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Scaffolding industry set for landmark gathering at ScaffEx25

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The scaffolding industry’s only dedicated trade exhibition opens its doors in Manchester tomorrow, promising the biggest showcase of innovation the sector has ever seen.

Organisers have been busy preparing Manchester Central over the past few days, building exhibitor stands and setting up new interactive features. More than 2,200 visitors have already registered to attend, with over 900 tickets sold for the Scaffolding Excellence Awards.

The September showcase is set to be the largest gathering of the scaffolding and access industry in the UK, if not the world.

The Future of Scaffolding

 

This year’s theme is The Future of Scaffolding. The expo will be at least 15 times bigger than its 2024 debut, with complex stands, new pavilions and live demonstrations across two days.

Among the new attractions are the Training Pavilion, where CISRS-accredited centres will showcase their work; the Careers Hub, offering VR scaffold tours and career resources; and the exclusive Black Hat Lounge for invited industry leaders.

A fully booked Demo Zone will also provide hands-on demonstrations throughout the event.

The Demo Zone is expected to be one of the most popular features, with launches including Layher’s new SIM2FIELD XR app for 3D and AR scaffold planning, Pilosio’s FlyDeck suspended access system, Staht’s digital pull tester with app integration, and SMART Scaffolder’s AI-powered digital forms.

Other demonstrations will highlight the G-DECK platform access system and Leach’s BIGBEN SuperHoard, a recyclable PVC hoarding solution.

Conference and celebrations

Alongside the demonstrations, the conference programme will explore the future of business, safety, innovation, training and procurement. The two-day event also features exhibitor drinks, the NASC’s 80th anniversary celebration and the prestigious Scaffolding Excellence Awards on Friday evening.

ScaffEx25 is free to attend and doors open at 10am on Thursday 11 September.

Claim your free pass at: https://nasc.org.uk/product/scaffex25-conference-pass/

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