Proven Technology for Stopping Heavy Trucks Safely
Built on the same energy-absorbing technology as ActivNet®, the CatchNet® system uses a series of high-strength nets to safely bring runaway trucks and other heavy vehicles to a controlled stop. The system is engineered for power and reliability, capable of arresting a 90,000 lb truck traveling at 90 mph while keeping deceleration within survivable limits.
Why It Matters
Runaway truck incidents remain a serious hazard on mountain passes, steep grades, and industrial haul roads. Traditional escape ramps require large amounts of real estate, extensive grading, and regular maintenance.
CatchNet® offers an alternative that is compact, efficient, and highly effective:
- Energy-absorbing nets dissipate kinetic energy progressively, avoiding catastrophic impact.
- Proven reliability in extreme conditions such as snow, rain, and steep inclines.
- Reduced footprint compared to traditional sand or gravel escape ramps.
Where It’s Used
CatchNet® has been widely deployed in mountain passes across the U.S., including Wyoming, Utah, and Hawaii. These installations have provided decades of service, saving lives and protecting infrastructure in some of the country’s most demanding roadway environments.
Applications
- Truck escape ramps – A safer and more space-efficient alternative to sand or gravel beds.
- Mining haul roads – Protects high-value machinery and personnel in remote industrial sites.
- Industrial heavy-haul corridors – Ensures safe operations where oversized loads cannot be allowed to run uncontrolled.
Benefits at a Glance
- Arrests vehicles up to 90,000 lbs at 90 mph.
- Energy absorption reduces vehicle and cargo damage.
- Smaller footprint than traditional runaway ramps.
- Decades of field use in harsh mountain conditions.
Summary
The CatchNet® Vehicle Arresting System delivers a trusted, field-proven solution to one of the most dangerous roadway challenges: runaway trucks. By combining energy-absorbing nets, compact design, and unmatched stopping power, CatchNet® protects drivers, cargo, and infrastructure where failure is not an option.