French manufacturer Petzl is renowned the world over for its technical equipment and today it offers a complete package from helmets and headlamps to work at height harnesses for professionals
There’s no question Petzl is a company with a fascinating story behind it. Developing out of one man’s passion for caving, the safety equipment manufacturer has grown to become one of the world’s biggest names in headlamps and personal protective equipment for those who work in darkness or at height. The Petzl company was established by Fernand and his son Paul in 1975 and today it continues to be owned and operated by the same family.
What Does Petzl do?
Petzl produces an extensive range of products designed for a variety of disciplines involved with industry and height and vertical environments including the ‘pro’ markets of rail, wind energy, arborism, rope access and rescue operators through to ‘sport’ markets of climbing, trail running and mountaineering. All of Petzl’s products are invented and developed at its headquarters in the heart of the French Alps.
What sets Petzl apart from its competitors?
One of the long-standing missions of Petzl has been to improve ergonomics and efficiencies, whether that’s offering integrated helmets and headlamps for rail, WAH solutions for working on a wind turbine or pushing the limits of difficulties on an Alpine climb. It’s about looking at the touchpoints of the products, how they’re handled and how they feel, so they are as simple and as seamless to use as they can possibly be, but also so they make the job as efficient and stress-free as possible.
Petzl’s philosophy for design and production is also based on accelerating change, transforming, and innovating in order to provide professionals and sports enthusiasts with the quality products they demand. Testing tower, experimentation centre, individual inspections, LEAN manufacturing process – Petzl was a pioneer in all of these innovations.
Petzl Helmets
The class leading VERTEX and STRATO helmets are both available in Hi-Viz and vented versions and are very comfortable with Petzl’s CENTERFIT and FLIP&FIT systems – guaranteeing that the helmet fits securely on the head.
The adjustable-strength chinstrap allows the worker to adjust chinstrap strength in order to adapt the helmet to different environments: work at height (EN 12492) or on the ground (EN 397). The clip has two positions, corresponding to these two uses: high strength, limiting the risk of losing the helmet during a fall, and low strength, limiting the risk of strangulation if the helmet is snagged while the user is on the ground.
With the potential for integration of a Petzl headlamp, hearing protection, and multiple accessories, it is an entirely modular helmet, thus meeting the specific additional needs of professionals.
Helmet and Headlamp Integrated Solutions
Petzl Headlamps can be installed on any helmet by using the headband, adhesive plates, or integrated mounts at the front or rear of Petzl helmets. With a power source that comes either from disposable batteries and/or rechargeable batteries, you can be sure that you’ll have the light you need, when you need it.
The PIXA® headlamp offers a rugged design that is durable, waterproof & dustproof (IP68), impact resistant (IK08), fall resistant (up to two metres), crush resistant (up to 80 kg) and resistant to certain chemicals – ideal for intensive and demanding professional use.
It mounts easily to a helmet using the included SLOT ADAPT plate and is simple to operate with a single rotating knob – even while wearing gloves. With CONSTANT LIGHTING technology, the PIXA® delivers stable brightness and adapts to different work scenarios with three beam types: wide, mixed, and focused. It offers up to 600 lumens, ensuring visibility for a range of tasks.
The powerful and lightweight XENA® headlamp offers an excellent weight-topower ratio (185 grams/1400 lumens). The battery pack is in the rear, making it balanced and comfortable to wear. Durable, it is fall and impact resistant (IK07) and also waterproof and dustproof (IP67), making it suitable for various work environments. It features a rotating knob that is easy to use even when wearing gloves and the removable battery is USB-C rechargeable.
The ARIA® range of headlamps are compact with very simple operation, HYBRID CONCEPT allows for use of either the CORE USB C rechargeable battery or 3 x AAA batteries to suit your needs. ARIA® is fall and impact resistant (IK07) while also being waterproof and dustproof (IP67).
To find out more about Petzl Helmet and Lighting Solutions, get in touch via the contact information below.
Tel: 015396 26400
Email: info@petzl.co.uk
Visit: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/petzlprofessional/
