Malta X500A Mobile Grabber: Adjustable-Height 360-Degree Rotatable Overhead Anchor
The Malta Dynamics X500A is a free-standing mobile fall protection system that delivers a rotating overhead anchor point for single-worker work at height, with no building modification and no ground penetration. It carries the proven X500 platform forward and adds a height-adjustable telescoping mast, so the tie-off point can be set anywhere from 16 ft 9 in to 24 ft to match the task. The mast hand-rotates a full 360 degrees and locks in place, keeping the anchor directly above the worker for maintenance, loading, and unloading around warehouses, docks, rail cars, and large machinery.
One worker, a telescoping mast that adjusts from 16 ft 9 in to 24 ft, and a 360-degree rotation that follows the work, all from a free-standing ballasted base.
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Base unit, adjustable-height telescoping mast, 360-degree rotatable overhead anchor, single worker. FOB Malta, OH.
Adds bi-directional winching so an attendant can raise or lower a worker to a safe level, satisfying the OSHA confined space rescue and retrieval requirement. Includes a 3-Way Recovery SRL.
Oversized outrigger feet with all-steel studs for secure footing and traction when the unit is set up on snow or ice.
Big-foot tough-steel pads that spread the load on soft ground for a more stable setup, far larger than the standard footprint, and they install in seconds.
Set of four heavy-duty casters that mount to the base so a crew can roll the grabber across a smooth concrete floor and reposition it without a forklift.
A certified instructor trains your crew on setup, mast extension, rotation, tie-off, and inspection at your site. Flat rate anywhere in the continental US, instructor travel included.
This is a quote-request item. Build your configuration above, then request your quote, and our team will confirm pricing and lead time. Payment is made by ACH or wire transfer. If delivery is required, provide a ship-to address, and we will quote truck freight, typically ranging from $1,500 to over $10,000, depending on the unit, distance, and current fuel costs. Sales tax is calculated based on your delivery location unless a valid resale certificate is on file.
Who Needs the X500A
The X500A is built for single-worker overhead tie-off in facilities where fixed anchors are impractical and where the anchor height needs to change from task to task: warehouse and factory maintenance, loading docks, railcar and trailer loading and unloading, and large machinery service. Because the base is free-standing and ballasted, there is no drilling, no roof penetration, and no structural attachment. The telescoping mast sets the anchor anywhere from 16 ft 9 in to 24 ft, then hand-rotates a full 360 degrees, so a single attendant can keep the anchor point directly overhead as the worker moves around the equipment, then lock it in place for the task.
Watch: Malta X500A, An OverviewSee how the X500A telescoping mast sets the anchor height and rotates a single overhead anchor point above the work, with no fixed building anchor and no ground penetration.
Features
Adjustable-height telescoping mast
Set the overhead anchor between 16 ft 9 in and 24 ft so the tie-off height matches the task, equipment, and available clearance.
360-degree rotatable mast
Turn the mast by hand from the ground to place the anchor directly overhead, then engage the multi-position boom lock to hold it during work.
Free-standing, zero penetration
A factory-ballasted base provides arrest-force resistance with no drilling, roof penetration, or building modification.
Up to 24-foot overhead reach
Ample clearance for industrial trailers, rail cars, and large machinery so the lifeline stays vertical above the worker.
Single worker rated
One overhead anchor point rated to 310 lbs, including tools and equipment, sized for focused single-user maintenance tasks.
USA-made and tested
Built in a USA-based ISO 9001 certified facility and tested to meet and exceed OSHA anchorage requirements.
Set up on a stable, level surface, extend the mast to the working height, and engage the boom lock before any worker ties off. Keep the unit level, confirm the mast is locked in position, and complete a daily visual inspection of the base, mast, and anchor point. Pair the X500A with a compatible self-retracting lifeline; SRLs are not included with the unit.
Typical Applications
Warehouse and factory maintenance
Overhead tie-off for service work where roof or wall anchors are not available, at the height the task requires.
Loading docks and rail cars
Protect a worker on top of trailers, rail cars, and tankers during loading and unloading.
Machinery and equipment service
Position an adjustable, rotating anchor above large machinery for maintenance and inspection.
Confined space retrieval
Use as a high-strength anchor for rescue and retrieval when paired with the R1000 rescue kit.
Technical Specifications
| Product | Malta Dynamics XSeries X500A Mobile Grabber |
|---|---|
| SKU | X500A |
| Maximum working height | 24 ft (7.32 m) |
| Minimum working height | 16 ft 9 in (5.11 m) |
| Mast adjustment | Height-adjustable telescoping mast, 16 ft 9 in to 24 ft |
| Reach | 10 ft (3.05 m) |
| Width | 6 ft 3 in (1.9 m) |
| Length | 13 ft 3 in (4.04 m) |
| Maximum anchor point capacity | 310 lbs |
| Maximum allowable users | 1 |
| Mast rotation | 360 degrees, hand-rotated, multi-position boom lock |
| Unit weight | Approximately 6,600 lbs (factory ballasted base) |
| Stabilization | Free-standing ballasted base, no ground penetration or building anchors |
| Mobility | Forklift portable for in-facility repositioning |
| Self-retracting lifeline | Not included; pair with a compatible SRL |
| Compliance | OSHA fall arrest anchorage; tested in accordance with the ISO 17025 protocol; Declaration of Conformity MD3P336 |
| Origin | Made in the USA, ISO 9001 certified facility |
| Warranty | 1 year limited plus 5 year structural warranty (Malta Dynamics) |
Tested and Compliant Anchorage
The X500A is documented to meet OSHA fall-arrest anchorage requirements, supported by a Malta Dynamics Declaration of Conformity (MD3P336), with testing performed in accordance with the ISO 17025 protocol. Each unit is manufactured in a USA-based ISO 9001-certified facility. Download the spec sheet, declaration of conformity, instruction manual, and annual inspection form below, and keep the inspection form on file as part of your documented fleet maintenance program.
Product Documents and Submittals
X500A Spec Sheet (PDF)Dimensions, working height range, capacity, and weight ratings. X500A Declaration of Conformity (PDF)OSHA compliance and ISO 17025 testing statement. X500A Instruction Manual (PDF)Setup, mast extension, rotation, deployment, and safe use. XSeries Annual Inspection Form (PDF)Documented inspection record for fleet maintenance. XSeries Brochure (PDF)Full XSeries mobile grabber lineup and add-on options.Frequently Asked Questions
Compare the Malta X-Series Mobile Grabbers
The X500A is the single-worker, adjustable-height, 360-degree rotatable davit unit. For a fixed-height version, see the X500. For multi-worker coverage or greater overhead reach, compare the rest of the Malta XSeries mobile grabber line.
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