Scaffolding is a must for a wide range of construction projects. Getting scaffolding equipment for your project includes answering questions about project scale, budget and transportation, as well as overall job safety. Project managers need to work with suppliers or service agents to make sure the setup and installation is done correctly. Nowadays, you can get a large part of that process done online.
Project managers use scaffolding equipment:
1. To securely work on the exterior of a building.
2. To provide special access to interior areas for working on drywall, lighting fixtures and other construction projects.
3. For maintenance and cleaning an area.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Find scaffolding for sale online
Online vendors can provide specialized pieces of scaffold equipment for your project. Browse product pages for the sections you need, then arrange for shipping.
I recommend: Industrial Ladder and Supply company sells various scaffolding supplies including the "Bil-Jax" scaffolding equipment line. The scaffold supplier
New England Scaffolding covers sales and rental, as well as additional information about how to erect scaffolding equipment at your site.
Locate rental companies near you
Rental agents can assist you in ordering scaffolding equipment; many places can also help consult on how to properly erect the stuff for safety considerations.
I recommend: Try
United Access for scaffolding rentals in the Texas area. Another source of rentals is the searchable directory at
Rentalsite.
Find extra consulting solutions for construction scaffolding
Whether it's OSHA questions, setup or other concerns, consultants can help you figure out any problems with your scaffolding equipment. Safety is a fundamental that you can get help with through the offices of experienced scaffolding experts.
I recommend: The people at the
Scaffolding Training Institute offer advice on all kinds of scaffolding issues from setup and use to fall control. Or try the offices of
Safety Through Engineering.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- One big hurdle in getting your scaffolding equipment is making sure you have the resources to get it off of the supply trucks and onto your site. Make sure you clear this detail with the transport agents and have people on hand to help unload and set up your scaffolding equipment and scaffolding supplies.
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