The New Scafftag Re-Designed For Scaffolding By Scaffolders

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The New Scafftag Re-Designed For Scaffolding By Scaffolders
 

Scafftag have today announced a new re-designed tag that is simpler and more durable. Over the past few months Scafftag have been asking customers “what do they want from a scaffold tagging system” The customers have shared their ideas which has led to the new design. The New Scafftag – so what’s improved? The Holder  Simple to Use:
  • Universal head to fit both tube and clip or system scaffolding
  • Finger lift: Easier to remove the insert
  • Compatible with existing Scafftag inserts
More Durable:
  • Made from ‘Nylon 6’ material making the holder more flexible
  • Temperature range -20°C to +80°C
  • 2 repositioned lugs instead of 3 to increase holder flexibility
 More Secure:
  • Additional cable tie attachment option at the bottom of the holder for extra security
  • Secure lug at the top to keep insert in place
  • Hole to cable tie insert to holder
The Insert
Easier to Read:
  • Clear to read
  • Clear warnings
  • Clear mandatory duties to follow
  • Initial inspection record now visible on front of insert rather than the reverse
  • Important information not hindered by lugs on the holder
More Space to Write:
  • 12 inspection slots rather than 11
  • More room to write information
  • Can record drawing reference number on the insert
  • Large area to include your own comments about the scaffold
More Secure:
  • Cable tie hole to secure insert to holder
 
For more information please visit the Scafftag website

Jason Gibbs “York Way, Kings Cross, London Staircase” Video Pt 2

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Jason Gibbs “York Way, Kings Cross, London Staircase” Video Pt 2
  Jason Gibbs Advanced Scaffolder Jason Gibbs has set up a You Tube Channel in the hope of sharing to the world his day to day experiences of working as a scaffolder. The series of videos gives you a first hand look into the world of a working scaffolder. Over the coming months you will see some of the great places he has worked and the sights he has seen from some of the tallest buildings in London.

httpv://youtu.be/y6lsIMYgl8o

Jason’s Comments: Part 2 Finishing off the Beamwork for the start of a 140ft high Tube and Fitting Staircase, with the start of the first lift being erected also… with another to be based later in the week on the same site thats 260ft high – which could be one of, if not the biggest Tube and Fitting Staircase in the world.

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PASMA allocates £150,000 to assist members and expand training

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PASMA allocates £150,000 to assist members and expand training
  It is now almost twelve months since PASMA, the trade association representing the mobile access tower industry in the UK and Ireland, published its much anticipated review into the comparative technical, operational and safety aspects of Through the Trap (3T) and Advance Guardrail (AGR) methods for assembling and dismantling mobile access towers. It concluded that both systems provide an acceptable safe method of work. Extraordinary General Meeting of Members     In that time the Association has acted promptly and decisively to implement the recommendations of the 20-page review, culminating in the decision this week at an Extraordinary General Meeting of Members to allocate £150,000 to assist approved training centres with the purchase of additional equipment.     In the wake of the review this will be used to meet the new requirement for enhanced AGR training to be delivered as an integral part of PASMA’s industry standard Towers for Users course. Following the review it is now mandatory for all PASMA approved training centres to provide practical, as well as theoretical, training in the use of both Advance Guardrail (AGR) and Through the Trap (3T) methods of assembling, altering and dismantling towers.     The decision to empower Council to make grants to members for the purchase of Advance Guardrail towers is the latest in a series of measures introduced by the Association following the publication of the review, which was carried out in collaboration with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and carries a foreword by the regulator.  CPD Seminars       From the outset, PASMA was determined to explain the implications and make clear that when used in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions and guidance, both systems offered an acceptable safe method of work, with AGR systems providing comprehensive fall protection, and the 3T system using conventional components to minimise the risk of a fall.     It therefore arranged a nationwide series of CPD seminars – compulsory for all PASMA instructors – to ensure that its instructors fully understood both the content and consequences of the review. These seminars provided knowledge and information about the latest developments in Advance Guardrail towers, with the focus on the latest generation of integral AGR products.     Towers for Users Course     Next, the Association introduced into its industry standard Towers for Users course, a mandatory section, both theoretical and practical, devoted to AGR towers. Importantly, attendees are now marked on their understanding of Advance Guardrail  towers in exactly the same way as 3T towers. Equal weight and content is given to both, and successful attendees leave with the skills and instruction necessary – and a certificate and photo card – to use the two methods safely and competently on site. AGRs for Towers for Users     Finally, the Association has recently launched a new training module – available nationally through its approved training centres – intended to supplement, but not replace, the Towers for Users course. This stand alone module focuses entirely on safety and best practice when using Advance Guardrail mobile access towers. It is specifically geared towards tower owners and users wishing to acquire a more in-depth understanding of AGR systems and techniques.     Comments PASMA’s managing director, Peter Bennett: “All these initiatives have been universally welcomed as positive steps towards raising the standard and scope of PASMA training. “Having said that, it has meant that PASMA training centres have been compelled to invest in additional equipment in order to comply with the new directives. Following the EGM, Council is now empowered to make grants to PASMA training centres to help mitigate the cost of upgrading tower equipment used for training. “      “In the current economic climate Council felt it was right and proper to assist members in this proactive, practical way. Trading conditions are demanding and this is a tangible way in which the Association can help and support its members to ensure that both systems are properly and equally represented in all aspects of the Association’s work.” Via: Press Release

Jason Gibbs “York Way, Kings Cross, London Staircase” Video

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Jason Gibbs “York Way, Kings Cross, London Staircase” Video
  Jason Gibbs Advanced Scaffolder Jason Gibbs has set up a You Tube Channel in the hope of sharing to the world his day to day experiences of working as a scaffolder. The series of videos gives you a first hand look into the world of a working scaffolder. Over the coming months you will see some of the great places he has worked and the sights he has seen from some of the tallest buildings in London.

httpv://youtu.be/JvHOKA8Vkz4

Jason’s Comments: Basing out and putting in the Beamwork for the start of a 140ft high Tube and Fitting Staircase… with another to be based later in the week on the same site thats 260ft high – which could be one of, if not the biggest Tube and Fitting Staircase in the world.

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Jason Gibbs “Newton prep. School, Battersea London” Video

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Jason Gibbs “Newton prep. School, Battersea London” Video
  Jason Gibbs Advanced Scaffolder Jason Gibbs has set up a You Tube Channel in the hope of sharing to the world his day to day experiences of working as a scaffolder. The series of videos gives you a first hand look into the world of a working scaffolder. Over the coming months you will see some of the great places he has worked and the sights he has seen from some of the tallest buildings in London.

httpv://youtu.be/hhEo2Ik-leo

Jason’s Comments: Just finished clearing the roof of spare materials and give myself a few minutes to capture a lovely view of London, from the south-side of the River. The sun was shining and i was right next to the world famous Battersea Powerstation.

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Jason Gibbs “Chadwell Heath Train Station” Video

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Jason Gibbs “Chadwell Heath Train Station” Video
  Jason Gibbs Advanced Scaffolder Jason Gibbs has set up a You Tube Channel in the hope of sharing to the world his day to day experiences of working as a scaffolder. The series of videos gives you a first hand look into the world of a working scaffolder. Over the coming months you will see some of the great places he has worked and the sights he has seen from some of the tallest buildings in London.

httpv://youtu.be/dCAhTDL5Zs4

Jason’s Comments: “Getting ready to strike one of the external lift shafts (theres 3 altogether), next to the track. It’d been raining heavy all night and at 2:00am we are already soaked through.”

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The World Of A Working Scaffolder Jason Gibbs “Views of London”

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The World Of A Working Scaffolder Jason Gibbs “Views of London”
  Jason Gibbs Advanced Scaffolder Jason Gibbs has set up a You Tube Channel in the hope of sharing to the world his day to day experiences of working as a scaffolder. The series of videos gives you a first hand look into the world of a working scaffolder. Over the coming months you will see some of the great places he has worked and the sights he has seen from some of the tallest buildings in London.

httpv://youtu.be/p3qFWhZhpzg

Jason’s Comments: “On the soon to be completed ‘Walkie Talkie’ building. Working on the Slipform, as it was still rising past the 30th odd floor i took a little panoramic view of London. My 2nd uploaded video – enjoy! :)”

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Pyeroy Wins Contract For North Sea Module Fabrication

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Pyeroy Wins Contract For North Sea Module Fabrication
  Industrial services company Pyeroy has won a contract – for an undisclosed sum – to provide access systems to Wilton Engineering Services Ltd. The Gateshead-based firm is providing specialised mobile and bespoke access units so that Wilton can construct a new compression module for an international energy company. The module is due for completion in March 2013. The access systems contract was secured by Pyeroy to support the fabrication of a 2200t module, which will accommodate one of the North Sea’s largest compressors. Upwards of 20 Pyeroy employees will be onsite at Wilton’s Port Clarence offshore base in Middlesbrough over the next 12 months providing and supporting the fabricators working on the 30m long structure. Pyeroy’s divisional director Jim Anderson said contracts like this and others from the other module fabricators within the area have reinforced the company’s presence in the offshore sector where customers require highly specialised access and scaffolding solutions. “Bespoke systems utilising the latest developments in scaffolding and alternative access systems will ensure we provide safe, high quality and added value solutions to Wilton Engineering,” he said. Via: khl.com

NSG Spends £500k On New System Scaffold

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NSG Spends £500k On New System Scaffold
  UK scaffold and industrial services company NSG UK has invested £500,000 in new Altrad scaffolding.  The Altrad Plettac Contur System scaffold, will replace all of NSG UK’s old system scaffolding stock. Mike Carr, NSG UK managing director, said: “This is the most modern system scaffolding available on the market and we are now one of only three firms in the UK to be using it. It is a big investment for us but we believe that this demonstrates our commitment and desire to build a reputation as the best scaffolding provider in the UK. “This also rationalises all of our stock, the Contur scaffolding is even more flexible and secure, allowing us to design better bespoke systems for our clients, whatever the size or shape of the building or facility.” “We are still able to design and erect ‘tube and fitting’ scaffolding where it is needed but the larger projects – particularly working at greater heights – are better suited to system scaffolding.” NSG was acquired by Montpelier France, based scaffold producer Altrad last June. Via: Virtikal.net

Harsco Is Hard At Work On Bridge Bearing Replacement Project

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Harsco Is Hard At Work On Bridge Bearing Replacement Project
  Harsco Infrastructure has revealed details of a £710,000 contract to provide a comprehensive access solution for a major refurbishment project being carried out on the famous Forth Road Bridge in Scotland. Harsco’s bespoke scaffolding solution is allowing work to be carried out to replace the large bearings which support each end of the structure, with no disruption to traffic using the bridge. Harsco was selected for this contract by Balfour Beatty, on the basis of its competitive tendering and the fact that the two companies have worked together on a large number of previous successful projects. “Despite its size we wanted to ensure we did not over complicate the project” comments Harsco Sales Director, Tony Knight. “Although we frequently design and produce new products to satisfy individual project requirements, this contract demonstrates our ability to design and construct a bespoke solution for a complex project, primarily using standard products from our range.” The bridge spans the Firth of Forth and connects Edinburgh with Fife. While its centre section is suspended from cables, the approach sections which link this to either side of the Firth rest on large bearings that sit on top of concrete piers. These bearings allow the approach decks to move in response to traffic loading and temperature changes, and it is these that are being replaced. “This involves the workforce having access to some of the more remote areas of the bridge structure and so our aim was to create a solution which would provide this, whilst still ensuring complete safety,” adds Tony Knight. The project is expected to be complete in the summer of 2012.  
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