Davit Arm Systems

Davit Arms and Davit Arm Bases

A davit arm, also known as a davit system, is a mechanical device used to suspend and hoist heavy objects or equipment. It consists of a pivoting arm, typically made of steel or aluminium, that is attached to a base or mast.

The arm can be rotated and positioned in different directions to support the weight of the object being lifted. Davit arms are commonly used in construction, shipping, and rescue operations, as well as for lifting and lowering boats and other equipment.

They can be operated manually or powered by hydraulic or electric systems. Davit arms come in various sizes and configurations, depending on the specific application and weight requirements.

Aluminum Davit arms provide reach over challenging obstacles such as glazed balustrades to enable façade access.

Our davit solutions are manufactured from lightweight aluminium, comply with BS EN 795: 2012 A, BS 8610: 2017, BS 7883 2019, LOLER & CEN/TS 16415:2013 standards standards and are modular to ensure ease of movement between fixed davit bases. Each davit arm can be rotated 180 degrees inboard of the parapet for ease of initial rigging.

Our bespoke davit bases offer a great deal of versatility to suit particular applications (e.g. inverted roof systems).

Davit Arm Systems - Key Benefits

Provide up to 2000mm outreach over challenging obstacles
Our complete davit arm systems can be used to raise and lower materials under LOLER
Bespoke Davit bases available to suit particular applications and fixing methods
Davit systems are tested and conform to BS 8610:2017 for 2 person type A3, A4 and A5 procedures
The Davit arm is rated for two users at up to 250Kg total weight.
Aluminum Davit arms are manufacturer tested to an ultimate load of 21kN

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16 Questions when choosing a Fall Protection Company

Davit arm systems offer an advantage over anchor points, for example, as they can provide up to 2000mm outreach, minimising the need for ropes trailing over parapet capping’s or balustrades. If you need to complete regular maintenance checks or cleaning duties around the façade of a building then they can provide paramount access.
Aluminum davits are also commonly used in rescue situations due to their fail safe natures. Davit arms comply fully to fall arrest and restraint requirements and can be fitted with various rescue systems, such as a ‘man-riding’ winch plus a separate recovery system.
As a façade access system, davit arms are not only ideal for lowering a worker over the side of a building to negate the need for them to touch the side, they are also a great option for lowering a worker in a narrow space, where manual abseil would constrict the space further.
Davit arm systems are typically installed at 2-3 metre intervals and can even be used to raise and lower materials under LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations). Davit arms can allow you to lift equipment, not just workers, should this be a necessity to you, providing you have the required certification and training. Most davit arm systems are compatible with various rescue aids to ensure full compliance.
The davit system are LOLER compliant and must be inspected before and after every use by a trained user. They must be inspected and tested by a suitable working at height Specialist Company a minimum of every 6 months and/or after every fall.
Davit arm systems can provide elevated anchorage allowing for abseil, rescue/evacuation and material handling. These systems have the ability to swing over the edge of the building to allow users to descend / ascend while never coming in contact with the building.
Davit arm systems are particularly useful on buildings with isolated strips such as stairwells or for roof-mounted applications where it is not possible to provide parapet protection.
Davit systems comply with the following standards:
BS EN 795:2012 Personal fall Protection Equipment – Anchor Devices BS 8610:2017 Personal Fall Protection Equipment – Anchor Systems
Testing/Inspection standards and frequency:LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) 1998 – minimum of every 12 months and/or after every fall by a working at height specialist company. These systems must be inspected before and after every use by a trained user.
Davit arm systems are available in a range of materials and finishes, Please see below:
Materials
Aluminium
Galvanised Steel
Stainless Steel
Finishes
Powder Coated to any RAL colour
Davit arm systems can be fixed be structurally secured on any good quality structure which is capable of withstanding the additional loading exerted by the system.
Davit systems are also known as:
davit arms, rope access davits, abseil davits
These systems are commonly installed in the following sectors:
Residential
Industrial
Offices
Retail
Hotels / Leisure
Education
Healthcare
Utilities