<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[High Peak Access Ltd]]></title><description><![CDATA[High Peak Access Ltd is an industrial rope access and geotechnical company specialising in services to quarrying/mining and historical sites. ]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:31:07 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Elios 3 UT Payload]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, we used our Elios 3 drone with UT Payload to inspect ducting and test the remaining wall thickness of critical assets. The UT payload uses ultrasonic technology to measure material thickness, helping identify wear and erosion before they become costly failures. Combined with the Elios 3's ability to access difficult-to-reach areas, inspections can be completed safely and efficiently with minimal disruption.]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/elios-3-ut-payload</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68f7591e925de49c5b7fcf</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:41:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_f2ca7b8691f945ef88b44107cacd61c3~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Highways Geotechnical Design &#38; Installation]]></title><description><![CDATA[High Peak Access Ltd were awarded a contract with Kier Transportation to complete the design and installation of geotechnical works on the M6 Lune Gorge, part of a National Highways scheme. ​ Two sections of the M6 were prepared and installed with geotechnical netting and rock bolting, using both mobile plant (IPAF) and IRATA rope access to access the working area. The team installed over 400 meters of rock face netting and rock bolts along the South Borrowdale cutting on this first section...]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/national-highways-geotechnical-design-installation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6881daf2a8fc01ebe18221</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:18:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_c27fe5d31cb04f6b8083ec685359800c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quarry Shutdowns ]]></title><description><![CDATA[High Peak Access were again asked to complete a deslag of a preheater tower on a client site. Working in two teams across 24 hours, our team completed the deslag safely, successfully and on time. ​ In addition, the team completed various shutdown tasks such as installing lifting equipment, lifting beam load testing, thickener thank cleaning and assisting other contractors with access solutions.]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/quarry-shutdowns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6881210d7832124c60850b</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:15:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_52cb7a99fc8a4ad7bb624b29e5917db6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geotechnical Repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA[High Peak Access Ltd were commissioned to undertake inspection and remedial works on a previously installed rockfall protection system. During the inspection, it was identified that the existing geotechnical netting—installed by another contractor—did not meet the required anchorage specification, with an insufficient number of rock anchors present to adequately secure the system. In addition, the lower retaining cable had deteriorated and required repair to ensure the netting remained fully...]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/geotechnical-repairs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68fd80eb310bed11887f42</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:06:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_bdf50d10713944a1bff530e7a4966e18~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_800,h_601,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geotechnical slope stabilisation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another successful completion of a geotechnical slope stabilisation project. Our team removed vegetation, scaled the face to remove loose material, and installed geotechnical netting to mitigate rockfall hazards, with positive feedback from our client and sharing kind feedback about our friendly and professional team too.]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/geotechnical-slope-stabilisation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68fcd92d76e381b8823545</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:03:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_7b1ab2cb2d944a98a2ad15299b4b4647~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hillhead 2026 Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thank you to The QMJ Group | Quarrying, Construction, Recycling &#38; Concrete Events &#38; Publications for featuring High Peak Access Ltd in your 2026 Hillhead Review!  "Hillhead is a fantastic event for a local business like ours. It allows us to demonstrate breadth of our rope access, geotechnical, and drone surveying services... The response to our stand particularly our drone capabilities has been extremely positive. It's been a valuable few days... showcasing what High Peak Access Ltd can...]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/hillhead-2026-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68fbc0eb310bed11887a6e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:58:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_83ecd9c4928c45deb116ddd4a7d5e80d~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silo Painting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another industrial silo transformation completed! Our team has been hard at work spray painting these large-scale structures, delivering a durable, high-quality finish designed to protect against the elements while giving the site a clean, professional appearance.]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/silo-painting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68fb0e4e0ef2a65f6663d8</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:55:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_67db0317c624485283059f7495b50838~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gantry Crane MPI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our BI-NDT certified Level 3 IRATA technician carried out Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) on a series of cranes as part of a planned programme of routine inspection and maintenance. Using rope access techniques (IRATA), our technician was able to safely reach critical structural and load-bearing components, including welds, boom sections, connection points and other high-stress areas. The MPI examination was performed in accordance with industry standards to identify any surface or...]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/gantry-crane-ndt</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68820b4ea5d7da7852956f</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:19:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_d621de91d2304567aa661c1530e8d140~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_655,h_927,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescue Provision]]></title><description><![CDATA[High Peak Access provided 24-hour rescue cover for multiple contractors during a quarry shutdown at Tarmac. This included full rescue planning, documentation (rescue plans) and briefings with clients and contractors.]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/rescue-provision</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6881a271e3b7d8ea3b7f78</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:17:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_6b27646324944c7f8483ae0440dfc8a5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_768,h_774,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage Site Catch Fence Installation]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the beginning of the 2026, High Peak Access Ltd completed various works across the entire 8.5 mile length of the Monsal Trail, from Blackwell Mill in Chee Dale to Bakewell, for the Peak District National Park, including vegetation maintenance, rock face scaling and catch fence installation, helping to maintain the cuttings and improve safety for all visitors.  We always value our involvement and enjoy supporting the UK's heritage sites. The Monsal Trail is somewhat different from 1898,...]]></description><link>https://www.highpeakaccess.co.uk/post/heritage-site-catch-fence-installation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a68816f4ea5d7da785293b3</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:16:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bb1795_1a4b32a49f9e4b5dbd61aa7e80330c09~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Noble</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>