SB Rescue Sling Matesaver with Mounting Kit
The SB RESCUE SLING is a NATO approved complete man overboard recovery solution. SB Rescue Sling Matesaver, available with the SB Mounting Kit, offers a comprehensive and reliable solution for man overboard (MOB) emergencies. This package combines the efficiency and ease of the SB Rescue Sling Matesaver with the secure storage and quick access provided by the SB Mounting Kit, ensuring that your lifesaving equipment is always ready when you need it most.
THE SB RESCUE SLING MAN OVERBOARD RECOVERY SYSTEM
MCA & SOLAS ACCEPTED
Complete MOB System with Single User Operation:
The SB Rescue Sling is a complete man overboard system that is designed for recovering a casualty without the rescuer having to enter the water. The unit can be easily used from a boat or a steep-sided canal / lake or where there is a distance recovery. This man overboard recovery equipment can be operated by one person whilst weighing only 3 Kg—the SB Rescue Sling can also be used in conjunction with the SB Rescue Davit.
This package comes with the SB Rescue Sling Mounting Kit.
Key Features & Equipment Benefits:
- Quick and Easy to Use: The SB Rescue Sling Matesaver is designed for simplicity and speed, ensuring you can quickly respond to man overboard emergencies. Whether you’re on a boat, beside a steep canal, or near a lake, this MOB equipment enables efficient distance recovery with minimal effort.
- Safe Operation from Vessel or Shore: The rescuer remains safely onboard the vessel or ashore, eliminating the need to enter the water. This ensures the safety of both the rescuer and the casualty during the recovery process.
- Rapid Re-arming: After use, the SB Rescue Sling Matesaver can be re-armed in less than 30 seconds, making it ready for the next emergency in no time. This rapid rearming feature is critical for environments where multiple rescues may be necessary.
- Extendable Telescopic Handle: The reach pole system extends from a compact 2.1 metres to an impressive 5.2 metres, allowing you to safely recover a casualty from a distance. Its unextended length of just 2.1 metres makes it easy to store and transport.
- One-Person Operation: The SB Rescue Sling Matesaver is designed for convenient one-person operation, making it ideal for smaller crews or solo operators who need to act quickly in emergencies.
- Lightweight and Portable Design: Weighing only 3 kg, this MOB system is easy to handle and deploy, reducing fatigue during operation. Its lightweight design also makes it easier to store on any vessel or in a cabinet, ensuring it’s always within reach.
- No Maintenance Required: This system is built for durability and requires no ongoing maintenance, reducing the long-term cost of ownership. Routine inspections are all that’s needed, and they can be easily performed by any competent staff member.
- Compatible with a Wide Range of Accessories: The SB Rescue Sling Matesaver is compatible with a range of rescue equipment, including the Recovery Cradle, SB Rescue Davit, and Block & Tackle. This versatility makes it a popular choice for various maritime applications.
- Approved and Trusted: CE-approved, the SB Rescue Sling Matesaver meets the highest safety standards and is trusted by shipbuilders, tugboat operators, government organizations, and commercial fishermen worldwide. It also comes with an instructional booklet in English and Traditional Chinese upon request.
Sb Rescue Sling Technical Information:
- SB Rescue Frame: Anodised Aluminium - 1.2m
- SB Handle: Anodised Aluminium - 1m
- SB Telescopic Boat Hook/Handle: Anodised Aluminium -
1.7m/3m - SB Rescue Line:6m x 12mm Plaited Polyester
- SB Harness: lifespan of 3 years
- Weight: 3Kg
- Length: 2.1m / 5.1m
SB Rescue Sling Accessories:
- SB Mounting Kit - 40020066A
- SB Forensic Recovery Body Bag - 40020037
- SB Photoluminescent Sign - 40020118
- SB PVC Storage Bag - 40020111
- SB Rescue Sling Davits - 40020069
- SB Hook End - 40020209
SPECIFICATION
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SB Rescue Frame - Anodised Aluminium - 1.2m
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SB Handle - Anodised Aluminium - 1m
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SB Telescopic Boat Hook/Handle - Anodised Aluminium - 1.7m/3m
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SB Rescue Line - 6m x 12mm Plaited Polyester
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SB Harness
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Weight 3Kg
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Length - 2.1m / 5.1m
As part of our continuing programme of product appraisal, we tested-to-destruction two SB Rescue Slings selected at random from our stock. One of them broke at 980 Kg, and the other did not fail until 1,360 Kg !
Spares :
Accessories :
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SB Grapple Hook End - 40020208
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SB Boat Hook End - 40020209
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What is the SB Rescue Sling Matesaver?
The SB Rescue Sling Matesaver is a SOLAS- and MCA-accepted man overboard (MOB) recovery system designed to recover casualties without the rescuer entering the water. It is suitable for use on boats, steep-sided canals, lakes, or any scenario where rapid, safe distance recovery is required. As the exclusive global distributor, we supply the SB Rescue Sling to commercial operators, rescue services, military users, and offshore organisations, supported by replacement parts, guidance, and decades of expertise.
How does the SB Rescue Sling work?
The system features a lightweight telescopic handle extending from 2.1m to 5.2m, allowing one-person operation. The SB Rescue Sling can be used alone or in combination with recovery cradles, SB Rescue Davits, or block & tackle systems, providing a wide range of versatile recovery options for your vessel, marina or station.
Can the SB Rescue Sling be customised?
Yes. The system is compatible with a range of rescue equipment and accessories, such as mounting kits, PVC protective storage bags, forensic recovery solutions, man overboard training bundles, and the SB Davit. Complete training packages and spares are also available to meet your vessel-specific requirements for a fully ready man overboard solution, put together to your specifications.
What Approvals Does the SB Rescue Sling Have?
The system is CE-approved and widely accepted by SOLAS and MCA authorities. Trusted by shipbuilders, tug operators, government organisations, and commercial fishermen worldwide, and comes with an instructional booklet in English and Traditional Chinese upon request.
Is the SB Rescue Sling Easy to Use?
Yes. The SB Rescue Sling Matesaver is simple and quick to use, with a logical design allows one person to operate it easily, making it ideal for when crew is limited, or for solo operators. Whether on a boat, by a canal, or near a lake, the SB Rescue sling is designed for fast, safe recovery with minimal exertion from the operator. After use, the man overboard system can be re-armed in under 30 seconds, so it’s ready for the next emergency immediately. It also only very lightweight, at 3kg.
Whats the Maintenance like for the SB Rescue Sling?
Yes. The SB Rescue Sling requires no ongoing maintenance, keeping long-term costs low. Routine inspections are all that’s needed, and any competent staff member can perform them. There’s no need to book official inspections or worry about preparing for surveyors, making it simple and hassle-free to keep the unit ready for use.
Who Uses the SB Rescue Sling?
The SB Rescue Sling is trusted and used in over 52 countries worldwide. It is approved and relied upon by MCA, SOLAS, and NATO authorities, and is commonly used by shipbuilders, tug operators, government organisations, commercial fishermen, and other maritime professionals who need a safe, effective man overboard recovery system.
What is the SB MOB Cradle Recovery Pole?
The MOB Cradle Recovery Pole is a telescopic rescue pole, made from parts of the SB Rescue Sling, but works as a standalone product. Designed to guide a casualty safely into a recovery cradle or stretcher, extending from 1.73 m to 4.73 m and features dual hook ends: a strong loop-style body hook for lifting or guiding a person, and a smaller boat-hook end for snagging the cradle’s netting.
