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Rope Access Services

Rope Access is an efficient and safe method that allows technicians to enter hard to access work areas. The process involves utilising ropes and climbing equipment, enabling skilled technicians to effectively navigate and operate within challenging environments.

Whether you have a requirement to inspect wind turbines, maintain an offshore platform or access other hard to reach areas, rope access is a versatile method that minimises disruption to your operations. The method offers a fresh alternative, reduces manpower and cuts costs in comparison to traditional methods.

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Flexible, Reliable & Safe Rope Access Services

Over the years, Glacier Energy has earned a strong reputation for delivering reactive, reliable  and safe rope access services for various projects within the renewable, infrastructure and oil and gas sectors. It’s also worth noting we’re well-versed in delivering our services to all trades including riggers, painters, electricians and welders.

Due to the flexibility of rope access, the service can be utilised in different ways. With Glacier Energy’s multi-sector expertise and a 40+ year track record providing NDT and Inspection services globally, our rope access service can be combined with additional services including:

  • Conventional and Advanced NDT Inspection
  • Inspection & Survey
  • Electrical Services
  • Install and Decommission
  • Working at Height Consultancy
  • Supervision and Rescue Cover
  • Emergency Response
  • Fall Protection
  • Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing of Composite Material
  • Internal and External Close Visual Inspection (CVI)
  • Wind Turbine Blade Repair
  • Wind Turbine Coating Inspection / Repair
  • Rigging
  • Mechanical Solutions

Wind Rope Access Solution, Sweden

Find out how Glacier Energy successfully carried out a rope access and inspection scope at our clients wind farm in Sweden.

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Rope Access IRATA Members

Safety is at the forefront of what we do. We are full IRATA members, providing you with assurance that your rope access partner is competent and adheres to the highest standards of safety and quality in the industry.

For every rope access project, we deploy IRATA-accredited level 3 technicians who undergo rigorous training and follow strict guidelines to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

  • irata membership
  • F4OR
  • Gl wind logo 3
  • DNV Logo
  • UKAS

Why Utilise Rope Access for your Project?

Rope access is not only considered safe due to the highly disciplined rules and regulations in place, but the process in which Rope Access is carried out forms the basis for having the best track record for safety within the industry. 

This is mainly achieved by the equipment and techniques used. Each technician always works on two points of contact with a rigg rescue system in place for safety, whether it is a basic abseil or a more complex aid climb. Highly trained rope access technicians always work in teams with level three safety supervisors present for the full work scope.

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Secondly, rope access is less time consuming due to the technician’s ability to access multiple points of the work area within a single session. This means it may cause less disruption to your operations, which may not be the case with more traditional methods like scaffolding. 

Due to requiring less manpower and time to complete the project, rope access can act as a method of cutting costs for your organisation and increase efficiencies.

Oil and Gas Platform

A scheduled regular inspection revealed potential integrity issues on the flare structure and handrails of our client's offshore asset, posing a safety risk.

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Why Glacier Energy?

Glacier Energy’s years of working at height expertise, commitment to safety and comprehensive range of services sets us apart as a clear partner of choice to drive your project forward.

Whether your project involves complex structures or ongoing maintenance operations, our team is on hand to deliver solutions that tackle the most demanding environments, with a strong focus on causing minimal disruption.

Want to talk about a rope access project?

Get in touch with our rope access team to discuss how Glacier Energy can support your project.