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USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 

FOR MATERIALS HANDLING

A two person fall protection anchorage device for use on steel structures

covered by grid mesh, allowing workers to work directly below the platform.

This manual should be used as part of an employee training program.

DESCRIPTION:

The Gridmesh Anchor (GMA) is designed to be a part of a hauling system for use on suitable steel 

structures that are covered by trafficable gridmesh.  This application might typically be in processing plants, 

on oil rigs and other applications in chemical plants, mining and oil & gas industries.

Gridmesh anchors do not place any load on the trafficable areas of the walkway in a way that would 

damage it. Issues such as sagging or bending by placing higher loads is avoided as the GMA design will 

direct any impact loads directly into the structure to which the mesh is attached. This ensures that the GMA 

will place no more load than would otherwise be directed under traffic conditions or if using alternative 

means of access such as rope access systems. 

WARNING: 

This product is part of a hauling system for materials handling. The user must follow  

the manufacturer’s instructions for each component of the system. These instructions must be 

provided to the user of this equipment. The user must read and understand these instructions  

before using this equipment. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for proper use and 

maintenance of this equipment. Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow instructions 

may result in serious injury or death. 

IMPORTANT: 

If you have questions on the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your 

application, contact Gridmesh Anchor.

 

IMPORTANT: 

Before using this equipment, record the product identification information from the 

ID label in the Inspection and Maintenance Log of this manual, or in a suitable equipment register.

Form No:  

IFUGMA03-04

Rev: A

© Copyright 2019, Gridmesh Anchor

 GRIDMESH ANCHOR 

Model Numbers: 

GA03, GA04

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Summary of Contents for GA03

Page 1: ...MODEL GA03 USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR MATERIALS HANDLING ...

Page 2: ...ll place no more load than would otherwise be directed under traffic conditions or if using alternative means of access such as rope access systems WARNING This product is part of a hauling system for materials handling The user must follow the manufacturer s instructions for each component of the system These instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment The user must read and under...

Page 3: ...t should be undertaken prior to installing any GMA product The Gridmesh Anchor and any attaching hauling systems must be positioned in a way that reduces the risk of a load colliding or impacting them in the event of a fall For example protrusions sharp edges machinery or other items that may be located in the area a fall may occur should be cleared or precautions taken to prevent collision prior ...

Page 4: ... 300PFC 300PFC 300PFC 380PFC 380PFC 380PFC Un equal angle Rectangular hollow section 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 Square hollow section 250 X 6 250 X 6 250 X 6 Minimum required beam size for SIMPLY SUPPORTED structure Minimum required beam size for SIMPLY CANTILEVERED structure Safe Load Calculator Platform structure dimensions f...

Page 5: ... structures where there is high wind ocean swell or moving equipment it may be appropriate to secure the GMA to the structure with rope cable ties maillons or another appropriate fastening to prevent the GMA from moving LOAD ZONE LOAD ZONE 4 Open the GMA lid and remove the rope tag line wire sling and support beam Connect the end of the sling to the rope tag line 5 Align the GMA such that the loca...

Page 6: ...ere is sufficient load line chain available to be connected to the load once the device is raised into position 8 Haul the sling with chainblock block tackle attached by pulling the rope back through the gridmesh such that the end of the sling protrudes through the gridmesh and the base of the GMA 9 Slide the GMA beam end through the sling and slide into position in the base such that the beam can...

Page 7: ...our safety before using the Gridmesh Anchor Read and understand all manufacturers instructions for each component of the hauling system All sub systems are supplied with separate user instructions Keep all instructions for future reference Review Section 1 2 and Section 2 0 to ensure system limitations and other requirements have been met Review applicable information regarding system clearance cr...

Page 8: ...r wear that may affect strength and operation function 2 Inspect the base and lid portions of the Gridmesh Anchor ensuring there are no breaks cut wear or damage and that labels are present Reflective tape can be replaced if missing 3 Inspect the Gridmesh Anchor beam surface finish for corrosion and impact damage ensuring the end caps are not loose and the labels are legible and present 4 Inspect ...

Page 9: ...e product issue along with the original proof of purchase to GRIDMESH ANCHOR PO Box 899 LANE COVE NSW 2066 Email quality gridmeshanchor com The End User must pay the cost of packaging and returning the product to Gridmesh Anchor Limitation of Warranty The warranties stated in this document are exclusive and are made in place of any and all conditions warranties or representations as to the merchan...

Page 10: ...MODEL GA03 USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR MATERIALS HANDLING ...

Page 11: ...ll place no more load than would otherwise be directed under traffic conditions or if using alternative means of access such as rope access systems WARNING This product is part of a hauling system for materials handling The user must follow the manufacturer s instructions for each component of the system These instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment The user must read and under...

Page 12: ...t should be undertaken prior to installing any GMA product The Gridmesh Anchor and any attaching hauling systems must be positioned in a way that reduces the risk of a load colliding or impacting them in the event of a fall For example protrusions sharp edges machinery or other items that may be located in the area a fall may occur should be cleared or precautions taken to prevent collision prior ...

Page 13: ... 300PFC 300PFC 300PFC 380PFC 380PFC 380PFC Un equal angle Rectangular hollow section 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 250 x 150 x 6 Square hollow section 250 X 6 250 X 6 250 X 6 Minimum required beam size for SIMPLY SUPPORTED structure Minimum required beam size for SIMPLY CANTILEVERED structure Safe Load Calculator Platform structure dimensions f...

Page 14: ... structures where there is high wind ocean swell or moving equipment it may be appropriate to secure the GMA to the structure with rope cable ties maillons or another appropriate fastening to prevent the GMA from moving LOAD ZONE LOAD ZONE 4 Open the GMA lid and remove the rope tag line wire sling and support beam Connect the end of the sling to the rope tag line 5 Align the GMA such that the loca...

Page 15: ...ere is sufficient load line chain available to be connected to the load once the device is raised into position 8 Haul the sling with chainblock block tackle attached by pulling the rope back through the gridmesh such that the end of the sling protrudes through the gridmesh and the base of the GMA 9 Slide the GMA beam end through the sling and slide into position in the base such that the beam can...

Page 16: ...our safety before using the Gridmesh Anchor Read and understand all manufacturers instructions for each component of the hauling system All sub systems are supplied with separate user instructions Keep all instructions for future reference Review Section 1 2 and Section 2 0 to ensure system limitations and other requirements have been met Review applicable information regarding system clearance cr...

Page 17: ...r wear that may affect strength and operation function 2 Inspect the base and lid portions of the Gridmesh Anchor ensuring there are no breaks cut wear or damage and that labels are present Reflective tape can be replaced if missing 3 Inspect the Gridmesh Anchor beam surface finish for corrosion and impact damage ensuring the end caps are not loose and the labels are legible and present 4 Inspect ...

Page 18: ...e product issue along with the original proof of purchase to GRIDMESH ANCHOR PO Box 899 LANE COVE NSW 2066 Email quality gridmeshanchor com The End User must pay the cost of packaging and returning the product to Gridmesh Anchor Limitation of Warranty The warranties stated in this document are exclusive and are made in place of any and all conditions warranties or representations as to the merchan...

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