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Revscaff backs new scaffolding division with seven-figure Layher investment

Revscaff Safety Systems has made a seven-figure investment in Layher equipment as the East Yorkshire business builds a new scaffolding operation alongside its established safety systems companies.

Scaffolding rises to fourth in OSHA’s most-cited safety standards

Scaffolding has moved from sixth to fourth in OSHA’s latest ranking of the most commonly cited workplace safety standards in the US, with 1,725 violations recorded in preliminary FY2026 figures.

ITP launches flame-retardant shrink wrap for scaffold containment

Powerclad FR Tite is designed for temporary containment and weather protection, with ITP citing EN ISO 11925 testing and Warringtonfire TS 62 certification.

HMRC files winding-up petition against JECS Offshore Scaffolding

Offshore wind scaffolding specialist JECS Offshore Scaffolding is facing a winding-up petition brought by HM Revenue & Customs, with a High Court hearing listed for 23 September.

Eight firms selected for £207m scaffolding framework

Eight scaffolding contractors have been selected for EEM’s new framework, which has an estimated potential value of £207.24m across England and Wales.

Australia launches national review of scaffolding skills and training

A new national survey will gather evidence on how Australian scaffolders are recruited, trained and developed as the industry considers future qualifications and career pathways.

£450k Wandsworth Mills scaffolding package set for tender

Berkeley Group is preparing to tender a £450,000 scaffolding package at Wandsworth Mills in south-west London, with bids due in November.

New scaffolding festival announced for summer 2027

ScaffFest 2027 will bring international scaffolding championships, a trade exhibition and family entertainment to NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire next July, Scaffmag can exclusively reveal.

NASC adds 1.5m lifts and returns to TG20 ePortal

NASC has updated TG20 in its ePortal to include 1.5m lift heights and scaffold returns, following feedback from users across the industry.

Lighthouse Charity launches £200,000 appeal as demand for support rises

The construction charity is asking the industry to help fund its services this winter after a 51% rise in families seeking support.

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