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The Six Pack Lowering Device was developed to improve traditional lowering systems by providing arborists with enhanced control and versatility. Working alongside expert arborist Terry Banyard, together we developed a six bollard system that delivers precise friction management, even for the most demanding rigging jobs.
Concept ideation
Design language development
Prototyping & development
CMF
Rendering & visualisation
Design for Manufacture
Manufacturer drawing set
Working closely with industry experts Terry Banyard and Mike Storey was essential to the development of SixPack. Their deep knowledge of rigging challenges and real-world experience helped shape key design decisions, ensuring the device meets the practical needs of professional arborists. Their feedback during testing and refinement phases drove improvements in friction control, durability, and ease of use,resulting in a tool that supports safe and efficient tree care operations.
Six Pack has dual rope capability, allowing arborists to use two rigging ropes simultaneously. This feature greatly increases efficiency on complex jobs by enabling smoother control and better load distribution. The ability to adjust friction independently on each rope was a key focus us and Notch when developing the brief for this project, ultimately allowing users to tailor the setup to specific rigging scenarios, improving both safety and precision during heavy lowering tasks.
For the lead ins, the two parallel bars at the top of Six Pack, we explored a range of options, drawing inspiration from industries like marine hardware. Ideas included lockable gates, like those found on Antel cleats, and sliding pins for adjustable positioning. In the end, we chose fixed welded bars for their simplicity, lower cost, and the added reliability of no moving parts that could fail over time.
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