Ad
Thursday, September 25, 2025
17.7 C
London

The Voice of Scaffolding Since 2008  U.K. Edition

Skill Scaffolding and Layher Conquers Complex Challenges at Dolphin Quays

- Advertisement -

Utilising Layher’s world-renowned Allround System, Southampton-based Skill Scaffolding has successfully provided access to all external elevations of Dolphin Quays in Poole, Dorset.

The project, commissioned by main contractors GPF Lewis, aimed to facilitate investigative, remedial, and recladding works to the building complex’s upper levels, rooftops, and balconies.

The Dolphin Quays project marked Skill Scaffolding’s first foray into system scaffolding, and they chose to invest in the Layher Allround System to tackle the challenging requirements of the site. James Wall, Business Development Manager at Skill Scaffolding, describes the project as “a deep-end dive into system scaffold”, given the building’s undulating elevations, roofs, and practically inaccessible crevices.

Dolphin Quays is a prime waterfront location overlooking Poole Harbour in Dorset. The development boasts 104 high-end apartments and a variety of shops and restaurants at street-level and lower podium levels. However, despite being completed relatively recently in 2004, the lack of existing drawings posed significant engineering challenges from the outset for Skill.

Utilising Layher's world-renowned Allround System, Southampton-based Skill Scaffolding has successfully provided access to all external elevations of Dolphin Quays in Poole, Dorset.

To overcome this issue, the company collaborated closely with Layher UK’s expert design team, conducting multiple site visits to capture all the necessary details for bespoke designs that met the needs of all parties involved.

According to Wall, the Layher Allround System proved to be “capable, adaptable, and flexible” throughout the project. The scaffolding had to accommodate multiple public staircases, various podiums, and heavy public foot traffic around busy shop fronts, quayside cafés, and restaurants. Skill Scaffolding focused on minimising public interface and disruption during the height of summer when the quayside is at its busiest.

Utilising Layher's world-renowned Allround System, Southampton-based Skill Scaffolding has successfully provided access to all external elevations of Dolphin Quays in Poole, Dorset.

The project’s location and varying height podiums presented further challenges, especially regarding material transportation. Skill Scaffolding had to organise on-site kit-specific deliveries and early morning crane lifts, working in collaboration with the local Poole Harbour Master to prevent disruptions.

In conclusion, Skill Scaffolding’s first experience with system scaffold was not only rewarding but also demonstrated the effectiveness and adaptability of the Layher Allround System. The successful completion of the Dolphin Quays project has paved the way for other innovative scaffolding solutions by Skill Scaffolding, Layher UK and the wider construction industry.

Sean Pike, Managing Director of Layher Ltd, UK, said: “After several meetings with the Skill leadership team and a site trial we were delighted and very excited that Skill trusted us and chose our equipment for their business.  Working closely from the outset both teams worked in strategic partnership on this tricky first job to ensure it was the success that it is.”   

- Advertisement -

Popular Categories

Latest Magazine

Most Read This Week

Scaffolding work pipeline shrinks as construction starts drop 22%

Construction project starts have collapsed 22% with contract awards...

AT-PAC accelerates European expansion with strategic German launch

Scaffolding specialist establishes key operations in Germany as part...

Scaffolding industry celebrates at Manchester awards night

The UK scaffolding and access industry gathered in Manchester...

ScaffEx25 sets new attendance record in Manchester

ScaffEx25 has smashed previous records, drawing nearly 2,400 visitors...

Scottish scaffolding apprentices to compete at ScaffChamp 2026

A team of young scaffolders from Scotland and Northern...

Related Articles

Game changing UK-First in Scaffolding Innovation under the Forth Road Bridge 

Layher pioneers its advanced cantilever technique with Hardrock Scaffolding using Layher’s Under-Deck Flex Beam  A colossal scaffolding project is underway beneath the iconic Forth Road Bridge, where West Lothian-based Hardrock Scaffolding Ltd is delivering...
- Advertisements -

Latest Topics

Scaffolders voted UK’s toughest trade

Scaffolders have been crowned the UK’s toughest trade by...

Company fined after worker dies in six-foot scaffold fall

A Lancashire sign-fitting company and its director have been...

ScaffEx25 sets new attendance record in Manchester

ScaffEx25 has smashed previous records, drawing nearly 2,400 visitors...

Scaffolding makes historic debut at WorldSkills Ireland 2025

Young scaffolders showcase their expertise as the trade is...
- Advertisement -