Italian scaffolding manufacturer Pilosio has entered the North American market through a strategic partnership with U.S.-based access solutions firm Sky Climber.
The agreement will see Sky Climber exclusively distribute Pilosio’s patented FlyDeck suspended platform system across its 10 locations in North America. The partnership marks Pilosio’s first major move into the U.S. and Canadian construction sectors, extending its reach beyond Europe and the Middle East.
The deal was signed at Pilosio’s headquarters in Tavagnacco, Italy, by Pilosio President Nereo Parisotto and Sky Climber CEO Kelly Winkler. Also present were senior executives from both companies, including representatives from Pilosio’s UK, UAE, and Asia divisions.
FlyDeck is a modular suspended structure designed to provide safe and efficient horizontal access for maintenance and construction work. While Sky Climber has traditionally focused on vertical access systems, the addition of FlyDeck expands its offering to include horizontal suspended platforms. The system is expected to serve growing demand in sectors such as infrastructure and data centre maintenance.
As part of the agreement, the two companies will also offer a full-service package including equipment rental, sales, technical support, and training — services Pilosio has developed over time in Europe.
Sky Climber CEO Kelly Winkler said the partnership was “a strategic step forward,” describing Pilosio’s FlyDeck system as a response to “the needs of the field” and a product that sets a new standard in suspended access.
Pilosio UK’s Business Development Manager, Francesca Fuser, who helped broker the deal, noted that early site visits and product demonstrations played a key role in securing the partnership.
“This culminated in the signing of a significant Italian-American partnership,” she said. “It’s a milestone achieved in a challenging global climate, highlighting the importance of quality and professionalism.”
The FlyDeck system was recently showcased on a project beneath the A13 bridge over Italy’s Po River, where it was used in combination with a specialist waste containment setup designed for environmental protection.
Pilosio’s move into the U.S. market follows its recent growth in the Middle East and Asia. For Sky Climber, the collaboration enhances its product portfolio and allows the company to meet rising demand for versatile suspended access systems.
Both companies have positioned the agreement as a long-term alliance aimed at improving jobsite safety and efficiency across North America’s construction and industrial sectors.
