Collection: Steel Anchors

Choose beam trolleys when workers need to move along the beam while staying connected. Choose fixed beam anchors when workers stay in one area and don't need mobility. Cross arm straps work for both temporary jobs and situations where beam clamps won't fit. All Malta Dynamics steel anchors support one user (130-310 lbs.) in fall arrest or fall restraint applications. Per OSHA 1926.502(d)(15), the structural steel beam must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. per attached employee.

Decisions on anchorage should be made by the company Competent Person, sometimes under direction of Qualified Person.

OSHA 1926.502(d)(15) requires anchor points to be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. per employee attached, or be designed, installed, and used as part of a complete personal fall arrest system maintaining a safety factor of at least two under supervision of a qualified person. Before installing any steel anchor, a competent person must verify the structural steel beam is capable of withstanding the required load. Inspect the beam for damage, corrosion, or structural compromise. Malta Dynamics anchors meet safety standards when installed on properly rated structures per manufacturer instructions.

Yes. Malta Dynamics beam trolleys and fixed beam anchors can be used overhead or below D-Ring level when appropriately planned by a competent person. Foot-level or below D-Ring anchorage requires additional considerations including increased fall distance and higher forces on the anchor point. When tying off below D-Ring, consider using a Class 2 SRL, also known as leading edge SRL designed for that application. Always consult your site safety plan and competent person before using anchors at foot level.

Conduct regular inspection before each use by checking for wear, damage, or corrosion on all anchor components. Look for cracks, deformation, or excessive wear on hooks, paws, D-Rings, and adjustment mechanisms. Verify locking mechanisms function properly and all hardware is secure. Remove any damaged anchors from service immediately. Anchors must also be removed from service after exposure to fall arrest forces. A competent person should perform documented inspections per your site's managed fall protection program. Malta Dynamics offers training and inspection services to help ensure compliance.

Both allow movement along structural steel, but they operate differently. Beam walkers slide along the top flange of I-beams or H-beams as workers move, fitting flange widths from 3.5" to 14" (or 12" to 30" for the large version). Beam trolleys use free-rolling aluminum wheels that trail behind workers for smoother movement and fit 3" to 10" flange widths. Both provide 5,000 lb. tensile strength and meet ANSI Z359.18-2017 and OSHA 1926.502 standards. Choose based on your flange width and preference for sliding versus rolling movement along the steel.