Scaffolding is an essential part of many construction projects in London. It is a temporary structure that provides support to buildings and workers carrying out the construction work. Depending on the nature of the project, different types of scaffolding may be required. For instance, a platform gantry is often used for scaffolding, providing a platform for workers to carry out their tasks.
Additionally, other types of scaffolding such as tube and clip, trestles, and ladder access may also be used. All types of scaffolding must comply with safety regulations to ensure that workers are safe while carrying out their work.
Which type is best?
Common type scaffolding is the most widely used scaffolding system due to the availability of equipment and the familiarity of workers with the system. When selecting a scaffolding system for a project in London, the choice is often determined by the scaffolding company.
Aluminium scaffolding is increasingly becoming the norm in many European countries due to its lightweight and superior strength compared to steel. It needs to be manually lifted into place, but the process is faster and more cost–effective due to its lighter weight.
In poorer countries, wooden and bamboo poles are more cost–effective but still need to adhere to local London regulations. As a designer, it is important to choose the best scaffolding option for the project.
Take a look at which type of scaffolding you could come across:
- Single Scaffolding
- Double Scaffolding
- Cantilever Scaffolding
Single Scaffolding
This type of scaffolding is known as the “Bricklayer‘s Scaffolding“ and is mainly used for brick masonry. It is composed of ledgers and putlogs, with the standards placed at a distance of 2 to 2.5 meters apart. The scaffolding is placed parallel to the wall at a distance of around 1.2 meters.
Double Scaffolding
Double scaffolding is a type of scaffolding used in stone masonry jobs, also known as mason‘s scaffolding. It is designed to provide strong support and safety for workers on construction projects.
The first row of scaffolding is placed approximately 20 to 30 cm away from the wall, with a second row 1m away. Putlogs are then positioned between the two frames, and are supported by cross braces and rakers to make the structure even more sturdy.
Cantilever Scaffolding
After explaining and giving you more information, on which type of scaffolding to use, we also have a third that could be used as well for yourLondon construction project. Cantilever scaffolding is a type of scaffold that is supported on a series of needles.
These needles are taken out through holes in the wall. This is called single frame, a type of scaffold that are strutted inside the floors through the openings. This is called independent or double frame type of scaffolding, which should be taken care while on a construction project.
Cantilever scaffolding is usually used with the following conditions, so take these instructions with a pinch of salt:
- When the ground does not have the capacity to support standards.
- When the ground near the wall is to be free from traffic.
- When the upper part of the wall is under construction.
Which Types of Scaffolding is also used in Construction?
- Suspended Scaffolding: This is a working platform that is suspended from roofs with extra help of wore, ropes or chains. It can also be raised or lowered to a required level. This type of scaffolding is used for repair work.
- Trestle scaffolding: This is working platform that is supported on a movable tripod or ladders. Generally used for work in interior projects.
- Steel scaffolding: These are constructed by steel tubes that are fixed together, and its very easy to erect and dismantle. It has great strength, durability and higher fire resistance.
- Patented scaffolding: This is constructed by steel tubes which are fixed together by steel couplers or fittings. It is very easy to construct or dismantle. It has greater strength, greater durability and higher fire resistance. It is not economical but will give more safety for workers. So, it is used extensively nowadays.
So, there are so many different types of scaffolding on the market, but which type is for you? Need assistance? Call us Today on 01564 757575
