Today, the CMC brand is synonymous with technical rescue and rope access expertise around the world. We’re proud of the performance and safety enhancements achieved by the LEVR and we look forward to debuting it at FDIC 2018.”įor 40 years, CMC has been developing innovative tools, education and training used by professionals in the fire service, USAR, wilderness rescue, rigging, tactical and work-at-height industries. “We’ve carefully considered each necessary step to get from an elevated position inside a burning building to the safety of the ground, and tailored the LEVR System accordingly.
“The CMC LEVR System and its LEVR descender are engineered to perform reliably during bailout scenarios where every second counts,” concluded Ole Kils, CMC’s Lead Engineer for the LEVR Project.
The patented FlashLite Hook escape anchor is the lightest escape use-certified model available, and delivers outstanding strength with minimal weight, while the Escape Web features 100% Technora® fiber for superior strength and durability when exposed to heat and flame. The LEVR System is comprised of the LEVR descender, the FlashLite Hook, CMC Fire Escape Web (11mm), and an escape bag, which comes pre-rigged and is available in two package options: the cargo pocket/ waist belt bag – with either a 40’ or 50’ web – or a customizable package for fire departments with unique and specific packaging requirements such as fitting an existing pocket. It allows us to get from the building to the ground-level easier, safer, more-efficiently than ever before – it’s as simple as that.” It’s compact and sleek shape prevents these typical hang-ups and eliminates the need to pre-measure rope during the bailout. “The LEVR isn’t like most other systems, though. “Most existing bailout systems regularly get caught on ledges and sills, which require us to take certain precautions, such as pre-measuring rope around the window sill, that delay our descent from the burning building,” stated Kelly Byrne, Washington DC Firefighter and CMC School Instructor. This both protects the anchor and limits impact forces on the firefighter. In the event of a dynamic drop, impact force mitigation limits the maximum force exerted on the system reducing the chance of overload. Simple descent control is made possible by the LEVR’s unibody actuation, ergonomic shape, and knurled handle – which offers a sturdy, confidence-inspiring grip even when wet. The LEVR descender maintains an ultra-low payout force, which allows the user to easily reach the point of egress once the anchor has been placed, while its streamlined profile allows the device to easily negotiate obstacles such as window sills, railings or parapets even when loaded.
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