Fire departments and industrial users alike prefer Maxiforce® Air Lifting Bag Systems. The aramid fiber reinforced lifting bags are the accepted standard for emergency service agencies worldwide. Maxiforce Lifting Bags and system components have been designed and manufactured under ISO 9001 guidelines that insure high manufacturing standards, rigorous testing and unequaled quality and service.
The Paratech Model 92 "Rescue Engine or Truck" Air Bag Kit is a Maxiforce Air Lifting Bag System that includes 7 different sizes of Maxiforce Air Lifting Bags. Unlike other lifting bag systems, Paratech manufactures all of its major components. This assures the quality of the lifting bag system from inflation to deflation. The control equipment and components (sold separately) play a critical role in successful lifting bag use. This complete kit has the power to lift, move or shift weights up to 92 tons.
Safety: Maxiforce Air Lifting Bags are extremely tough,
made of Neoprene, embedded with three (3) full layers of Aramid fiber reinforcement
on each side, giving the bags tremendous strength at full inflation. Each Air
Lifting Bag has been subjected to a stringent factory pressure test to assure
maximum operator safety.
Capacity: Does the height/weight capacity match the task?
Non-emergency applications may only require one or two sizes. Emergency Service
providers need a variety of lifting capacities.
Shape: Match the shape of the bag to the contact area of
the load to maximize your effectiveness. Use rectangular shaped bags against
linear loads and when lifting on hills or inclines. Square bags are great for
stacking on flat surfaces. Rescue crews should have both square and rectangle
lifting bags.
Thickness: The thinner the lift bag the better. The most
notable feature of quality manufacturing is the ability to produce a thin, tough
lifting bag. Maxiforce Air Lifting Bags range in thickness from 5/8"
(1.6cm) to 1" (2.5cm).
Material: Neoprene with Aramid reinforcement comprise most
of the Lift Bag materials. These materials provide strength, durability, flexibility
and chemical resistance. Maxiforce was the first Aramid reinforced high
pressure lift bag.
Surface: Small molded raised dimples provide an interlocking
surface for stacking 2 lift bags. Once again Maxiforce was the first with an
interlocking surface. Those larger "cleated" surfaces on other bags are not
well suited to easy placement and should be avoided. Remember, it's not the
size of the dimple, it's how many per square inch.
Positioning Eyelets: At least 2 on all lift bags with a 10
ton rating or higher. A must for rescue work. Allows for vertical placement,
safe retrieval and carrying.
Markings: Technical data is molded into the bag surface.
Warnings are permanently labeled. The famous "X" marks the center of
the load.
Air Inlet: Brass with maximum pull strength. The inlet is
threaded to receive a brass inflation nipple. Why brass? No corrosion. Easy
to repair.
Works Quietly: Completely silent to use. There are no engine
sounds or loud mechanical noises when Maxiforce is used.
Specifications on bags included:
| Model |
Dimensions |
Capacity |
Height |
Weight |
| KPI-1 |
6"x6"x5/8" |
1.2 tons |
3.0" |
2 lbs |
| KPI-3 |
6"x12"x5/8" |
2.8 tons |
3.5" |
3 lbs. |
| KPI-5 |
10"x10"x5/8" |
4.3 tons |
5.4" |
4 lbs |
| KPI-12 |
15"x15"x3/4" |
10.8 tons |
8.2" |
10 lbs. |
| KPI-17 |
15"x21"x3/4" |
15.0 tons |
9.0" |
13 lbs. |
| KPI-22 |
20"x20"x3/4" |
20.2 tons |
11.0" |
16 lbs. |
| KPI-32 |
24"x24"x3/4" |
29.9 tons |
13.0" |
22 lbs. |
