Improved! As one of the most versatile tools in rope rescue, the CMC AZTEK ProSeries System reflects our philosophy of keeping rigging equipment simple, efficient, light, compact, and multi-purpose. Originally developed by Reed Thorne of Arizona-based Ropes That Rescue, the AZTEK (Arizona Technician’s Edge Kit) is used worldwide and offers more than 100 rigging solutions in a single bag. The CMC AZTEK ProSeries System is made in USA of US and foreign components.

This system now includes an updated AZTEK ProSeries Pack that has improved fabric durability, new reflective piping, and a fresh OD Green color. The pack is feature rich with 1000D nylon/Tarpaulin construction for abrasion resistance, mesh panel for ventilation and drying, Garage Pockets™ to protect cord, double-zippered top compartments, and tension lock buckles for carrying on the waist or thigh. Note: product videos may show previous pack model (no longer available in Coyote color).

Features

The CMC AZTEK ProSeries System is the first AZTEK system to be UL Classified to NFPA 1983 (2017 ED) – General Use – Manufactured System. The system is thoughtfully designed to support rescue teams and each component has been tested and proven to work efficiently in a multitude of lab and field scenarios. Everything comes pre-rigged and fully assembled for immediate deployment.

The set-of-fours includes 15.2 m (50 ft) of 8 mm AZTEK ProSeries Cord, which is CMC’s high-performance 100% nylon blend. These can extend to 3.6 m (12 ft) while providing a 4:1 or 5:1 mechanical advantage with a Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) of 38 kN (8,542 lbf).

For a personal edge travel-restrict with nearly 15.2 m (50 ft) of adjustable travel, attach the carabiner of the personal end of the system to an appropriate anchor and restrict edge travel using the integrated Purcell connected to your harness. The sleeved web edge-pro helps protect the cord around anchors with abrasive surfaces.

Uses

Whether using the set-of-fours (SOFs) as a quick 4:1 or 5:1 M/A for a multitude of rigging applications, or for personal edge protection, the versatile AZTEK ProSeries System gives rescuers endless rigging solutions:

• Quickly adjusts litter attendant position
• High angle litter scoops
• Solo pick-off
• Easily pass knots
• Correct disoriented equipment under load
• Effortlessly transfer loads
• Promptly establish dynamic fixed brakes
• Pretensioned back-ties
• Redirect anchors
• Establish travel restriction
• Dynamic directionals
• Dynamic lowers
• Hauling systems
• High angle attendant tether
• Load-releasing hitch
• Personal mechanical advantage (PMA)
• Solo pick-off
• Tensioned guying

Contents

The CMC AZTEK ProSeries System comes fully assembled in the AZTEK ProSeries Pack and includes the following:

• CMC AZTEK Omni Pulley Set, (one blue, one orange) – UL Classified to NFPA 1983 (2017 ED)
• Quick Pin for AZTEK Omni Pulley
• AZTEK ProSeries Cord – 15.2 m (50 ft) of 8 mm hi-viz orange, 15 kN (3,372 lbf), Sewn-Eye Termination – 12 kN (2,698 lbf)
• AZTEK Edge-Pro Tubular Webbing, blue .6 m (24 in)
• ProTech™ Aluminum Auto-Lock Carabiner w/ removable keeper pin – 29 kN (6,519 lbf)
• AZTEK Bound-Loop Prusik, orange (6 mm) – 9 in
• AZTEK Bound-Loop Prusik, blue (6 mm) – 9 in
• AZTEK Bound-Loop Purcell, blue (6 mm) – 42 in
• Maillon Rapide Quick Link, Oval (7 mm) – 27 kN (6,070 lbf)

Pulley / Rescue Belay / Descent Control
Pat. 7,658,264

The MPD allows you to go from lowering to raising without changing hardware. More than nine years of research and development went into the patented Multi-Purpose Device (MPD), which features major innovations in advanced technical hardware for rope rescue professionals. The MPD’s high-efficiency pulley, with an integral rope-grab mechanism, allows it to be used as a lowering device on the main line and belay line systems and be quickly changed over to a raising system without switching out or replacing hardware. The combination of essential features into a single device simplifies on-scene rigging, expediting the rescue. The revolutionary MPD increases user safety with:

• Reduced Weight
• Fewer Components
• Faster Rigging
• Quick Changeovers
• Simplified Training
• Lower Risk
• Max load of 272 kg (600 lbs)

The MPD is UL Classified as a Pulley, Descent Control, and Belay device.

• Variable-friction descent control device for rescue systems and rappels
• Incorporates a high efficiency pulley with an integral rope-locking mechanism (ratchet) for a haul system
• Built-in becket allows cleaner rigging and more efficient pulley systems
• Allows main line and belay line rigging to be mirrored or twin-tensioned
• Functions as both a lowering brake and as a ratcheting pulley for raising
• Ideal for confined space operations because it converts rapidly to a retrieval line

The MPD includes a protective Cordura^® nylon storage bag and MPD User’s Manual.

*13 mm version designed for use with 12.5 – 13 mm rope. Rope used for certification rounded up to 13 mm per NFPA 1983. The 11 mm model is designed for and tested with 11 mm rope. 11 mm model UL rated “T” Technical Use for descent control.

CE Model not available for purchase in the United States.

An Innovation in Rope Rescue!
Pulley / Descender / Belay Device
Pat. 7,658,264
EN 12278:2007
EN 341:2011/2A
EN 12841:2006/C

(MPD CE tested using 11 mm Teufelberger PATRON rope.)

The MPD allows you to go from lowering to raising without changing hardware. More than nine years of research and development went into the patented Multi-Purpose Device (MPD), which features major innovations in advanced technical hardware for rope rescue professionals. The MPD’s high-efficiency pulley, with an integral rope-grab mechanism, allows it to be used as a lowering device on the main line and belay line systems and be quickly changed over to a raising system without switching out or replacing hardware. The combination of essential features into a single device simplifies on-scene rigging, expediting the rescue. The revolutionary MPD increases user safety with:

• Reduced Weight
• Fewer Components
• Faster Rigging
• Quick Changeovers
• Simplified Training
• Lower Risk
• Max load of 272 kg (600 lbs)

The MPD is CE Certified as a pulley and descent control device

• Variable-friction descent control device for rescue systems and rappels
• Incorporates a high efficiency pulley with an integral rope-locking mechanism (ratchet) for a haul system
• Built-in becket allows cleaner rigging and more efficient pulley systems
• Allows main line and belay line rigging to be mirrored or twin-tensioned
• Functions as both a lowering brake and as a ratcheting pulley for raising
• Ideal for confined space operations because it converts rapidly to a retrieval line

The MPD comes with a padded Cordura^® nylon storage bag and User’s Manual.

The design of our redesigned CSR² (Confined Space Rescue) Pulley is stronger yet lighter and incorporates 7/16 in (11 mm) to 1/2 in (13 mm) life safety rope. Ideal for industrial applications as well as many rescue operations, the CSR² uses our proprietary, patented locking system, which eliminates a toothed cam or Prusik so it can be easily and safely released while under load. (The absence of the toothed cam means that even if the system is fully collapsed and pulled tight, it can still be released easily. Systems using a toothed cam must be raised even further before the cam can be released, which can be impossible if the system is fully collapsed without thinking about this problem ahead of time – causing potential problems with the load on the system becoming stuck.) An integral thrust-bearing swivel reduces torque by aligning the pulley with the load, thereby increasing efficiency and safety. Its larger size allows for the easy application of rescue-size carabiners.

Machined from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum, the CSR² features a high-strength aluminum side plate, sealed bearings and anodized aluminum sheaves. The side becket location allows for maximum lift height and full retraction of the system, and a removable becket cover facilitates changing out lifeline with sewn terminations.

• All-new stronger, lighter-weight design
• Compatible with 11-13 mm life safety rope
• Meets NFPA 1983 (2017 ED) – General Use
• CSR² Pulley MBS 46 kN (10,341 lbf) / CSR² Double Pulley MBS 45 kN (10,116 lbf)
• Machined from solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum
• Made in USA

The design of our redesigned CSR² (Confined Space Rescue) Pulley is stronger yet lighter and incorporates 7/16 in (11 mm) to 1/2 in (13 mm) life safety rope. Ideal for industrial applications as well as many rescue operations, the CSR² uses our proprietary, patented locking system, which eliminates a toothed cam or Prusik so it can be easily and safely released while under load. (The absence of the toothed cam means that even if the system is fully collapsed and pulled tight, it can still be released easily. Systems using a toothed cam must be raised even further before the cam can be released, which can be impossible if the system is fully collapsed without thinking about this problem ahead of time – causing potential problems with the load on the system becoming stuck.) An integral thrust-bearing swivel reduces torque by aligning the pulley with the load, thereby increasing efficiency and safety. Its larger size allows for the easy application of rescue-size carabiners.

Machined from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum, the CSR² features a high-strength aluminum side plate, sealed bearings and anodized aluminum sheaves. The side becket location allows for maximum lift height and full retraction of the system, and a removable becket cover facilitates changing out lifeline with sewn terminations.

CE models sold in Europe only.

• All-new stronger, lighter-weight design
• Max Rope Diameter ≤13 mm
• CE Certified – Meets EN 12278
• CSR²-CE Pulley MBS 46 kN (10,341 lbf) / CSR²-CE Double Pulley MBS 46 kN (10,341 lbf)
• Machined from solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum
• Made in USA

No detail has been overlooked in our redesign of the ProSeries^® Pulleys. Built workhorse tough to deliver years of dependable service, these HD (Heavy Duty) Pulleys are loaded with enhanced features including:

• Large high-efficiency anodized aluminum sheave
• High-strength sealed bearings that minimize loss of mechanical advantage and will deliver optimum performance haul after haul
• Side plates constructed of machined aircraft-grade aluminum, with smooth rounded edges to minimize rope wear
• Wide attachment point that supports multiple rescue-size carabiners
• PMP (Prusik-Minding Pulley) bottom shaped for maximum efficiency with Prusik hitches and also works well with mechanical rope-grabs

Note: Do not load a single side only of a double-sheave pulley.

Our new Prusik-minding pulley (PMP) is ideal for high anchor points or tripod use. The rotating swivel aligns the rope with the direction of the pull. Its stainless steel sheave can be used with either rescue rope or wire cable. By combining the swivel with the pulley, overall system length is minimized, increasing travel. The patented pivoting side plate allows the rope to be quickly inserted.

• Stainless steel sheave allows use with wire cable
• Prusik-minding side plate opens without having to disconnect the pulley from the anchor
• A double-detent button prevents accidental opening of side plate
• Sealed ball bearings provide maximum efficiency

In addition to technical rope rescue applications; for the rope access equipment cache or rope access hardware kit in need of rounding out or in need of enhancement, the PMP Swivel Pulley can be a quality rope access gear addition.

The Swivel Double Pulley features aluminum sheaves and an integrated becket for building mechanical advantage systems. This double pulley is an excellent addition to rescue and rope access gear caches that need to be rounded out or enhanced.

Features

• Rotating swivel aligns rope with direction of pull
• Integrated becket for mechanical advantage systems
• Pivoting side plates open without having to disconnect pulley from anchor
• Double-detent button prevents accidental opening of side plates
• Aluminum sheaves for lightweight durability
• High-efficiency sealed ball bearings
• Integrated swivel minimizes overall system length and increases travel

Do not load a single side only of a double sheave pulley.

The larger sized Prusik-minding pulley (PMP) Swivel 2.6 is ideal for industrial rescue use where maximum pulley efficiency and strength is important. The rotating swivel aligns the rope with the direction of the pull. By combining the swivel with the pulley, overall system length is minimized, increasing travel. The patented pivoting side plate allows the rope to be quickly inserted.

• Prusik-minding side plate opens without having to disconnect the pulley from the anchor
• A double-detent button prevents accidental opening of side plate
• Sealed ball bearings provide maximum efficiency
• Aluminum sheave
• Works with rope sizes up to 13 mm
• UL Classified to NFPA 1983 – General Use
• 3 Sigma MBS 78 kN (17,534 lbf)

NOW CERTIFIED to NFPA 1983 – Technical Use

PATENTED

The compact, lightweight Prusik-minding pulley (PMP) Swivel 1.1 is ideal for backcountry use where every packable ounce matters. The rotating swivel aligns the rope with the direction of the pull. By combining the swivel with the pulley, overall system length is minimized, increasing travel. The patented pivoting side plate allows the rope to be quickly inserted.

• Prusik-minding side plate opens without having to disconnect the pulley from the anchor
• A double-detent button prevents accidental opening of side plate
• Sealed ball bearings provide maximum efficiency
• Aluminum sheave
• Works with rope sizes up to 13 mm
• UL Classified to NFPA 1983 – Technical Use
• 3 Sigma MBS 20 kN (4,496 lbf)

This lightweight, full-strength, Prusik-minding pulley is ideal for mountain rescue, swiftwater, or other technical teams where equipment weight is a significant consideration. By machining the side plates, the thickness of the metal can be varied to maximize the strength-to-weight ratio, a process that cannot be done with traditional bent metal side plates. Sealed ball bearings provide high efficiency and aluminum side plates protect the rope. An extremely low-profile stainless steel axle assembly reduces snagging on rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces. Designed for lifeline up to 1/2 inch (13 mm) in diameter.

The patented locking mechanism in our updated CSR² Pulley™ is easy to release under load, creating much greater efficiency with the lowering and raising necessary to a confined space rescue. The machined aluminum swivels at both ends of the system eliminate any potential twisting of the lines. This system is also an excellent choice for confined space entry or rope access work where a heavy-duty pulley system is desired. Systems comes completed reeved and packed into its storage bag ready to use.

• All-new stronger, lighter-weight design
• Available with either 11 mm (7/16 in) or 12.5 mm (1/2 in) Static-Pro Lifeline
• Systems are UL Classified to NFPA 1983 (2017 ED) – General Use
• CSR² Pulley MBS 46 kN (10,341 lbf) / CSR² Double Pulley MBS 45 kN (10,116 lbf)
• Machined from solid block of high-grade aluminum
• Includes (2) ProSeries^® Aluminum Screw-Lock Carabiners, MBS 47 kN (10,566 lbf) – General Use
• Includes 5 ft of 4 mm (5/32 in) nylon accessory cord to remotely control the locking mechanism
• Made in USA

Ideal for mountain rescue, swift water, ski patrol, tower work or other technical uses, where equipment weight is a significant consideration, these lightweight, full-strength Prusik-minding pulleys feature extremely low-profile stainless steel hardware to reduce snagging on rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces. By machining the side plates, the thickness of the metal can be optimized to maximize the strength-to-weight ratio, a process that cannot be done with the traditional bent metal side plates. The unique axle assembly delivers a smooth side plate and impressive strength. The aluminum sheave is mounted on sealed ball bearings for high efficiency. Ideal for small block-and-tackle kits.

Note: Not compatible with 1/2-in (12.5-mm) or larger ropes.

Do not load a single side only of a double sheave pulley.

Our Kootenay Ultra Pulley is the most functional, versatile knot-passing and high-strength tie-off pulley available. For high lines, the rigging holes allow for optimum separation of tag lines and hoist ropes for reeving variations. For English and Norwegian reeves, a greater spread between the hoist pulleys significantly reduces the chance of inadvertent spinning of the load. Separate rigging holes make rigging easier and also prevent carabiners from binding against each other. For high-strength tie-offs, the integrated sheave-lock pin inserts easily into the sheave-lock hole from its stowed axle position. The strong, durable anodized aluminum sheave is fitted with sealed ball bearings for long wear and high efficiency

The AZTEK OMNI pulley blocks and sheaves are machined from solid aluminum, feature swivel connection points, and utilize high-efficiency bearings. These pulleys were developed in the early 2000’s by Reed Thorne of Sedona based Ropes That Rescue. The AZTEK system has become a valuable multipurpose tool of rescue and technical rope access practitioners. The AZTEK pulleys are offered individually or included in our AZTEK ProSeries System (item # 500104).

Note: The Slate blue pulley includes the AZTEK quick release pin and the Orange pulley comes with the side becket cover and screw.