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Winners Unveiled at Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2024

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The scaffolding and access community came together in spectacular fashion at the NASC Annual Ball & Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2024, held at the ICC Belfast on Friday night.

The event celebrated the outstanding achievements and innovation within the industry, showcasing the best of scaffolding expertise and dedication.

The glittering evening followed the successful ScaffEx24, featuring a glamorous gala organised by the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC).

Over 700 distinguished guests, including international industry leaders from Japan, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Switzerland, joined the festivities, which included a luxurious drinks reception, a three-course dinner, and live entertainment.

The NASC Scaffolding Excellence Awards, a highlight in the industryโ€™s calendar, honoured exceptional contributions across a range of categories.

Winners and runners-up were announced during a dazzling ceremony hosted by special guests, including TV stars James Nesbitt, Mike Tindall, and Denise van Outen, who paid tribute to the dedication and innovation of the industryโ€™s finest.

Scaffolding Excellence Award Winners

Apprentice of the Year

Winner: Albie Cooper, Benchmark Scaffolding Ltd

Driven by a desire to support his young family, Albie Cooper was described by his Site Manager, Jack Murphy, as having one of the best attitudes heโ€™s encountered in all his years in scaffolding. Judges praised Albieโ€™s proactive and positive outlook, noting his ability to overcome challenges and seek additional opportunities. The award includes a ยฃ1,000 prize courtesy of CISRS.

Highly Commended: Harrison Mapley


Scaffold Design of the Year

Winner: SRK Scaffolding โ€“ Industrial Storage Tank

SRK Scaffoldingโ€™s design for accessing a 33-metre-high industrial storage tank required exceptional creativity and problem-solving to complete the project within a short timeframe. Judges were impressed by the out-of-the-box thinking and technical expertise demonstrated.


Product of the Year

Winner: PERI Ltd โ€“ PERI UP Cladding

PERIโ€™s innovative cladding system protects scaffolders, contractors, and the public while offering unparalleled flexibility through removable individual panels. Judges commended the systemโ€™s unique design and wide-ranging practical applications.


Service of the Year

Winner: Costain/Skanska (SCS Railways) โ€“ Scaffold Request App

This innovative app streamlined scaffold requests for the HS2 JV project, saving time and money while maintaining safety standards. Judges highlighted its tangible improvements in productivity and on-site results.


Lifetime Achievement Award

Winner: Lee Rowswell

Recognised for over 30 years of service, Lee Rowswell has transformed GKR Scaffolding, taking it from a turnover of ยฃ800,000 to ยฃ36 million. His leadership has driven innovation, sustainability, and diversity within the industry, and he has played a pivotal role in NASC initiatives. Judges highlighted his collaborative spirit and his ability to inspire others while delivering landmark projects across London.


Project of the Year โ€“ Small

Winner: Shield Services Group โ€“ Cathedral Park, Bristol

Shield Services Group delivered a 50-metre temporary roof structure and a 15-metre birdcage inside a converted cathedral, excelling in technical execution, environmental consideration, safety, and social value. Judges praised the project for its thoughtful approach and its exemplary representation of the scaffolding industry.

Highly Commended: Ingleford Scaffolding


Project of the Year โ€“ Medium

Winner: Inner City Scaffolding Ltd โ€“ Parkside Court, Chelmsford

Inner City Scaffolding developed an innovative solution to safely access a live building for a recladding project. Judges described the work as a โ€œfantastic piece of engineeringโ€ and called it the โ€œscaffolderโ€™s scaffoldโ€ for its precision and complexity.


Project of the Year โ€“ Large

Winner: Lyndon SGB โ€“ New Register House, Edinburgh

This project, valued between ยฃ1m and ยฃ2m, required Lyndon SGB to deliver a scaffold for the Grade-A listed New Register House while managing the challenges of Scottish winter weather, an open building, and stringent heritage restrictions. Judges praised the teamโ€™s coordination, collaboration, and expert management.


Project of the Year โ€“ Major

Winner: GKR Scaffolding Ltd โ€“ 25 Canada Square, Canary Wharf

GKR Scaffoldingโ€™s work at 25 Canada Square, valued at over ยฃ2m, stood out for its complexity and scale. The project involved a bespoke cantilevered scaffold system constructed within a skyscraper and required meticulous planning and collaboration. Judges commended its innovative design, social value, and execution in a high-profile location.


 

The NASC Annual Ball & Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2024 celebrated the talent and innovation driving the scaffolding and access industry forward. With a global audience and record-breaking attendance, it highlighted the sectorโ€™s continued growth and commitment to excellence.

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