GEMTOR
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about GEMTOR from 3G Electric.
What is the difference between GEMTOR NFPA Class II and Class III harnesses?
GEMTOR Class II harnesses are intended for rescue and support applications and, in the models listed here, do not include back, front, or side D-rings. They use nylon webbing, steel hardware, and pass-through leg strap buckles. Class III harnesses are full-body designs for fall arrest and rescue, and the catalog includes versions with back, front, and side D-rings, sliding back D-rings, and either aluminum or steel hardware. Class III models are available in blue and yellow nylon webbing. Selection depends on whether the task requires a full-body fall-arrest attachment arrangement or a rescue support harness.
What waist sizes are available for GEMTOR ladder escape belts?
The GEMTOR ladder rescue and escape belts in this catalog are sized by waist range. The MPN 531-3 model fits waist sizes from 44 in to 50 in, and the MPN 531-4 model fits waist sizes from 46 in to 52 in. Both use nylon webbing, steel hardware, and a tongue buckle, and both meet NFPA 1983. Buyers should confirm the intended user's waist measurement against the specific belt's range before ordering, since the two models cover different size bands.
What standards do GEMTOR rescue harnesses meet?
GEMTOR harnesses and ladder escape belts in this catalog are listed as meeting NFPA 1983, the standard for life safety rope and equipment for emergency services. Some entries carry the more specific NFPA 1983-2012 57AF designation. The standard applies to the harness or belt as a complete unit, so buyers should verify the exact standard marking on the specific model and size they intend to use. 3G Electric lists the standard in the product data for each GEMTOR item to support specification review.
What are the specifications of the GEMTOR crash axe?
The GEMTOR crash axe (MPN D56) has a 2 lb steel head and a steel handle, both with an unfinished finish. Overall length is 15 in. It is intended for forcible entry tasks in emergency response and rescue operations. The steel head and handle construction is suited to impact work, and the unfinished finish means the tool is supplied without a coating. Buyers should confirm local requirements for forcible entry tools and any inspection or maintenance procedures that apply to their organization.
Which GEMTOR harnesses have side D-rings?
The GEMTOR Class III harness listed as SKU 35LE71 has a sliding back D-ring, a front D-ring, and side D-rings. It uses blue nylon webbing with steel hardware, pass-through leg and shoulder strap buckles, and a waist size range of 30 in to 44 in. It meets NFPA 1983-2012 57AF. Other Class III models in the catalog may have back and front D-rings without side D-rings, so buyers should check the D-ring configuration on the specific model if side attachment points are required.
What hardware materials are used in GEMTOR harnesses and belts?
GEMTOR harnesses and ladder escape belts in this catalog use either steel or aluminum hardware, depending on the model. For example, the Class III harness with blue nylon webbing and aluminum hardware is listed with aluminum, while the yellow Class III harness and the Class II harnesses use steel hardware. Ladder escape belts use steel hardware. Hardware material affects weight and corrosion considerations, so buyers should match the material to the operating environment and any applicable equipment program requirements.
