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Issue 19 features the very latest news, projects, views and insight from the scaffolding industry.
Editors Note
Welcome to issue 19 of Scaffmag, your comprehensive guide to the extraordinary and ever-evolving world of scaffolding and construction.
In this issue, we are privileged to share some remarkable stories of innovation, resilience, and societal impact from the scaffolding industry. The scaffolding world never fails to amaze us with its capacity to push boundaries, foster change, and shape the future of our cities and societies.
Our cover story features a grand feat of engineering – the restoration of London’s iconic Queen’s Tower. An unprecedented collaboration between JDC Scaffolding Ltd, RDG Engineering, and Russell Cawberry Ltd. has given rise to an extraordinary testament to the remarkable capabilities of modern scaffolding. It’s a story of heritage meeting innovation, and you won’t want to miss it on page 64.
This issue also shines a spotlight on the incredible societal contributions of our industry. On page 18, our in-depth Q&A with Henry Annafi explores the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation’s (NASC) Returning Citizens campaign, a ground-breaking initiative giving former prison inmates the opportunity to rebuild their lives through scaffolding training and job placements.
We also bring you an exclusive interview with Des Moore on page 41, a stalwart of the scaffolding industry. As he steps down as CEO of the TRAD Group after a commendable 30-year tenure, we reflect on his extraordinary journey from a young scaffolder to leading one of the industry’s top companies.
In our people section, we introduce you to Isaac Morrison, a former scaffolder who’s making waves with his new podcast. An exclusive interview on page 23 explores what inspired this transition and how he aims to bring the construction community closer together through this medium.
In addition to these captivating stories, this issue is packed with more interviews, project features, mental health stories, equipment reviews, and so much more. It’s a testament to the vibrant and diverse world of scaffolding.
As we put this issue together, we’re reminded of the importance of every story we tell. These are stories of transformation, perseverance, and resilience that deserve to be heard, shared, and celebrated.
My heartfelt thanks to our dedicated team, our contributors, advertisers, and you, our readers. Your unwavering support and enthusiasm are what make Scaffmag possible. We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we’ve enjoyed creating it.
Happy reading, and stay safe!
Daniel Norton – Editor
