Special Delivery: 280kg of Pure Glass, Airlifted by Hand

Some days we shine windows. Other days… we lift 280 kilograms of glass 15 storeys into the sky.

This was one of those days. Milsons Point, NSW – where the skyline kisses the harbour and buildings stretch toward the clouds. Our client had a challenge: four oversized glass panels needed to be installed on the 15th floor. No crane access. No scaffolding. Just a narrow window of time and the weight of gravity working against us.

For most teams, this would be a logistical nightmare. For Rope Boys? Just another vertical puzzle.

When Cranes Can’t Reach, Ropes Step In

At dawn, Enki, Juno, and the rest of the crew stood on the rooftop, surveying the descent – or in this case, the ascent. Below, a perfectly prepped set of custom-cut glass waited patiently, one panel tipping the scale at 280kg.

We don’t guess when it comes to lifts like these. Every cable, carabiner, and anchor point is tested and backed up. That’s why we brought out the Octopus vacuum lifter, paired with our custom davit arm system. This wasn’t just muscle – it was choreography.

Controlled hauling lines were run, counterweights were calibrated, and the crew synced comms.

Precision in Mid-Air: The 280kg Ballet

Panel by panel, the lift began.

From ground level to the 15th floor, each pane was cradled by vacuum grip and slowly inched upward, suspended in silence. No swinging. No panic. Just gravity-defying control.

At height, the team coordinated the handoff with the finesse of a pit crew. Guides were set. Frames prepped. Within minutes, each panel slid into place like it had always belonged there. We don’t just lift glass – we install trust.

Why Rope Access Wins the Day

Milsons Point doesn’t allow for bulky machinery or noisy delays. That’s where rope access shines.

No cranes. No traffic disruptions. No scaffolding bills the size of your mortgage. Just a lean, highly trained team with the gear and brains to make it work – faster, safer, and without fuss.

Our solution saved the client time, stress, and thousands in logistics. Most importantly, the building got the glass it needed, without compromising on quality or safety.

From Facade Work to High-Risk Installs — We’ve Got You

This isn’t a one-off. Whether it’s glass installation, facade maintenance, structural inspection, or technical lifting, we bring the same care and attention to every job. Rope Boys doesn’t just reach where others can’t – we deliver.

Ready to Lift Your Project to New Heights?

If your building needs something done at height, and cranes or scaffolds just won’t cut it – talk to the team that works where others back away.

We’re Rope Boys. We plan like engineers, move like climbers, and leave glass spotless, perfectly installed. Precision at every height.