{"product_id":"vortex-assist-dip-chin","title":"Vortex Assist Dip\/Chin - Plate Loaded","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssist Dip\/Chin Plate-Loaded Machine — Vortex Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssisted Chin-Ups \u0026amp; Dips | Plate-Loaded Counterweight | 3mm Steel Frame | 210kg Build | Model BL27\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChin-ups and dips are the two best upper-body movements there are, and most members can't do enough of them to make progress. The Vortex Assist Dip\/Chin fixes that with a \u003cstrong\u003eplate-loaded counterweight\u003c\/strong\u003e: load the horns to set how much of your bodyweight the kneeling pad carries, then work the assistance down over the weeks until you're pulling and pressing on your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003emulti-grip chin bar\u003c\/strong\u003e (wide, neutral and close) and \u003cstrong\u003eparallel dip handles\u003c\/strong\u003e cover the back, chest and arms, the assist pad folds clear for bodyweight or weighted sets, and a 210kg frame of 3mm commercial steel - 2.35m tall - stays rooted under all of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlate-loaded counterweight assist\u003c\/strong\u003e — scales precisely to any strength level - more plates, more help\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual stations\u003c\/strong\u003e — chin-ups and dips covered in one machine footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-grip chin bar\u003c\/strong\u003e — wide, neutral and close grips to vary back and arm emphasis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallel dip handles\u003c\/strong\u003e — ergonomic spacing for comfortable pressing through the chest and triceps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKneeling assist platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — wide, non-slip pad that stays stable through the full range and folds clear for unassisted training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3mm commercial steel frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — 210kg of heavy-gauge steel (measured before painting), made to order in 16 frame and 12 upholstery colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBL27\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate-loaded assisted chin-up and dip station\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Muscles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatissimus dorsi and biceps (chins); pectorals and triceps (dips); rear deltoids and rhomboids assisting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate loaded (Olympic plates, sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm commercial steel (measured before painting), powder-coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density commercial-grade padding, sweat-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L × W × H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2466 × 1490 × 2347mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000 × 1170 × 540mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade To Order — Your Gym, Your Colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Vortex Series machine is built to order to match your facility: choose from \u003cstrong\u003e16 frame colours and 12 upholstery colours\u003c\/strong\u003e, with custom logo branding available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/vortex-16-frame-colours-leather-options.png\" alt=\"16 frame colours and 12 upholstery options for Reload made to order machines\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction typically takes around 14 days, with 4–6 weeks shipping to our Sydney warehouse — an estimated \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e start to finish. Direct-to-site delivery can also be arranged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFRAME: 10 YEARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCABLES \u0026amp; GUIDE RODS: 3 YEARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePARTS: 12 MONTHS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull terms, exclusions and the claims process are set out on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/warranty\" title=\"Warranty Policy\"\u003eWarranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e page. Nothing here limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It Suits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial gyms\u003c\/strong\u003e — the station that lets every member train chins and dips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePT and strength studios\u003c\/strong\u003e — progressive assistance for clients working toward their first unassisted rep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and conditioning centres\u003c\/strong\u003e — bodyweight pulling and pressing strength, scaled precisely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium home gyms\u003c\/strong\u003e — chins and dips with a built-in spotter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does plate-loaded assistance work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe plates on the horns counterbalance the kneeling pad. The more weight you load, the more of your bodyweight the pad lifts - so a member who can't yet do a chin-up starts with heavy assistance and removes plates as they get stronger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it unassisted or weighted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - the assist pad folds out of the way, so stronger athletes can do bodyweight or belt-weighted chins and dips on the same station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat plates does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Olympic plates - bumpers, rubber-coated or iron. Plates are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pairs with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-fixed-pulldown\" title=\"Vortex Fixed Pulldown - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Fixed Pulldown\u003c\/a\u003e for heavier, guided vertical pulling once chins are no longer the limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I choose my own colours?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - made-to-order units come in your choice of \u003cstrong\u003e16 frame colours and 12 upholstery colours\u003c\/strong\u003e, with logo branding available on request. See the chart above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver and install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - we ship Australia-wide, and our own technician team handles professional delivery and installation in Sydney. At 2.35m tall, check your ceiling height before ordering. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips Australia-wide from our Sydney warehouse once your build arrives, with professional installation available through our own technician team in Sydney. Direct-to-site shipping can be arranged in advance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for a freight quote to your location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Fit-Outs \u0026amp; Bulk Orders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutfitting a gym, studio or facility? Vortex Series multi-unit pricing: \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 units 10% off, 7–10 units 15% off, 11+ units 20% off\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for our full commercial catalogue, a tailored quote and a free gym design consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop More:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/vortex-series-elite-plate-loaded\" title=\"Vortex Series Plate Loaded Machines\"\u003eVortex Series\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/made-to-order-machines-fitness-hero\" title=\"Made To Order Machines\"\u003eMade To Order Machines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair It:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-fixed-pulldown\" title=\"Vortex Fixed Pulldown - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Fixed Pulldown\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/olympic-plates\" title=\"Olympic Weight Plates\"\u003eOlympic Weight Plates\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/bumper-plates\" title=\"Bumper Plates\"\u003eBumper Plates\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/commercial-gym-flooring\" title=\"Commercial Gym Flooring\"\u003eGym Flooring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad the help, earn it back - chins and dips for every member on the floor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"204\" width=\"204\" alt=\"Fitness Hero Commercial Gym Equipment Sydney\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/Fitness_Hero_Sydney.png?v=1749873069\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Fitness Hero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44343114596455,"sku":"BL27","price":2595.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/BL27_Reload_Fitness_Hero_2c70188c-055e-4216-aa06-50527fcefe1e.png?v=1792832082","url":"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-assist-dip-chin","provider":"Fitness Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}