A single scaffold bay incorporates a variety of parts, each with their own purpose, to create functioning workspace. All pieces fit together exactly to safeguard workers while also maintain strength and stability for extended periods of time. The list below covers Kwikstage scaffold components, but, many parts below are universal across a variety of different […]
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Acrow Props are known by a variety of names, including Shoring Posts, Formwork Props, or Post Shores. First engineered in the 1930’s, their development was a revolution compared to timber-based props of the time. An essential tool in all construction for supporting loads, below we offer a quick guide on how to install Acrow Props […]
Before using on any site, it is important to know how many Acrow Props you need to support suspended slabs and factors involved.
As a new project begins, it’s vital to understand how to build a Temporary Fence around a construction site. It is required by law in Australia to erect Temporary Fencing around a worksite for a multitude of reasons, including worker and public safety. If an accident occurs and it is discovered that there was insufficient, unsafe, […]
Scaffolding provides access for hard-to-reach areas allowing builders to complete work in a safe manner. For Scaffolds to be secure, parties involved (either employment-related or otherwise) must continually assess their equipment and realise the benefits of regular scaffold maintenance and when to upgrade completely. Quick and effective maintenance includes: Benefits Regular maintenance is minimal its […]
Scaffolds are temporary structures erected on construction sites to complete elevated work. Scaffolds exist to improve workplace safety. Unfortunately, simply assembling such platforms does not guarantee security. Accidents still occur on these structures ranging from bad luck to an incident resulting from an inadequate inspection. Failure of inspection can cause injury or death which is […]
H-frames Formwork Shoring System Safety Guide Step1 Place 4 base jacks on the ground with a certain distance. Base jacks should be extended no more than 600mm. Step2 Fit the Frames on the jacks, level the frames & connect the braces. Lock all the safety pins after connecting the braces. Step3 Fit U-head jacks on top […]
Aluminium Mobile Scaffold Tower Installation Guide Our mobile scaffolds are easy to install and dismantle. Simply follow the steps below and you will have your mobile scaffold tower installed in 10 – 15 minutes. Step1. Fit the caster wheels to the ladder frame. Ensure that the caster brake is on before building up the mobile […]
Transform a tall mobile scaffold tower to a wide platform in 10 minutes With our new modular system, you can turn a high mobile tower to a wide platform in 10 minutes. Step 1. Dismantle the top rack from the existing access tower with care. Step 2: Divide the tower into half, install two pieces […]