Frame and Brace – commonly known as “masonry scaffolding”, Frame and Brace consists of various sizes of tubular welded scaffold frames connected by steel cross braces to complete a sectional of scaffolding leveled and plumbed using adjustable screw jacks. Platforms of scaffold graded lumber, aluminum or steel planking create a walking surface on top of the frame and brace structure. The same components can be added horizontally and vertically to achieve the desired scaffold design.
Modular Systems – Modular scaffolding is a highly versatile and adaptable scaffold option in which individual vertical, horizontal and diagonal components are joined using pointed connection methods to erect not only conventional rectangular shaped scaffolds, but also can be configured at various angles to conform to specific structures or areas in which the scaffolding is required. Threaded screw jacks are used for plumbing and squaring the structure and platforms of scaffold graded lumber, aluminum or steel planking can be installed at typical intervals usually about 1.75’ apart vertically dependent on the manufacturer.
Ø Tube and Clamp – Similar to modular scaffolding in adaptability, tube and clamp scaffold is more labor intensive than modular scaffold. Plain tubes with end connections are joined vertically and connected horizontally and diagonally using 1.9” diameter clamps that connect the tubes at either right angles or diagonally at any angle. Platforms of scaffold graded lumber, aluminum or steel planking create a walking surface on top of the structure horizontal members. Tube and clamp is most often used as an accessory to more production friendly types, such as modular or frame and brace.
Electric Swing Staging – Commonly known as “window washer scaffold” and are often seen hanging from the top of high city buildings. Swing staging is an electric powered, motorized scaffold that is suspended with wire ropes from permanent or temporary anchorages usually at a roof top and allows the user to hoist themselves vertically up and down the building façade to perform work. Typically, there are two motors at each end of a long platform where the workers stand.
Transport Platforms – Motorized man and material hoisting platforms commonly rated for 3,000 pounds requiring 480v/50-amp services; sources can be provided from generators or house power. Standard car (platform) sizes of 5’4” x 12’ with drop down access gates. Final platform designs are configured based on specific job requirements. unlike construction elevators, transport platforms do not require a dedicated operator which make this type of unit attractive and very affordable for customers.
Scaffold Hoists and Lifting Equipment – Various types of temporary attached scaffold equipment lifting devices are on the market. Most are electric driven, either being suspended from the top of the scaffold or anchored at the base. Most utilize drum hoists fitted with wire rope to hoist various size baskets in which scaffolding can be loaded and hoisted up and down the structure.
Post Shoring – Adjustable posts installed vertically to support structures during construction, demolition and renovation activities. These posts are typically used in groups carrying steel I-beams that temporarily support the load structure engaged above.
Ø Aluminum Stages – Commonly known as “picks” throughout the general construction industry, aluminum stages are long spanning platforms typically 24” – 32” in width and from 12’ – 32’ in length. Stages are most commonly used as walkways between two scaffold structures or as platforms between two motorized swing stage stirrups.
Laminated Scaffold Planking – Laminated Veneer Lumber scaffold planks provide customizable decking for the scaffold structures and are typically 10” – 12” wide of varying lengths. Unlike solid sawn planking, LVLs provide predictable strength and performance, are lightweight and sizeable and conform to OSHA standards.