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Following its official launch at Bauma 2025 this week, Pilosio’s new IXI Truss Beam is already generating significant interest across the construction and access sectors.
Unveiled yesterday at the company’s Bauma stand in Hall B3, the lightweight, high-capacity modular beam attracted a lot of attention. And prompted immediate discussion among scaffolding professionals, many of whom were eager to see what could become a transformative tool for large-span and suspended access applications.
Having visited the stand myself on Monday, I saw the IXI Truss up close — and it’s clear that this isn’t just a concept or prototype. It’s a fully developed, field-tested solution, built with input from experienced scaffolders and designed to meet the complex challenges of modern construction sites.
In a conversation with Francesca Fuser and the Pilosio team, they shared detailed insights into the IXI Truss development and the company’s broader direction at Bauma 2025.
DN: Pilosio is launching a broad range of new systems at Bauma 2025. Which products do you see as most transformative for the industry this year?
Safety and ergonomics are at the core of every product we create. While each innovation has its strengths, the Flydeck and IXI Truss represent the pinnacle of our efforts to deliver high-performance, intuitive systems to the market.
DN: Much of this year’s offering centres on aluminium. What led to this material choice across so many of your new systems?
Installation time is a major cost driver. Lighter, more intuitive systems help teams work faster and safer. With aluminium, we reduce transport burdens and make on-site handling far more manageable — without compromising on structural performance.
DN: The IXI Truss Beam is a headline launch at Bauma. What prompted its development?=
The concept came from Optimal Access Solution (OAS), and Pilosio engineered it into a ringlock-compatible system. It’s the result of a hands-on collaboration that merges innovation with real-world site knowledge — and introduces a new benchmark for high-capacity truss design.
DN: What sets the IXI Truss apart from traditional truss systems?
It delivers high load-bearing performance while remaining light and modular. This unlocks a broader range of solutions for our clients — especially for long-span platforms, suspended scaffolds, and temporary roofs.
DN: How does the system’s compatibility with both multidirectional and tube-and-coupler systems benefit contractors?
It offers total flexibility. Contractors working with mixed systems or on non-standard builds can integrate the IXI Truss easily. Pre-configuration and intuitive design keep assembly quick and straightforward.
DN: Can you give examples of where the IXI Truss provides clear operational advantages?
Certainly. The system excels in:
Temporary Roofing – Allowing pinpoint load placement on a structure’s strongest points, reducing or eliminating the need for scaffolding towers or steel beams.
Temporary Walkways – Its long-span capability and light weight make it ideal for bridging roads and public spaces without disrupting traffic.
Suspended Platforms – Especially useful in bridge and viaduct maintenance, where under-deck access is required without bringing in heavy equipment.
Pre-Fabricated Installation – Full beam sections (e.g., 25m) can be shipped to site in parts, assembled in just hours, and lifted into position without any tube-and-fitting.
DN: How important was the “designed by scaffolders for scaffolders” approach in developing the IXI Truss?
It was essential. The beam was created by seasoned scaffolders with over 35 years of experience. The focus was on ease of handling, strong and simple connections, and minimal components. That’s why it feels so natural to work with — it was designed on the ground, not just at the drawing board.
DN: Looking ahead, do you see the IXI Truss becoming a staple in hybrid scaffolding systems?
Absolutely. The industry is moving toward smarter, hybrid setups — and the IXI Truss fits perfectly within that evolution. It’s fast, strong, and adaptable. Its compatibility with ringlock, tube-and-clamp, and other systems means it’s already ready for the future.
DN: And what does this mean for the UK market specifically?
We’re heavily invested in supporting scaffolders in the UK. There’s strong appetite for lighter, more versatile solutions that reduce time on site. Systems like the IXI Truss, P75 formwork, and Flydeck reflect this demand — and offer safe, compliant, and cost-effective answers to increasingly complex site needs.
As seen on the show floor, Pilosio’s approach is clear: combine technical innovation with practical thinking, and design systems that genuinely improve the way scaffolders work.
The IXI Truss Beam might be the clearest expression of that ethos yet — and it’s likely to be one of a number of most talked-about technologies at Bauma this year.
Bauma 2025 runs through to the 13 April in Munich, Germany. Pilosio is exhibiting at Stand B3-103.
