Pulleys and rigging blocks for tree work and the general arborist market. We carry blocks and pulleys from CMI, Buckingham, Petzl and other companies who have proven track records in arborist equipment. The gear is top-notch and tested for safety, from the aluminum spring block one piece design to the traditional Hobbs aluminum block. For more information on how to use blocks in tree work check out the 8 part video series on rigging, The Art and Science of Practical Rigging. It is available for rental or purchase and is full of helpful information that will make your next job safer, faster, and easier.
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Half-inch blocks & pulleys are ideal for quick redirects, light rigging, slack tending, rescue operations, and more. Wide selection from Petzl, CMI, and others.
Five eighths inch blocks and pulleys are often used for everyday rigging and are compatible with our most popular diameters of tree rigging lines.
Self-jamming pulleys, swivels, pulleys with built-in swivels, amd other specialty pulleys can be found here.
Three quarter inch blocks & pulleys are ideal for heavy rigging and will accept all but the very largest bull ropes. These blocks have great safe working load limits.
1” Hobbs Block accepts the largest ropes used in the industry and offers incredible strength, durability, and performance. A good investment.
Block and tackle sets are available with or without rope included and are a great way to increase your lifting power. You will also find rigging kits and rope pullers here.