Cantilever Scaffolding

Slopes, dips, or uneven terrain pose no problem for cantilever systems. They cleverly "bridge the gap" by anchoring directly to the building itself, eliminating the need for traditional scaffolding bases.

Driveways, landscaping features, or existing structures can create a real obstacle course for conventional scaffolding towers. Cantilever scaffolds simply bypass these ground-level hurdles, extending outwards from the building to provide a safe horizontal work platform regardless of what's below.

Need access to areas on the opposite side of a building where setting up regular scaffolding is impractical? The horizontal reach allows you to create work platforms directly across from the building, granting easy access to those previously difficult-to-reach zones.

In short, a cantilevered scaffolding structure offers unparalleled flexibility and adaptability when faced with access limitations. It eliminates the need to work around ground-based obstacles, allowing you to focus on getting the job done safely and efficiently.

• Main Frame - This robust structure securely attaches to the building, providing the primary anchor point for the entire cantilever system.
• Cantilever Beam - This horizontal beam acts as the backbone of the work platform, extending outwards from the main frame. Imagine it as an outstretched arm reaching out from the building.
• Needle Beams (Optional) - In some configurations, additional needle beams are used. These beams project inwards from the building wall, providing extra support and overall stability for the free end of the cantilever beam, further enhancing the load-bearing capacity of the platform.

• Secure Anchorage - The main frame is firmly connected to the building using high-strength fixings specifically designed for cantilever scaffold loads. This ensures a solid and stable connection and prevents frame separation from the structure.
• Sturdy Stabilisers - Diagonal braces and outriggers are employed to provide additional stability and prevent the scaffold from swaying or tipping. These stabilisers act like guy ropes, distributing the weight evenly and counteracting any forces that could compromise the scaffold's balance.
• Interlocking Clips - The individual components of the scaffold are connected using secure interlocking clips. These clips ensure a positive connection, preventing accidental dislodgement and guaranteeing the integrity of the entire structure.
• Edge Protection - Standard safety features like guardrails with mid-rails and toe boards are incorporated into the platform design. Guardrails prevent falls from the platform, while toe boards stop tools and materials from rolling off and potentially injuring workers below.

• Regular Inspection: Thorough inspections of the entire scaffold system are conducted before, during, and after use. This ensures that all components are in good condition, all connections are secure, and the platform remains safe for workers.
• Safe Working Load Limits: Cantilever scaffolds are designed with specific weight limitations. The platform can only safely support a designated maximum load, and this capacity should never be exceeded.
• Worker Training: Proper training for workers on how to safely use and navigate cantilever scaffolds is crucial. Understanding assembly procedures, weight restrictions, and fall protection protocols ensures everyone's safety on the job site.

By combining a robust structure with meticulous safety features, cantilever scaffolding offers a dependable and secure platform for construction and maintenance tasks in hard-to-reach areas. With our expertise, coupled with high-quality materials, you get maximum protection for yourself and/or your employees or contractors.

• Cladding Repairs - Cantilever scaffolding provides safe and secure access to building facades for repairs, cleaning, or repainting of cladding materials.
• Window Installation - Their horizontal reach makes them ideal for installing or replacing windows on high-rise buildings, eliminating the need for complex conventional scaffolding configurations.
• Roof Work - Cantilever systems offer a stable platform for roof inspections, repairs, or maintenance tasks, especially on buildings with limited ground access.
• Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance - For buildings with high eaves or complex rooflines, cantilever scaffold provides a safe and efficient way to access gutters for cleaning or repairs.
• Stonework Restoration - Restoration work on historic buildings or intricate stonework facades often benefits from the flexibility of cantilever scaffold, allowing for precise access to specific areas.

• Bridge Inspections - Cantilever platforms offer a safe and secure way for inspectors to access the underside of bridges for routine inspections or damage assessment.
• Bridge Repairs - When repairs are needed on bridge beams, soffits, or piers, cantilevered scaffolding provides a stable work platform for workers without obstructing traffic flow below.

• Chimney Stacks - A cantilever tower can be configured to reach tall chimney stacks for maintenance work, inspections, or flue cleaning.
• Stadium Maintenance - For repairs or maintenance on high sections of stadiums, such as lighting rigs or roof structures, cantilever scaffold can provide a safe and practical access solution.
• Building Extensions - When constructing extensions on existing buildings, cantilever scaffold can provide access to the upper sections of the existing structure.

Overall, cantilever scaffolding offers a valuable solution for construction and maintenance projects in the UK that require access to:

• Difficult-to-reach areas on the exterior of buildings.
• Locations with limited ground access due to uneven terrain, existing structures, or landscaping features.
• High-rise structures where traditional scaffolding might be impractical or cost-prohibitive.

By providing a safe and adaptable work platform, cantilever scaffolding helps to improve efficiency, reduce project timelines, and most importantly, ensures the safety of workers on challenging construction and maintenance projects.