The Harken Safety & Rescue PowerSeat has revolutionized rope access and rescue, allowing the operator to ascend or descend effortlessly, stay in position longer, and work in greater comfort during rescue operations. With gasoline and battery powered units – also available in “compact” versions – these durable, portable, and certified systems enhance safety and reduce fatigue for users. PowerSeat ascenders decrease the risk of operator injury when working, offering logistical gains in most areas of project delivery. With quick setup in multiple orientations, it can reduce equipment needs and reduce man-hours required for many projects. The PowerSeat is operated by a simple control. The electric and battery models have single-speed ascent, while the gas version is variable. Descent speed is controlled manually via the winch’s captive jaws, which protect from free fall.

Battery-Powered LokHead Power Hauler (PowerSeat-Compact)
Harken Safety & Rescue battery-powered Lokhead Power Haulers are lightweight portable winches that are used in powered hauling applications and as mechanical ascenders for working at height. When used as an ascender, the user is suspended under the unit with full control from below. The battery Power Hauler can be operated in both outdoor and indoor environments where engine emissions are restricted. The Power Hauler has a 50.4V lithium-ion battery with a BMS (Battery Management System) to preserve its useful life. Certified IP54. In optimum conditions this battery has a life of 550 m (1804.5') with a 125 kg load (275.6 lb).

US$21.08*
Gas-Powered LokHead Power Hauler (PowerSeat-Compact)
Harken Safety & Rescue gas-powered Lokhead Power Haulers are lightweight portable winches that are used in powered hauling applications and as mechanical ascenders for working at height. When used as an ascender, the user is suspended under the unit with full control from below. The gasoline version of the Power Hauler can be operated with ease and confidence in situations where engine emissions are not restricted. The gas Power Hauler runs on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 86 or higher. A full tank of fuel (0.6 L) allows approximately 600 m (1968 ft) climb distance with a load of 273 kg (600 lb).

US$18.73*
PowerSeat Battery Powered Ascender
The Harken Safety & Rescue Battery PowerSeat unveils new possibilities in enclosed and confined space rope access and rescue. The Battery PowerSeat quietly delivers a powerful 300 kilogram (661 lb) hoist capability with controlled sensitivity to perform the most delicate rescues, or precise maneuvering of materials and components for installation or maintenance. Developed specifically for rope access and winching applications, it provides a lightweight, prolonged usage, powered ascender and utility winch. The Battery PowerSeat operates comfortably in both outdoor and indoor environments where engine emissions are restricted. It provides a level of operator safety and comfort that directly increases productivity and efficiency. Battery life (in optimum conditions) allows approximately 550 m (1804') of travel with a 125 kg (276 lb) load. Suitable for blade cleaning, confined space and indoor rope access and rescue applications.

US$16.39*
PowerSeat Gas Powered Ascender
The Harken Safety & Rescue Gas PowerSeat ascender has revolutionized working at height, providing the worker with the ability to ascend quickly, stay in position longer, and work in comfort. The PowerSeat provides quality, convenience, safety, and is the best solution for completing a task on time. Fuel consumption varies with weight and usage, but the motor is extremely efficient and only uses a few liters of unleaded gas with 4-stroke mix for a full day’s work at height. The PowerSeat is simple to use and ideal for a wide range of applications, including wind turbines, building exteriors, and search and rescue – not only as a powered ascender, but also as a portable winch or hauler. The portable unit weighs just 14 kg (31 lb), so it’s easy to carry around, yet strong, durable, and is corrosion-resistant.

US$14.05*