shown and ensure it is aligned with the holes Rotate winch to align holes, E Sheave Trolley Installation...
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PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Beam Width Adjustment Beam width adjustment can take place during steps 4 or 5 Remove bolt and handle Insert second pin as shown Move A-Frame assembly to required position Observe both pins are fully engaged Store handle in safe place Re-insert bolt and hand tighten quick release knob Complete assembly of gantry as steps 6-8 Changing the Foot Option...
Dimensions Dimensions PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Beam length Beam adjustment Clear operating span Height to lifting eye Height increment Height to top of beam 17¼” Width Height to top of roller Folded dimensions 16 ½” 4”...
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Dimensions PORTAGANTRY 2200lb RAPIDE Beam length Beam adjustment Clear operating span Height to lifting eye Height increment Height to top of beam Width 21” Height to top of roller Folded dimensions 13 ¼” 4”...
Quality & Safety Regulations, Standards & Directives Accreditations LEEA Membership - REID Lifting is a full member of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association This product complies with the following: Quality and Safety are at the heart of the REID (LEEA membership 000897). REID Lifting Lifting ethos and we are committed to maintaining ANSI Z359.18-2017...
Each product is supplied with a certificate of QUANTUM out by SGS United Kingdom Ltd, 202b, Worle conformance and individual record of thorough All product names are trademarks of REID Lifting Ltd: Parkway, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 6WA, United examination or test. Kingdom (CE body no.0120) in accordance...
Inspection Record PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE Marking The serial labels indicate: The product identification number The product’s unique serial number The goods’ capacity (WLL) of the device The year of manufacture The standards to which the device is approved The ATEX rating of the product (if applicable) CE Marking Minimum braking load (MBL) Insert data from serial numbers found on...
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