Cascade Rescue Cable Glider

Dedicated Gondola & Tramway Evacuation System

The Cascade Rescue Cable Glider is purpose-built for high-angle aerial evacuation from passenger gondolas and tramways. Constructed almost entirely from high-grade titanium and weighing only 13.2 lbs, rescuers can place the unit onto haul ropes with one hand. Top ski patrol and mountain rescue teams worldwide depend on this platform for swift, secure passenger extraction.

Failsafe Deadman Braking Control

The Cable Glider utilizes a positive-action braking architecture to prevent uncontrolled descent on steep cable gradients.

• Automatic Friction Lock: The brake locks automatically upon mounting and remains engaged until the operator pushes the lever forward.
• Smooth Descent Regulation: Rescuers easily govern travel speed by applying modulated forward pressure on the control lever.
• Deadman Braking: Releasing the brake lever stops travel immediately, preventing a runaway scenario even if the rescuer is incapacitated.
• Mechanical Parking Lock: A manual brake lock secures the glider onto the rope during transfers and setup.

Rider Ergonomics & Handling

• One-Handed Placement: The lightweight 13.2 lb titanium chassis allows easy manipulation from service ladders and towers.
• Supportive Rider Frame: The comfortable seat and rigid down-tube stabilize the rescuer along long cable spans.
• Extendable Footrest: Provides positive footing for tower transitions and passenger transfers.
• Right & Left Configurations: Available in dedicated Left- and Right-hand orientations to match your evacuation rigging SOPs.

Cable Sizing & Actuator Bars

Select the actuator bar corresponding to your haul rope diameter:

• Actuator Bar A: Cables from 48 mm to 58 mm
• Actuator Bar B: Cables from 36 mm to 50 mm
• Actuator Bar C: Cables from 32 mm to 38 mm
• Actuator Bar Z: Cables from 3/4 in to 7/8 in (19 mm to 22 mm)

Technical Specifications