marlow VESPER CLIMBING LINE

PRODUCT INSPECTION RECOMMENDATION: VESPER SPLICE

Marlow
Ropes have become aware of a manufacturing defect in our Vesper tree
climbing ropes that could potentially affect a small percentage (2%-3%)
of ropes up to and including April 2023. The Vesper splice includes a
small lock-stitch which is designed to prevent the splice moving if
manipulated by hand. An example would be trying to force a large
karabiner into the eye.

It is important to note that the
stitch does not contribute to the strength of the splice. Vesper ropes
fully pass the requirements of EN 1891 with or without the lock-stitch.

Further details
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treeMOTION essential/pro harnesses for potential corrosion and wear.  

The communication will outline the need for inspection of:


Hardware for signs of corrosionBridge ropes used with the harness and webbings for abrasion

This applies to specific treeMOTION essential/pro harnesses with production dates

between 05/2022 and 10/2024.

Item codes:7350316, 735016A, 7350317, 7350318, 7350319, 7350320, 7350321

Full info
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ISC UltraLink Inspection Notice_November 2023

November 17th 2023

We have been advised of a single
incident of a button assembly failure on the LK100A1.2. Due to the risk
of unintentional opening of the device, which could result in a
life-threatening situation, we ask you to stop using the device and immediately conduct the inspection process.

We are conducting an internal investigation to determine whether this is an isolated incident or whether there is a wider spread of parts.
Further information will be shared as it becomes available.

STIHL RMA 235 Lawn Mower Notice November 2023

As a responsible manufacturer, STIHL has decided to issue a recall for the potentially affected RMA 235.0 lawn mowers.  

Investigations have shown that the normative requirements for blade braking time (≤ 3 seconds) are not fulfilled on some of the machines. As such the machine’s blade may take longer to come to a complete stop. The cause
was determined to be an incorrect braking resistor. Therefore, there may be an increased risk of injury to the user.

STIHL has decided to issue a recall for the potentially affected machines
which involves checking the blade braking time and replacing the wiring
harness in the affected machines at a dealership.

ISC UltraLink STOP USE NOTICE_November 2023

November 30th 2023

Important Safety Notice: ISC UltraLink 

Safety Notice/Product Recall Following on from our inspection notice issued 17 November 2023, our team has been intensively investigating the potential risk and the root cause of the problem.  Our
investigation identified that the press fixture used to secure the assembly of the SafeLock button moved outside of specification, creating the potential for a faulty press fit of the button, which can lead to
the button turning open and coming apart.

STOP USE

Due to the risk of unintentional
opening of the device, which could result in a life-threatening situation, we are issuing this notice instructing users to stop using their device, if it falls within the range of serial numbers:

LK100A1.2: 170431—177209; or LK101A1.2: 170433—176974

Manufacturing corrective actions have been introduced to repair and ensure that the press fixture remains
within specification; and additional procedures have been introduced to ensure that the SafeLock buttons are secured correctly.  Validation
testing has been successfully completed and production of UltraLinks has resumed, with this new process in place.

To start the recall process please register here

GRILLON safety alert: request for inspection

Petzl requests the inspection of
certain GRILLON products following the detection of ropes mounted
incorrectly in the rope adjuster of recently produced GRILLON products.
In such a case, the product does not perform its blocking function,
which can result in a risk of injury. Please immediately stop sales and
use of GRILLON products manufactured between October and December 2023,
and follow the inspection procedure described below.

January 4 2024

full info here