The Z3-Fire is an innovative multi-functional device which combines the features of a drill powered ascender, rescue compliant descender, and progress capture pulley into one compact (8" x 5" x 4") and light-weight (5lbs) unit.

Fully PPE certified to the following specs:
EN 12841:2024-B/C • 30-285 kg, Rope EN 1891-A Ø 11.0 mm
ANSI Z359.9:2021 / Type 4 • 30-240 kg, Rope EN 1891-A Ø 11.0 mm
EN 341:2011/2A – 200m • 30-195 kg; T > -4°C • Rope ARETE Task Line Static Ø 11.0 mm
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Revolutionary design

The Z3-FIRE is powered by a hand drill AND attached to the operator, solving the problems that other powered ascenders offered BUT at a fraction of the cost. There are NO proprietary batteries or motors to fail, leaving you grounded on a jobsite. And despite being the most affordable, it's the only powered ascender certified as work-positioning PPE — rated under EN 12841 and ANSI Z359.9 for daily rope access work! The Z3 features an integrated dual self-locking mechanism that automatically engages in case of gearbox failure, preventing accidental falls and ensuring operational safety.

Our engineer at How NOT 2 solved the mystery on how to get the unique 11mm wheel to be grabby enough to take you up the rope but slippery enough to let you back down. Few devices are capable of going up AND down with the same wheel!

How NOT 2 is the Official Distributor

Climb Aloha is an approved dealer for AWAH products through the US distributor HowNot2 https://hownot2.com/