Collection: Concrete Anchors

An anchor is the connection point that secures the entire fall protection system to a structure. The anchor attaches to structural elements like beams, concrete, or roof decking. A self-retracting lifeline or lanyard connects to the anchor on one end, typically with a carabiner or snap hook, and to the worker's harness on the other end. This creates a complete personal fall arrest system: anchor point, connecting device (SRL or lanyard), and a full body harness.

Fixed post anchors and anchor plates work best on flat commercial roofs. The difference is the number of tie-off points. Post anchors provide standing-height connection points that provide ease of use, and anchor plates offer multiple tie-off points from one installation.

Older concrete may have lower compressive strength or surface deterioration that affects the anchor performance. Have a qualified person test concrete strength before selecting anchors. 

It depends on the anchor's rated capacity and your fall protection system design. Most single-point anchors support one worker, but anchor plates with multiple D-rings can support multiple tie-offs if rated appropriately. Consult a qualified person to design systems for multiple workers on one anchor point.

Wedge anchors expand inside drilled holes to create permanent, high-strength connections. They're ideal for fixed installations because they cannot be removed and reused. Other options like parapet anchors clamp without drilling, and swivel anchors add rotation for mobility.

Concrete anchors bolt directly into concrete surfaces and provide a higher load capacity than many other roof anchors. If you’re working on concrete substrates, our fall protection anchors provide the strongest connection.