The Clutch delivers with a robust, efficient, intuitive and implicitly safe design. We understand that rescue and rope access professionals want to do more with fewer pieces of equipment. Jason Lusk, Director of Product Strategy for CMC says, “The Clutch was inspired by our customers.

The CLUTCH and CMC’s G11™ Lifeline can be used together to build NFPA G rated systems using 11 mm rope saving space and reducing weight.

Integrated becket allows for direct connection of mechanical advantage systems.

Machined aluminum chassis clad with stainless steel wear guards ensures lightweight durability.

Anti-panic brake and force limiting features ensure operational safety and overload protection.Rope loading/unloading is secured with an innovative double-latched side plate design that is independent of the device‘s attachment point.Stainless steel ratcheting and rotating sheave that provide efficient and audible progress capture.Single wearable tool suited for efficient hauling, controlled lowering, smooth personal descent, easy ascending and belaying.Additional notable features on this innovative device include: The CLUTCH is a versatile device that enables the technical rope professional to do more with less. This multipurpose device was designed and engineered in collaboration by two companies with a collective 90 year history in rope management under heavy loads: CMC, a company with roots in rescue and rope access, and Harken Industrial, a manufacturing company with roots in high-performance sailing. 25, 2019) – CMC and Harken Industrial are excited to announce the launch of the much anticipated CLUTCH, the latest evolution in rescue and rope access hardware, intuitively designed for ease of operation and optimal descent control.

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