FAQs

PerSyst Power Assist FAQs

HOW DOES IT WORK? HOW IS RESISTANCE CREATED AND RELIEVED?

A high speed microprocessor is constantly monitoring the movement of the bar. If the movement begins to stall, the heavy duty industrial hoist lift the bar. The hoist will also lower the bar when needed. All this is controlled directly from your iPhone or from an optional touch screen.  The system works with traditional barbells and steel weights, common in powerlifting and strength training.

WITH WHAT RACKS IS IT COMPATIBLE? 

Any full, power racks with width between 43” – 48”.  Brands including Titan, Rogue, Sorinex, Precor, Samson, … are all compatible, including 2" and 3" square cross-sections.  81" or taller racks are preferable for squats.

IS IT COMPATIBLE WITH APPLE AND ANDROID SYSTEMS?

Currently the system only works with Apple iPhone/iPad systems.  Android users need to purchase a touch screen upgrade until porting is complete.

WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY?

440 pounds for the base system with an upgrade available to 650 pound.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

DOES THE SYSTEM WORK WITHOUT THE INTERNET?

Yes, the data communication works through a Bluetooth connection.

DOES THE SYSTEM OPERATE ON ELECTRICAL POWER?

Yes, a 120 volt/15 amp grounded electrical service is required for operation.

IS A SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED?

There is no subscription.

IS THE SYSTEM PATENTED?

It is currently patent pending.

IS THE LIFT INFORMATION PRIVATE OR SHARED?

No information is stored or shared.

WHAT IS THE WARANTY?

Full Warranty for Home systems: 2 years, Commercial/Institutional systems: 12 months.

'Crank-It' Calf Trainer FAQs

HOW DOES IT WORK?  HOW IS RESISTANCE CREATED AND RELIEVED?

A tube-in-tube design is used to allow the user to pull a crank which moves the weight closer to the user, reducing the effective resistance.  The crank can be pushed away and pulled close to increase and decrease resistance during a set.

WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY? 

At least 700 pounds at the knees.  There is a 3.25x leverage factor in this system when fully extended and 2.5x when retracted.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

The Calf trainer with ‘crank-it’ retracting/extending tube-in-tube system.

DOES THE SYSTEM NEED TO BE PLUGGED IN?

No, the system works completely from manual leverage.