If you've ever considered a career change from scaffolding to teaching, now is the time.
The CITB’s National Construction College (NCC) is looking for experienced scaffolders to join its team of instructors and help train the next generation of industry professionals.
With open days on Thursday, 28th November, and Saturday, 30th...
The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has voiced concerns over the latest Budget, questioning the government’s commitment to “get Britain building.”
While the Chancellor’s proposals include significant initiatives aimed at boosting housing and infrastructure, NASC CEO Clive Dickin believes...
SEP Culant and JMAC Group have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing work-at-height and access support services across multiple industries in the UK.
The collaboration brings together SEP Culant’s rope access expertise and JMAC Group’s expansive...
Coventry Scaffolding, a leading London-based scaffolding contractor and Royal Warrant Holder, recently played a pivotal role in supporting restoration efforts at the iconic Hampton Court Palace.
Commissioned by Historic Royal Palaces, Coventry Scaffolding designed, supplied, and erected a 10-metre bespoke...
If you've ever considered a career change from scaffolding to teaching, now is the time.
The CITB’s National Construction College (NCC) is looking for experienced...
The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has voiced concerns over the latest Budget, questioning the government’s commitment to “get Britain building.”
While the Chancellor’s...
SEP Culant and JMAC Group have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing work-at-height and access support services across multiple industries in...
Coventry Scaffolding, a leading London-based scaffolding contractor and Royal Warrant Holder, recently played a pivotal role in supporting restoration efforts at the iconic Hampton...
TRAD UK, a leading name in the scaffolding supply industry, has reaffirmed its dedication to quality and safety by highlighting its extensive range of...
In a milestone project set to redefine Glasgow’s skyline, JR Scaffold, one of Scotland’s leading scaffolding firms, has helped lay the groundwork for the...
If you've ever considered a career change from scaffolding to teaching, now is the time.
The CITB’s National Construction College (NCC) is looking for experienced scaffolders to join its team of instructors and help train the next generation of industry...
The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has voiced concerns over the latest Budget, questioning the government’s commitment to “get Britain building.”
While the Chancellor’s proposals include significant initiatives aimed at boosting housing and infrastructure, NASC CEO Clive Dickin believes...
SEP Culant and JMAC Group have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing work-at-height and access support services across multiple industries in the UK.
The collaboration brings together SEP Culant’s rope access expertise and JMAC Group’s expansive...
In a move to strengthen its foothold in the work zone safety sector, HAKI Safety has successfully acquired Semmco Group, a prominent UK-based manufacturer specialising in safe access platforms for aircraft and train maintenance.
This acquisition broadens HAKI’s product...
In the fast-paced, high-risk world of scaffolding, safety is everything. It’s the foundation on which our entire industry rests—literally and figuratively.
However, as recent revelations from Apollo Cradles have shown, this foundation is being undermined by the production and sale...
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hroughout my career working with system scaffolding – predominantly Layher – I’ve had approaches from manufacturers with ‘copied’ products. These are companies that essentially supply poor copies of original manufacturers’ components – whatever they say, this is what they...
As someone with experience both of using systems scaffolding to build a business, and a CEO of a group that offered hire and sale options, I’m often asked about my opinions on this issue. I’ve set my personal thoughts...
Industry leader Des Moore explores how to build a stable business—something that scaffolding businesses need to consider at all times, but that becomes even more critical during volatile economic periods.
In my previous articles for ScaffMag, I’ve talked about how...
Sunbelt Rentals has won the 2024 Supported Scaffold Project of the Year Award from the Scaffold and Access Industry Association (SAIA) for its work on Miami’s historic Freedom Tower.
This award recognises Sunbelt’s innovative access solutions in tackling the unique challenges posed by the...
In a tragic incident in Hong Kong, a scaffolding worker fell to his death earlier today while dismantling bamboo scaffolding on an industrial building in To Kwa Wan.
The 44-year-old man was found unconscious on a concrete canopy at...
SafeWork NSW inspectors have kicked off a full-scale inspection blitz on scaffold safety at construction sites across New South Wales, Australia, as part of the new “Scaff Safe 2024” campaign.
With Newcastle leading the charge, inspectors are doubling down...
HAKI Safety AB, a Swedish scaffolding and safety solutions firm, has posted positive results for the third quarter of 2024, showing organic growth and improved profitability.
The company’s net sales rose by 1 per cent to SEK 253 million (£18.6...
Hong Kong, one of the few places in the world still using bamboo scaffolding on modern construction sites, is stepping up safety standards.
A new set of regulations designed to improve worker safety will take effect on October 19th, marking...
BrandSafway, a global leader in access and speciality services, has announced Gabriel McCabe's appointment as its new President and CEO, effective January 1, 2025.
The announcement follows the planned retirement of current CEO Karl Fessenden, who will step down at...
The UK construction industry outlook for 2024 presents a complex picture, with key declines in planning approvals and contract awards, according to the latest Glenigan report.
The report shows that detailed planning approvals have dropped sharply by 37% year-on-year, reflecting a challenging environment for new...
The Wates Group has announced the acquisition of Liberty, the property services division of ForHousing, a prominent social housing provider based in the northwest.
This significant move will see Liberty, along with its 1,100 employees, joining Wates Property Services.
Liberty, which...
In a bold move set to invigorate the scaffolding and construction sectors, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has reinstated mandatory house-building targets for planning authorities across England.
This significant policy shift aims to fulfil Labour's ambitious election manifesto promise...
The construction industry is poised for significant growth following the recent election of the new Labour government, according to a leading industry intelligence firm, Glenigan.
Despite facing near-term challenges such as slow economic growth and persistently high interest rates, Glenigan's...
In a bid to root out widespread fraud within the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), the government has announced stringent measures set to take effect from April 2024.
This crackdown aims to close a £300 million loophole exploited by organised crime...
As National Scaffolding Week 2024 gets underway, the Scaffolding Association has announced a landmark partnership with City & Guilds Training to deliver exclusive Skills...
The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is urging its members to participate in a crucial new CISRS perception survey that could shape the future of scaffolding training across the UK.
This push for industry feedback follows the publication...
The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) and the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) have launched the recruitment process for a new Head of Training and Education.
The move comes just months after CISRS Managing Director David Mosley's sudden...
In an exciting development for young people in the North East, a new initiative is opening doors for school leavers to enter the scaffolding industry, significantly boosting apprenticeships and local employment.
W@H Solutions, with support from Procure Plus and the...
The Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has released a newly updated 2-day System Scaffolding Product Training Scheme (SSPTS) Cuplok course.
This development is part of CISRS's ongoing efforts to standardise training across the UK, ensuring that all SSPTS...
In a bold move that could reshape the scaffolding industry, the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has published its much-anticipated ‘Training in the Scaffolding Industry: Report 2024.’
The comprehensive report sheds light on the current state of training...
The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is set to introduce a significant advancement in scaffolding safety and compliance at ScaffEx24 with the launch...
Following the final report from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and a recent fire at a residential block in Dagenham, the National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released an important Safety Bulletin.
The bulletin provides key guidelines to scaffolding...
In response to recent incidents where scaffolding has obstructed swift nest sites, RSPB volunteer Kerry Dawson is issuing a heartfelt plea to scaffolding companies across the UK.
This summer, two alarming cases have been seen in Ramsgate and Eltham,...
The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has issued a significant technical update to its guidance document TG20:21 to align scaffold baseplate practices with current industry standards.
The update, released today, reaffirms the critical position of baseplate thickness within scaffolding...
In a development aimed at bolstering safety standards in industries involving work at heights, the Working at Height Safety Association (WAHSA) has unveiled new guidelines.
The guidelines comprehensively cover the proper selection, use, maintenance, and periodic inspection of single and...
All organisations have a legal requirement to carry out risk assessments on any activities which could have a significant impact on their employees or others who may be affected by their undertakings.
Where a company employs five or more staff,...
TRAD UK, a leading name in the scaffolding supply industry, has reaffirmed its dedication to quality and safety by highlighting its extensive range of...
Apollo Cradles Limited has issued a fresh warning to the scaffolding industry regarding the continued presence of counterfeit X-Beams circulating in the market.
In a recent LinkedIn post, Mark Holmes, Manager of Apollo Scaffold Services, shared a letter highlighting...
SpanSet, a leading provider of height safety, lifting, and load control solutions, has been awarded the prestigious contract to supply personal protective equipment (PPE) to Altrad UK and Ireland for the next two years.
The partnership highlights SpanSet’s longstanding...
Paul Lynch of Lynch Developments, a serial innovator known for previous products such as his Advanced Double Handrail and the Lynch System Scaffold, has...
Scaffmag's Editor, Daniel Norton, had the opportunity to speak with Viktor Voroncov, the visionary founder of ScaffChamp, and Oleg Abramov, the Head of ScaffChamp...
In an exclusive interview, Sean Pike, Managing Director at Layher UK, offers an insightful glimpse into the company's visionary strategies for the year ahead...
ScaffEx24, one of the leading events for the scaffolding and construction industry, has announced the addition of two new keynote speakers for its upcoming conference.
James Butcher, Executive Director of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), and David Abraham, Founder...
The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is set to introduce a significant advancement in scaffolding safety and compliance at ScaffEx24 with the launch of TG30, a new comprehensive guidance suite designed for system scaffolding.
The initiative, hailed as a...
The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is set to unveil its highly anticipated Common Assessment Standard (CAS) at this year’s ScaffEx24, marking a significant shift in how scaffolding contractors handle prequalification requirements.
This major initiative is designed to...
Ranjit Singh Dale, founder and chairman of SCP Group, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the University of Wolverhampton for his contributions to business and his efforts to improve the lives of people in the city.
Over the last...
The NASC (National Access and Scaffolding Confederation) has announced the highly anticipated shortlist for the prestigious ScaffEx24 Scaffolding Excellence Awards.
The awards, which will be presented at the ScaffEx24 Ball and Gala Dinner, which will be held at the...
Scaffmag Editor Daniel Norton sat down with ScaffPlan directors Simon Boyes and Ben Beaumont to find out where the company is heading and how it plans to continue transforming the scaffolding industry. With major updates and new product releases...
Scaffmag's Editor, Daniel Norton, had the opportunity to speak with Viktor Voroncov, the visionary founder of ScaffChamp, and Oleg Abramov, the Head of ScaffChamp Operations, to delve into the origins, evolution, and future of this remarkable event.
Since its inception...
In an exclusive interview, Sean Pike, Managing Director at Layher UK, offers an insightful glimpse into the company's visionary strategies for the year ahead and beyond following some significant management shifts.
Layher UK, the system scaffolding powerhouse, remains a beacon...
Celebrating three decades of architectural mastery and steadfast growth, GKR Scaffolding stands as a beacon of excellence in the construction industry. Founded on the principles of safety, innovation, and unwavering dedication, this London-based firm has etched its name on...
In the world of scaffolding and access solutions, change is a constant force, propelling innovation and excellence to new heights. The recent appointment of Anita Singh as Technical Director at Layher UK marks the dawn of a new era....
SEP Culant and JMAC Group have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing work-at-height and access support services across multiple industries in...
In a move to strengthen its foothold in the work zone safety sector, HAKI Safety has successfully acquired Semmco Group, a prominent UK-based manufacturer...
TRAD UK, one of the UK’s leading scaffolding and safety systems suppliers, has achieved a remarkable milestone—over one million work hours without a Lost...
Independent Design House Group Ltd (IDHG), a leading engineering design consultancy, has acquired Clarkebond (UK) Ltd, a strategic move that significantly strengthens its position...
In a move aimed at boosting on-site safety and practical knowledge, PERI recently hosted a hands-on training workshop for Laing O’Rourke’s engineers and temporary...
AT-PAC, a global leader in scaffolding manufacturing and solutions, has appointed Allan Hazzard as the new Managing Director for its Canadian operations.
This strategic...
HAKI Safety has broadened its geodesy product range in Norway, thanks to its subsidiary, Norgeodesi, securing the sales rights for Trimble’s BuildingPoint instruments and...
Skill Scaffolding has partnered with Layher UK to deliver a pedestrian access bridge in Lostwithiel, Cornwall.
Together, they’ve supplied a temporary pedestrian bridge using the...
In a significant boost for the construction sector, PERI, a leading provider of formwork, system scaffolding and training, has announced that its courses will...
Scafom-rux UK has officially announced a new partnership with St Helens Plant, a leading scaffolding supplier and repair specialist in the UK.
This collaboration...
Layher UK, the esteemed provider of system scaffolding solutions, launched its first Open Morning of 2024 at Simian Risk’s training centre in Leytonstone on...
ScaffEx24, one of the leading events for the scaffolding and construction industry, has announced the addition of two new keynote speakers for its upcoming conference.
James Butcher, Executive Director of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), and David Abraham, Founder...
The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is set to introduce a significant advancement in scaffolding safety and compliance at ScaffEx24 with the launch of TG30, a new comprehensive guidance suite designed for system scaffolding.
The initiative, hailed as a...
The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is set to unveil its highly anticipated Common Assessment Standard (CAS) at this year’s ScaffEx24, marking a significant shift in how scaffolding contractors handle prequalification requirements.
This major initiative is designed to...
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