Davit systems
Davit Arm Assembly
Description/Downloads
Davit arms are traditionally associated with suspending powered platforms from buildings, but they are also useful for rope descent systems by creating a suspension point outboard of architectural elements like louvers, eyebrows, sun shades, awnings, glass railing and non-load bearing parapets.
These systems are most frequently designed into new construction projects because they required substantial structure around the perimeter of the building. We routinely design davits to support rope descent systems, powered platforms, single worker cages or powered bosun chairs. Similar to Outrigger Beams, these can be conveniently and easily repositioned and stored out of view.
Even though there may be several Davit Base Assemblies, only one Davit Arm is required per roof. The design of the system incorporates ultra-durable wheels to make moving the Davit Arm manageable.
These systems are most frequently designed into new construction projects because they required substantial structure around the perimeter of the building. We routinely design davits to support rope descent systems, powered platforms, single worker cages or powered bosun chairs. Similar to Outrigger Beams, these can be conveniently and easily repositioned and stored out of view.
Even though there may be several Davit Base Assemblies, only one Davit Arm is required per roof. The design of the system incorporates ultra-durable wheels to make moving the Davit Arm manageable.
| Standard Sizes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Boom | 3 feet | 6 feet |
| Mast | 5.5 feet | 8 feet |
Tech Data Sheet
Davit Base Assemblies
Weldable Davit Base
Description/Downloads
Used on new steel frame construction, the Weldable Davit Base is field-welded to structural beams. Web stiffeners and bracing can be applied for added strength.
Bolt-Through Davit Base
Description/Downloads
The Bolt-Through connection is used on existing roof or floor slabs that are made of structural concrete. The anchor is attached through the deck with bolts, back plates, lock washers, and nuts.
Beam-Wrap Davit Base
Description/Downloads
The Beam Wrap connection offers a solution when an adequately sized steel beam is available for attachment on retrofit projects.
Cast-in-place Davit Base
Description/Downloads
The Cast-in-Place connection is used on concrete roofs. The embed and anchorage are placed during forming - before the concrete is poured - for a permanent, structural anchorage point.
