New multi-height scaffolders step-up device launched
New improved multi-height scaffolders step-up device goes on sale.
Worcestershire based Lakeside Industries Ltd has created a new scaffolders step-up called the Alto Scaffmate Duo. It has a unique double fold dual height design which enables scaffolders to work at both 0.5m and 1.0m heights with the same product. Manufactured in the UK and weighing only 7kg the all-aluminium, corrosion-resistant and autolocking Duo neatly folds in half to create the dual height functionality. Charlie Wright CEO of Alto Access Products said: “We reviewed the products on the market and concluded that we could make a product that was of better quality and potentially safer than many of them and also make it fold so that we could allow scaffolders to avoid having to purchase and carry two items of equipment. The Scaffmate Duo is the outcome of this process.” The Duo folds flat for easy compact storage and is available direct from the manufacturer Lakeside Industries or from a range of scaffolding stockists. List price £125 plus VAT Specialists in aluminium access products, Alto is renowned around the world for its quality, strength and durability.Rilmac Scaffolding promote three new Directors
James Newton, Roger Woodlock and Tom Walker have all been promoted to Associate Directors at Rilmac Scaffolding’s headquarters in Lincoln.
Both James and Roger started their careers in the scaffolding industry as scaffolders for Rilmac and have progressed through the business to head up the contracting and estimating/design departments at Lincoln. Between them they have 38 years’ service with Roger having 21 years continuous employment. Tom is the third generation of the Walker family to become a Rilmac Director following in the steps of his Grandfather, Roger Walker and his father Paul. Tom has been integral to the improvement of the systems in the Scaffolding division over the last four years and continues to support other Group Companies. Rilmac has a tradition of growing their own when it comes to promotion. As well as James, Roger and Tom four other directors and numerous other managers have worked their way up to senior roles. “It is always a pleasure to promote from within the Rilmac workforce.” said Steve Baxter, “We wish James, Roger and Tom every success in their new positions.” Rilmac Scaffolding is part of the Rilmac Group a nationwide business employing over 280 people with a turnover approaching £19 million.Tender: Ellington Scaffolding Works
- Location of contract: North East
- Value of contract: £73k
- Published date: 25 September 2019
- Closing date: 17 October 2019
- Contract start date: 17 November 2019
- Contract end date: 30 September 2020
- Contract is suitable for SMEs?: Yes
- Contract is suitable for VCSEs?: Yes
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+44 7500065685New Universal Brickguard created by scaffolders hits the market
Teesside based JMAC Safety Systems have launched a new Brickguard ‘created by scaffolders, for scaffolders’.
The new brickguard called the Mac Universal Brickguard has been designed, as they say, as a result of frustrations encountered on-site over the years. And the new design will be unrivalled by any other on the market, the firm says. It has been cleverly designed to overcome the rosette on ring system type scaffolding to provide a flush, continuous run along the scaffold. The unique design of the handle provides a robust, durable and secure connection to the handrail, with the ability to be used on the 3 different ledger types between 30mm & 60mm. The brickguard also features two increased length toe board connectors, meaning the design provides high performance on either system scaffold toe boards at 150mm or timber toe boards at 225mm. JMAC Safety Systems also offers the unique opportunity to purchase these products in any colour, with a clients logo and branding; meaning additional promotion for the business and a strong deterrent against theft. The Mac Universal Brickguard has been tested to BSEN12811 – 1 on all major scaffolding systems.
Luis McCarthy, Director at JMAC Safety Systems, said “As a scaffolder myself, I know the frustrations we’re all having in the industry on a daily basis. My aim is to continue bringing a suite of revolutionary, scaffolding & safety products to the market. The Mac Universal Brickguard has a lot of great features which, I believe, make it the best on the market – it’s the only Brickguard to bypass the rosette on ring system scaffold and the handrail piece at the top can be used on any handrail ledger type, circular or rectangular, making it even more appealing.
The scaffolding industry is a very difficult market place and the work we do is labour intensive, therefore there is a constant need for innovative and durable products to be created. This is one of many new products we are bringing to the market throughout 2019/20, watch this space to see what we release next.”
For more information on this or any more of the JMAC Safety Systems product range, visit www.jmacsafetysystems.co.uk CISRS cards set to get a 21st Century revamp
CISRS cards are being brought into the 21st Century thanks to a new partnership between CISRS and NOCN Job Cards.
CISRS has today announced that by the end of the year, those applying for a new card will receive both a plastic card and a virtual card, which they can access via any smartphone or device.
By tapping their card on their phone, cardholders can see all their details; photo, qualifications and courses taken.
CISRS say the App is secure and can be kept on the phone so the individual has proof of their card at all times.
Interestingly, the app will also notify cardholders of renewal notifications to simplify the renewal process. A virtual ‘Card Wallet’ will allow multiple cards to be stored on a single device, allowing contractors to easily collate their operatives’ details and access them as required.
The cost of making an application for a new dual physical/virtual card will be £30, a slight increase on the current card cost but CISRS say it’s still much lower than the industry average.
It is hoped that card application processing times will be shortened and instances of card fraud significantly reduced through the new partnership.
CISRS contracted NOCN Job Cards to provide card scheme administration services following CITB withdrawing from this role as part of its Vision 2020 programme.
All three parties will be working very closely together over the next few months to ensure everything will be in place to roll the new card scheme out before the year-end.
NOCN will work with CISRS training providers to assist them in the new online application process.
David Mosley, CISRS Managing Director, said: “We have been talking about smart technology for several years. With the forced change in service provider it seemed to be the right time to bring the scheme up to date.
“We believe the new cards will add value to operatives, scaffolding contractors and end users.
“We are confident of achieving a smooth transition from CITB to NOCN Job Cards as we have been working closely with these parties over the last year and several of the staff currently working on CISRS administration at CITB are to be transferred to NOCN, so their knowledge and experience will not be lost.”
Mark Buckton, Executive Director for Job Cards & Services at NOCN Job Cards, said: “We are delighted to be working with CISRS to provide the card scheme for the scaffolding sector. The new cards will provide a number of benefits to operatives in terms of the speed and ease in which we will be able to offer them cards.
“It also helps to reduce card fraud in the industry as we will be able to rely on our own data for card applications instead of using paper certificates. We look forward to working with the scaffolding training centres, scaffolding employers and CISRS.” Trade body to hold second Temporary Works Seminar
Scaffolding trade body the NASC and Temporary Works Forum (TWF) are set to co-host a free seminar in Bristol.
The half-day event that will take place next month will cover a broad range of temporary works topics, with a particular focus on scaffolding, and is aimed at both contractors and clients. Speakers include Ashley Daniels, Head of Lifting & Temporary Works at Hinkley Point C, Simon Hughes, Managing Director of Simian Risk, Terry Roberts, Software Development Manager at CADS (developers of the TG20 eGuide) and David Mosley, NASC Training Director and CISRS Managing Director. Simon Robinson, NASC Marketing Manager, said: “We’re looking forward to our second Temporary Works Seminar, following a successful and well-attended event in Birmingham earlier this year. “The Bristol seminar will see our speakers discuss temporary works topics including the management of the Hinkley Point C project, ongoing efforts to improve and update the NASC’s TG20 eGuide and the revised BS5975 code of practice. “Through this event we’ll be able to bring a diverse group of people with an interest in temporary works together and explore ways in which we can all work more efficiently and collaboratively to ensure works are carried out as safely as possible and to the highest possible standards. “We hope scaffolding contractors and anyone involved in the procurement and management of scaffolding contractors will join us in Bristol for this informal half-day event.” The Temporary Works Seminar will take place at the Paintworks on Thursday 24 October from 9am to 1pm. Spaces are limited. For more information and to reserve your seat please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/temporary-works-seminar-scaffolding-tickets-72659874641Godiva scoops Leadership Team and Sustainability awards
Godiva Access and Scaffolding, the Coventry and Manchester-based specialist contractor, has received a double helping of recognition in the 2019 Coventry Business Excellence Awards by scooping the coveted Leadership Team and Sustainability awards.
In a glittering celebration witnessed by more than 500 people, the Awards’ Judges commended Godiva’s senior management team for developing skills and capacity among all employees and in particular the way in which they engage, encourage and support all employees. Godiva’s campaign to raise the sensitive issue of mental health in its workforce was also praised. Suicide is the biggest killer of men under the age of 45. However, male site workers are three times more likely to commit suicide than the average male in the UK and suicide kills more construction workers than falls. Godiva is a benchmark for others to follow. For the second year in a row, Godiva walked away with the Sustainability Award. The Judges praised Godiva for creating a long-term sustainable business which has a large focus on health and safety. One-fifth of the workforce are Black Hat qualified, the highest level of safety qualification available on a construction site. Karl Degroot, managing director at Godiva, said: “This double award demonstrates the total commitment of everyone at Godiva and shows that we are delivering the highest quality, efficiently, sustainably but above all else, safely.”HAKI launch second industry focused eBook
HAKI publish new eBook on Innovative access solutions for infrastructure projects.
System scaffolding manufacturer HAKI has launched the second in a series of industry-focused eBooks in a bid to help contractors understand how HAKI’s systems can safely overcome common challenges faced in specific project environments. The new eBook concentrates on tempory access solutions for infrastructure projects and comes after the successful launch of its offshore publication that was launched in February 2019. The latest eBook is loaded with useful facts, videos, and project case studies; demonstrating how HAKI works with customers to bring new levels of safety and productivity to the sector. Focusing on three main areas, the eBook addresses common challenges faced in the infrastructure industry:- Safe access and egress for excavations and bridge maintenance
- Reducing risk to public safety
- Minimizing possession time and project programmes
Lyndon SGB duo provide a ‘total access’ package at London landmark development
Lyndon SGB and Taylor’s Hoists are providing a ‘total access’ package for leading contractor Lendlease on the landmark new development at One Bishopsgate Plaza, in the heart of the city of London.
ONE Bishopsgate Plaza will be the first high-rise residential and hospitality development built in the City of London for many years. Taylor’s Hoists which is part of Lyndon SGB’s vertical access division has 6 of their Alimak hoists in use on the 135-meter high construction project. Lyndon SGB has designed and installed 2 large scaffold towers on the project that they say, ‘has been strategically placed’ so as to not to affect the landing gate maximum openings, at the same time working around the building columns. One Bishopsgate is expected to take 76 weeks to build. Taylor’s Hoists Divisional Director, Paul Price, said: “This is a great project for Taylor’s Hoists and Lyndon SGB to work on together – providing the project with excellent vertical access. One Bishopsgate Plaza has been a prestigious job that we will remember for a long time. It has been great working with the Lendlease team along the way, who have supported us with all we have tried to achieve, and it really wouldn’t have been the success it is without the efforts and support put in by all.”
Speaking about the detail of the project, Paul added: “The design element was absolutely critical. The hoists had to lift maximum loads, not just in weight, but also in size, utilizing the cages size to its maximum capacity.
“The Twin Alimak Scando 650 25/46 XL cages were positioned over an existing inspection tunnel, which was a huge consideration due to the loads the hoist imposes at the base. And the hoists had to fit within certain limitations between and around columns at each floor, that change position further up the building.
“We also needed to allow for a maximum amount of glazed cladding to be installed, that comes up tight either side of the hoists, as well as providing weather protection at the building opening where the hoist was positioned, so fit out could commence without the worry that certain fixtures and fixings that will be complete before the hoist is dismantled and removed are not a risk of being damaged by rain or flooding on floors.
“Installations of the hoists were progressive. And to ensure we didn’t delay the project, these were planned to start in late Friday afternoon and over the weekend – with hoist being handed over to site managers, ready for action on the Monday morning.”
The Taylor’s Hoists and Lyndon SGB teams also supplied hoist way protection over and above the norm – these also became part of the landing edge protection, with 2.4m high mesh panels providing a coral around the landing gates on each floor.
As usual, safety elements for the massive hoists were critical, with all calculations compiled in collaboration with the hoist manufacturer, passed by the main contractor.
Paul added: “This type of high-rise installation requires heavier duty components to start with – to accommodate the loads when the full install is in place. Each tie position was scrutinized to ensure we had the smallest loads going back through the building structure and hoist components.
” We invested more than £5,000 on Heras fencing panels, feet and restraints to provide a solid/temporary exclusion zone around the hoist every install, adhering to Lendlease GMR’s. The exclusion zone would then be locked whilst works were being carried out, ensuring our work area was free from other people and trades.”
And with an eye on environmental responsibility, the Taylor’s Hoists team kept test weights on site, thus reducing the project’s carbon footprint, with fuel used and time taken for deliveries and collections made.
Interestingly, the Taylor’s team has conducted more than 20 thorough examinations and structural tests over the six vertical access hoists on the project to date, with more to follow.
Paul concludes: “The standards we have provided on this project are some of the highest we have ever provided in our award-winning hoists business to date. The detail has been enormous – from the weather protection we supplied, the hoist way protection and protection of edges and holes within the floor slabs, supply of saloon doors covering the small gap between the hoist cage and hoist landing gates, to ensuring small materials that are not sufficiently secured when taking in and out of the hoist cannot fall from height. It’s been epic.”
