Grippster

Get a Grip

After witnessing an electrician fall off a ladder, Abhijeet Purkayastha was inspired to create new safety devices that can hold a ladder steady -- and make your home improvement projects less dangerous.

Grippster Ladder Stops are round safety cups that attach to the top of an extension ladder to minimize slipping and skidding on flat surfaces. In addition to keeping your ladder in place, they’ll help prevent surface dents and scratches.

For those projects that require strapping down, tying up or otherwise immobilizing something, check out Abhijeet’s BYOB “build your own bungee” cord. This stretchy, super-strong bungee cord can be cut to whatever length you need, so you can achieve just the right tension when you’re securing a ladder (or anything else) for transit or storage.

Spring is in the air, and with it comes a new round of outdoor projects. Arm yourself with Grippster’s safety devices. They’ll keep you and your gear in just the right place.

— Christopher

• BYOB (Build Your Own Bungee)
  
  • Includes 10 feet of polyurethane cord and four reusable hooks
  • Cord can be cut to desired length
  • Does not fray or crack
  • Does not dry-rot
  • Performs well in harsh, hot and cold environments
  • Resists saltwater, effects of UV rays, oil, and most chemicals
  • Stretches 2X original length
  • Scuff proof
  • Made in the USA
  • Tested and used by the U.S. and Canadian Military 

• Ladder Stops
  
  • Rubber safety cups for ladder legs
  • Minimizes sudden slipping and skidding
  • Fits most extension ladders
  • Protects your working surface by preventing dents, scuffs and scratches caused by the ladder
  • The cup surface does not cause any suction when in use
  • Made in China