Helix Operations – Vertical Assault & Covert Vertical Access Systems
Helix Operations delivers elite vertical assault, tactical climbing, and covert vertical access systems purpose-built for Tier One military and specialist law enforcement units operating in urban, maritime, and austere environments.
With decades of experience supplying tactical climbing and access equipment, Helix provides lightweight, low-signature, blacked-out systems designed for silent movement, rapid access, and controlled descent in complex vertical terrain.
Helix systems are trusted by special operations forces worldwide and are engineered to meet the operational realities faced by Australian Defence Force Tier One units, specialist counter-terrorism and high-risk policing units, and search and rescue operators.
Built for Vertical Assault in Urban & Maritime Environments
Modern operations demand dominance in the vertical dimension. Helix systems enable operators to access, assault, manoeuvre, and extract from elevated positions, consequently operators maintain stealth, speed, and control.
Designed for vertical assault and tactical climbing operations, Helix equipment supports Method of Entry MOE for:
High-rise and confined urban entry;
Maritime boarding and ship assault;
Covert rooftop, window, and balcony access;
Rapid emergency egress under load; and
Blacked-out movement in low-light and NVG environments.
The systems are developed by professionals and are therefore optimised to minimise noise, bulk, and training burden while maximising reliability under stress.
Helix Personal Escape System – PES
The Helix Personal Escape System provides operators with compact, lightweight emergency egress capability without compromising load carriage or mobility.
Key advantages
Ultra low profile, modular micro rope system;
Rapid Deployment with Minimal training overhead to maintain momentum during MOE operations;
Enables controlled descent, ascent, or lowering of personnel;
Certified to EN and ANSI standards, exceeding civilian test thresholds; and
Designed for heavily laden operators in worst case scenarios.
The PES is ideal for urban overwatch positions, maritime insertions, and helicopter operations.
For parachute insertions, particularly HALO and HAHO operations, the PES can be utilised to escape treetop and other entanglements, and is therefore a critical tool for contingency escape planning.
Silent Hardware for Covert Vertical Access
In operational terms, Helix works closely with DMM to deliver low noise, mission specific hardware. Consequently, this equipment enables covert entry while preserving tactical surprise and preventing early compromise and confidence for tactical climbing and MOE.
DMM Silent Carabiners
Designed to reduce audible signature during movement and rigging, DMM silent carabiners feature:
Over moulded, noise dampening exteriors;
Hot forged skeletonised construction
Full strength with reduced visual and acoustic signature
These carabiners are optimised for close target reconnaissance, covert access, tactical climbing, MOE and silent repositioning.
Hooks, Dragon Claws & Anchor Solutions
Helix hook systems are designed for rapid placement, aggressive bite, and predictable load behaviour where traditional anchors are unavailable.
Urban Hooks & Dragon Claw Systems
Multi-contact geometry for stable placement on ledges, railings, and edges;
Rubberised and coated surfaces to minimise noise;
High load ratings for dynamic and static use; and
Designed for use with telescopic poles and ladder systems.
These systems support window access, rooftop transitions, and façade movement during vertical assault and covert access tasks.
Modular Ladder Systems for Assault & Access
Helix ladder systems deliver maximum reach with minimal weight, enabling fast access without vehicle-mounted platforms for reliable MOE.
Carbon & Modular Ladder Systems
Lightweight carbon fibre construction;
Modular sections for scalable height;
Silent deployment and low visual signature; and
Configurable as ladders, bridges, stretchers, or assault platforms.
These systems are optimised for urban entry, tactical climbing, maritime boarding, and confined space access while remaining packable and man portable.
Designed With Operators, Not For Catalogues
From the outset, Helix equipment is developed in direct collaboration with end users. As a result, it is specifically engineered for special forces and specialist police units. Moreover, systems are tested beyond civilian certification standards to account for:
Heavy combat loads;
Dynamic entry forces;
Harsh environmental conditions; and
Time-critical deployment.
This approach ensures operational reliability, not just compliance.
Supported in Australia by Tactical Solutions
Tactical Solutions supports Helix Operations in Australia, providing system integration, configuration advice, and local support for defence and specialist law enforcement units.
