MILITARY RESCUE SYSTEMS • EQUIPMENT • TRAINING
Mission-Ready Rescue Systems for Military Operations
Tech Safety Lines designs and delivers configurable rescue systems for personal egress, assisted rescue, casualty movement, and emergency response in elevated and high-risk military environments.
WHY TECH SAFETY LINES
Military Rescue Expertise, Materials and Procurement Support
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Tech Safety Lines is ISO 9001:2015 certified for Rescue Training, Rescue System Design, Fall Protection Equipment, and Rescue Consulting Services.
Available Through Darley
TSL military rescue equipment is available directly from Tech Safety Lines or through Darley, an authorized TSL distributor.
Arclin & Kevlar® EXO™
Select military configurations feature 4.5 mm rope made with Kevlar® EXO™, a next-generation aramid fiber from Arclin.
U.S.-Made & Berry Compliant
Berry Amendment Compliant military configuration is sourced and manufactured in the United States.
Custom Rescue Systems
Equipment configurations, rope lengths, colors, packaging, and technical training can be tailored to specific mission requirements.
38+ Countries
TSL provides rescue equipment, system design, consulting, and technical training to organizations in more than 38 countries.
55,000+
Units deployed
38+
Countries
25+
Years field-tested
ISO9001:2015
Certified Quality Management System
ONE COMPACT SYSTEM • TWO MISSION-CRITICAL CAPABILITIES
MCD® Military Compact Descender®
The MCD® is a compact, self-contained descent and rescue system designed to support personal egress, assisted rescue, and controlled lowering in elevated and high-risk military environments.
PERSONAL EGRESS & SELF-RESCUE
Controlled Descent When Immediate Egress Is Critical
Learn moreThe MCD® provides controlled personal descent with one-hand operation. When the control is released, the passive brake stops the descent and holds the operator securely in position with both hands free. The system can also be configured for assisted rescue and controlled lowering of personnel or equipment.
- Activates and controls descent with one hand
- Passive brake stops descent and holds the operator hands-free
- Deployable from moving and stationary elevated structures
- Supports assisted rescue and controlled casualty lowering
- Lowers mission-critical equipment with controlled braking
- Customizable by rope length and packaging
ASSISTED RESCUE & CONTROLLED LOWERING
Extend the MCD® Beyond Self-Rescue
Learn MoreThe same MCD® can be configured for assisted rescue, enabling an operator to lower personnel who cannot self-evacuate or move mission-critical equipment from an elevated position.
- Supports assisted rescue from elevated environments
- Enables controlled lowering of an injured or incapacitated person
- Provides controlled lowering of mission-critical equipment
- Maintains operator-controlled braking throughout the lowering operation
- Configurable for specific operational requirementswhat
System specifications
MCD® Military System Overview
The Berry Amendment-compliant military MCD® combines one-hand descent control, passive braking, and next-generation Kevlar® EXO™ rope technology in a compact, mission-configurable rescue system.
| Domestic compliance | Berry Amendment compliant; sourced and manufactured in the United States |
| Control system | One-hand descent control with dual active and passive braking |
| Passive brake | Stops descent and holds the operator securely when the control is released |
| Rope material | 4.5 mm rope made with Kevlar® EXO™, a next-generation aramid fiber from Arclin |
| Defense Production Act Title III | Domestic Kevlar® EXO™ manufacturing capacity has received support through the Defense Production Act Title III program, strengthening the U.S. supply chain for critical high-performance materials. |
| Rope minimum breaking strength (MBS) | 5,000 lbf (22.2 kN) |
| Fiber decomposition temperature | 525°C (977°F) |
| Cold weather rating | –40°C |
| Kit configuration | Customizable content, color, rope length, and packaging |
Complete the capability
Integrated Rescue Systems for Military Operations
Tech Safety Lines provides configurable equipment for personal egress, assisted rescue, casualty movement, personnel recovery, and emergency response. Systems can be selected individually or combined to support specific operational requirements.
NFPA System
MCD® Fire Escape SystemEmergency Bailout for Firefighters
Explore the MCD® Fire Escape SystemA distinct MCD® configuration designed for firefighter emergency egress, bailout, and self-rescue. The system includes the Stealth Hook for rapid emergency anchoring and is configured specifically for fire-service operations.
- UL certified to NFPA 2500 as a Fire Escape System
- Includes the Stealth Hook
- Designed for firefighter bailout and emergency egress
- Compact configuration for integration with firefighter PPE
- Available for military fire departments and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting teams
Assisted rescue kit
SPARK®Small Packaged Assisted Rescue Kit
Explore SPARK capabilitiesA component-based assisted rescue system designed for rapid deployment in complex extractions. All components integrate with each other — bring in what the situation requires, leave out what it doesn't.
- Self-contained 4:1 pulley system — no assembly required
- Adjustable victim strap, anchor materials, and connective hardware
- Compact enough to carry on-harness all day
- Pairs directly with MCD® for personal egress + team extraction in one kit
Team rescue system
ROKRescue Operations Kit
Request ROK configurationsA fully customizable, field-ready team rescue system. The ROK integrates descent, patient packaging, trauma mitigation, and optional medical response into a single ruggedized case — staged and ready for immediate deployment.
- Multiple configurations: Rescue From Heights, Confined Space, Standard, and Advanced
- Waterproof hard case with wheels for rapid transport and staging
- Patient packaging and extrication device included
- Controlled descent system integrated
- Optional AED and trauma mitigation add-ons for site-specific hazards
The response gap TSL fills
CUSTOM DESIGN SOLUTIONS
Mission-Specific Rescue Solutions
TSL works directly with military units, agencies, and defense organizations to assess operational needs, identify capability gaps, and develop custom equipment, rescue systems, and implementation plans.
:: CONSULTING :: BEYOND THE EQUIPMENT
CUSTOM RESCUE TRAINING
Training Built Around the Mission
TSL delivers customized, multilingual training onsite worldwide, including scenario-based operator instruction and Train-the-Trainer programs designed for in-unit qualification.
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Equipment is available for purchase directly from Tech Safety Lines or through our authorized partner, Darley.