Scaffolding in SA

Wednesday, 29 October 2014

Tubular Steel Scaffolding Components

FRAMES
Self-lock frames come in three lengths and can be used according to the type of work to be done and the height. 





TIE BARS
Tie bars / Guard rails: Two tie bars are used at the base of the scaffold and two on top for safety. 

DIAGONAL / PLAN BRACE:
                                                                 Used for tying diagonal corner to ensure increase structural                                                                          integrity.

HOOK-ON BOARDS
Hook-on Boards clip onto the Self-lock Frames and serve as a platform to stand on. Maximum permissible loading 160kg / m2 





KNEE BRACES:
Knee braces are used to stabilize the bottom frames and keep the tower square.



HOOK ON LADDERS:
Hook on ladders are used to gain access to the top working platform of the scaffolding in order to perform work at height tasks. 

TOE BOARDS & TOE BOARD CLIPS:
Toe Board Clips are hooked on to the frames and Toe Boards are placed between the Toe Board Clips. Once fitted they prevent tools and equipment from being accidentally falling off the scaffold. 




TRAPDOOR:
Trapdoors are placed between the platforms and are used to provide access to the working platform.











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