Kee Safety has redesigned its KeeLine Horizontal Lifeline system to allow easier installation on bitumen membrane roofs, and provide an enhanced weathering solution.
KeeLine is a wire-based horizontal lifeline system that has been designed to provide continuous fall protection. Fit for use in areas where guardrails are not suitable, the system allows roofers and contractors to safely work on the roof and provides a virtually invisible solution to carry out repairs, maintenance or inspection work.
Installed as a permanent lifeline system, it offers uninterrupted access for up to three users across the whole roof, allowing them to freely move around the surface.
A recently published report conducted by the independent research company Technavio highlighted that the global roofing market is increasing rapidly, with an estimated growth of 30% over the next four years. The global roofing market was valued at $79.26bn in 2015 and is expected to reach $111bn by 2020. The largest growth is forecast to be within the bitumen roofing segment. John Ingram, global product manager for fall protection, says that Kee Safety has redesigned the KeeLine system to take advantage of this growing sector.
KeeLine incorporates a redesigned post and base plate for use on bitumen membrane roofs, as well as being suitable for metal profile, standing seam and composite panel roofs. The system comprises enhanced safety features including new toggle fixings, a slimline corner design, stronger rivets, improved swage and reduced height intermediate uprights. KeeLine allows for spans of 12m between posts and the brackets permit the traveller to glide easily along the system ensuring the user does not need to detach at any time.
