Material Lifting System Converts to Personnel Use The Max Climber 2000 rack-and-pinion lifting system provides an easier and safer method to lift general building materials, says the manufacturer. It features 5-ft, 95-lb galvanized mast sections and a basket size of 57 in. x 52 in. The basket can be customized to fit the customers size requirements. To ensure safety, the Max Climber 2000 is equipped with emergency upper and lower limit devices and a separate emergency overspeed brake to prevent free-falling. The system easily converts between material and personnel and may also be field upgraded for passenger use. Beta Max Inc.; 800/233-5112; www.betamaxhoist.com