Carbis, Inc.
Carbis, Inc. is a company that specializes in the design and manufacture of fall protection and bulk loading safety equipment. The company primarily serves industries where workers are at risk of falling or need safe access to elevated work areas, such as the transportation, manufacturing, and energy sectors.
Key Areas of Expertise and Product Offerings:
Fall Protection Systems:
- Guardrails:
- Permanent and portable guardrails designed to prevent falls from elevated workspaces.
- Safety Gates:
- Self-closing safety gates for added protection at access points.
- Harness Systems:
- Personal fall arrest systems including harnesses, lifelines, and anchorages.
- Guardrails:
Bulk Loading and Unloading Solutions:
- Loading Racks and Platforms:
- Custom-engineered loading racks and platforms for safe access and efficient loading/unloading of bulk materials.
- Fall Protection for Loading Areas:
- Platforms equipped with fall protection measures to ensure worker safety during loading and unloading processes.
- Loading Racks and Platforms:
Access Equipment:
- Gangways and Stairs:
- Adjustable gangways and stairs to provide safe access to elevated areas, including railcars and trucks.
- Ladders:
- Fixed and portable ladders designed with safety and compliance in mind.
- Gangways and Stairs:
Custom Engineering Solutions:
- Carbis offers tailor-made solutions to meet specific client requirements, adapting size, material, and structural design to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
Industries Served:
- Oil and Gas: Safe loading and unloading systems for petroleum products.
- Chemical: Fall protection and access systems for chemical plants.
- Food and Beverage: Sanitary and safe access solutions for food processing environments.
- Transportation: Systems for safe access to railcars and tank trucks.
- Aerospace: Specialized platforms and fall protection for aircraft maintenance.
Compliance and Safety:
Carbis, Inc. places a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and safety standards. Their products often adhere to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards, ensuring that workplaces comply with safety regulations.
Global Reach:
The company services clients on a global scale, providing solutions and support to businesses worldwide.
Commitment to Innovation:
Carbis is known for its commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. The company frequently updates its products to incorporate the latest safety technologies and materials.
For specific details or the latest updates about their products and services, you might want to visit their official website or contact their customer service directly.
- 1-800-845-2387 x 7210
- www.carbis.net/marine/
- 843-662-1536
Products
Ship and barge access systems, ferry and passanger vessel ramps and gangways, marine loading arms, skid packages (pump and process), marine ladders, dry disconnects
Florence USA
PO Box 6229
Florence SC 29502
USA
Florence SC 29502
USA
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