Blog about Scaffolds
[07/06/2010] Foundations and ties
The scaffold foundations are essential part of the whole structure since they carry most of the load and must provide stability to the scaffolding; their type depends on the type of the terrain that the scaffold is built on. If the scaffold is constructed on concrete, then the scaffold base plates are not necessary, but they are always recommended since they provide increased stability to the whole structure.
While on tarmac or pavement, the base plates are necessary, and on soft surfaces sole boards are used. The sole boards prevent the standards with plates to actually penetrate the surface and thus cause the whole structure to collapse; they are typically wooden, 35mm thick and at least 1000cm2. Other requirements for these boards are that they should not present trip hazards and must be placed at right angle to the scaffold. Uneven surface or heavy duty scaffolding requires even different elements and thicker sole boards or boards made of material other than wood.
Ties are another important element of the scaffolds – they are the ways that the structure connects to the building that it is built around; these ties are also subject to various standards that are in place to ensure stability and safety. As a rule, half of the scaffold ties must be 2-way (positive) ties that prevent movement to or from the building; all ties must be fixed to strong building features and connect to the scaffolds with load baring, right-angle couplers.
Other articles from this category:
[07/06/2010] Scaffolding
[07/06/2010] Materials used in scaffolding
[07/06/2010] Basic scaffolding
[25/04/2011] Some Important yet Simple Scaffold Safety Tips
[25/04/2011] The Advantage of Purchasing Scaffold Towers for Home
[25/04/2011] Some Simple Tips To Buy Scaffolds
[25/04/2011] Simple Tips to Purchase Cheap Scaffolds
[25/04/2011] Some Simple Tips To Prevent Fall from Scaffold
