Description
Compact Rescue Safety Cushion for Rapid Emergency Deployment
The Sonmez SMZ 25 Safety Air Cushion is a rapid-deployment inflatable rescue system designed for emergency evacuation and rescue operations from height. Suitable for fire and rescue services, industrial emergency response teams and specialist rescue units, the SMZ 25 provides a controlled landing area for incidents involving structures up to 25 metres in height.
Designed for single-person use per rescue cycle, the SMZ 25 combines fast deployment, a compact operational footprint and automatic recovery between uses. Inflated using compressed air cylinders, the system can be operational in less than 60 seconds, making it well suited to emergency situations where rapid deployment is critical.
Manufactured from durable neoprene-based materials, the cushion is designed to resist moisture, abrasion, tearing and environmental exposure while remaining suitable for demanding operational environments.
Key Features
- Maximum operating height up to 25 metres
- Inflation time of 60 seconds or less
- Recovery time of 20 seconds or less
- Single-person use per rescue cycle
- Minimum four-person operating crew
- Durable neoprene construction
- Waterproof, flame-resistant and abrasion-resistant materials
- Resistant to acids and environmental exposure
- Multi-chamber inflatable design
- Automatic air-blocking impact absorption system
- Designated landing zone (drop point)
- High-visibility reflective bands
- Integrated carrying handles
- DIN 14151 T1-T3 compliant
- Compact deployment footprint
How the SMZ 25 Works
The Sonmez SMZ 25 uses a multi-chamber inflatable design to create a controlled landing area during emergency rescue operations.
When a person lands on the cushion, the structure temporarily deforms and air is managed within the chambers to absorb impact forces. The SMZ 25 incorporates an automatic air-blocking system that closes the opening between chambers when activated during a landing event. This design helps absorb the kinetic energy generated during impact and assists in reducing rebound.
Following use, the cushion automatically returns to its operational shape, allowing rapid preparation for the next rescue cycle.
Applications
Emergency Rescue Operations from Height
The Sonmez SMZ 25 is suitable for:
Fire and Rescue Services
Emergency Services
Industrial Emergency Response Teams
Mining Operations
Defence Organisations
Commercial Facilities
Specialist Rescue Units
Emergency Response Training Exercises
Why Choose the Sonmez SMZ 25?
The SMZ 25 is designed for organisations requiring a balance between rescue height capability, rapid deployment and portability. With a compact footprint of just 5m × 5m, it can be deployed in areas where space may be limited while still providing operational capability for rescue scenarios up to 25 metres.
Its compressed-air inflation system allows rapid setup without requiring PPV fans, making it suitable for response teams seeking a self-contained deployment solution.
Features including reflective visibility bands, integrated carrying handles, a designated landing zone and automatic recovery between rescue cycles help support efficient operation during time-critical incidents.
Technical Specifications
Maximum Operating Height: Up to 25 m
Operating Personnel: Minimum 4
Installed Dimensions: 4.6 m × 4.6 m × 2.4 m
Ground Area Required: Minimum 5 m × 5 m
Weight: 93 kg (±5%)
Working Pressure: 0.3 bar
Inflation Time: ≤ 60 sec
Re-inflation Time: ≤ 20 sec
Temperature Range: -40°C to +70°C
Capacity: One person per rescue cycle
Compliance: DIN 14151 T1-T3
Air Supply: 2 × 6.8L / 300 bar cylinders (not included)
Package Size: 130 cm × 90 cm × 50 cm
Package Weight: approx 95 kg
Included Features:
- Designated landing zone (drop point)
- Reflective visibility bands
- Integrated carrying handles
- Air cylinder adaptor
- Safety instructions
- Repair kit
FAQ
The SMZ 25 offers a smaller deployment footprint, lower weight and faster setup time, making it suitable for organisations that require a compact rescue solution for operations up to 25 metres. involving structures up to 30 metres in height, making it suitable for many commercial, industrial and medium-rise building applications
The SMZ 25 is designed to operate using two 6.8L / 300 bar compressed air cylinders and includes the necessary cylinder adaptor.
The cushion incorporates an automatic air-blocking mechanism that activates during impact. This feature assists with absorbing kinetic energy and reducing rebound while helping the cushion return to its operational state for subsequent rescue cycles.
Key considerations include maximum operating height, deployment area requirements, storage space, transport requirements, personnel availability and the types of structures likely to be encountered during emergency response operations. Talk to our team for more information.
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