Avalanche Pipe – stationary and mobile

The Avalanche Pipe, a single-shot launching device, is the avalanche patroller’s extended arm. The explosive cartridge holding 6 lbs. (approx. 2.8 kg) of avalanche blasting explosive can be launched over a range of maximum 650 ft (=200 m). The Avalanche Pipe can be rotated by 360° at three different inclinations. The propelling charge is ignited by an ignition generator. This launching device is installed on a foundation or for mobile operation on a snowcat.

Flexibility

The target points for the permanently installed single-shot launching devices are firmly established in test firing. Direction, gradient and size of propellant charge are determined for each location, so that blasting at short intervals is also possible from a safe spot also in poor weather conditions.