Scaffolding/ Staging Introduction:
Before discussing types of Scaffolding and their uses let’s first understand what is. Scaffolding is very important for the construction industry. It provides access and safety to workers and materials working at heights during the construction of large buildings and bridges. It is used for repair and maintenance of buildings. Generally, a scaffolding system involves steel pipes and clumps. A very strong structure/Frame of Scaffolding is made by Coupling or clipping these steel pipes. On these structures, workers stand to work at heights and carry the required material along with them like Paint, Plaster, or Equipment which they require to carry out the given job. Scaffolding Platform is also used to make a walking platform to transfer material from one place to another. These are self-standing frames with a heavy load-bearing capacity. Heavy load of men and material is put on these self-standing and stable working platforms.
Need for Various types of scaffolding & its uses in Chandigarh:
- Construction and Maintenance: Chandigarh is witnessing high growth in construction-related activities. Scaffolding is an essential component for providing a safe working platform to carry on these construction and maintenance activities.
- Repair and renovation: There is a never-ending demand for scaffolding in Chandigarh for the renovation, repair, and restoration of old buildings. Scaffolding is required in each of these activities on a daily basis.
- Expansion of City: Chandigarh is witnessing rapid urban expansion. Scaffolding is required for the construction of new projects, hospitals, and bridges.
- Flats/High-Rise Buildings: Chandigarh has a high demand for housing giving a push to the construction of high-rise buildings. Scaffolding is vital for the construction of these buildings.
- Infrastructure projects: Chandigarh is placing a high demand for scaffolding for the construction of Roads, Highways, and Railway Projects.
- Heritage Preservation: Chandigarh has many heritage buildings which raise demand for scaffolding in their maintenance and repair from time to time.
In Conclusion, the need for scaffolding in Chandigarh is driven by the growing construction and maintenance of buildings, hospitals, and other projects. Scaffolding is always required for the safety of workers, to ensure quality of construction and the preservation of the heritage of Chandigarh.
Various Types of Scaffolding Systems:
There are various types of scaffolding systems used worldwide. One has to choose among them as per his needs regarding safety, load-bearing capacity, and durability of the Scaffolds. Customers have also to keep in mind the budget that they want to allocate.
Here are the commonly used Types of Scaffolding & their uses.
- Cuplocks System
- Frame Scaffolding System
- Props
- Ring lock system
- Tabular Scaffolding System
Cuplocks System :
Couplocks are a widely used system of scaffolding in India. Cuplocks systems are made of Verticals/Standards and Horizontal/Ledgers. Standards is used vertically and it has locks attached at a distance of 500 mm. Ledgers are put into these locks of Standards and locked by using a hammer. A very strong platform of Scaffolding is made using these Verticals and Ledgers in this way. These platforms can be used for internal and external construction and maintenance-related activities.
1. Standards
Standards are used as a Vertical Part of Scaffolding Frames2. Ledgers
2. ledgers:
are Horizontal Parts of the System with two ledger blades at both ends which are placed into locks of Standards and then fastened with a hammer.
3. Joint Pins
Joint pins are attached to join to standards vertically.
4. Base Jacks
Base Jacks make a solid base for the Scaffolding Frame.
5. U- Head Jacks
U-Heads are placed on top of standards to act as a base for C –Channels which are placed on it.
Common Uses:
- Construction
- Repair & maintenance
- Painting activities
Advantages of the Cuplock System of Scaffolding:
- This system is very durable
- Easy to Assemble
- Easy to transport
- Require less maintenance
Frame Scaffolding System :
Frame Types of Scaffolding & its Uses are widely acknowledged worldwide. This Scaffolding system is very easy to install and dismantle the same. Even unskilled workers can assemble and de-assemble these frames. Wheels can be fixed at the base of these frames and after that, these frames can be easily moved from one place to another place.
Common Uses:
- Suitable for projects with high complexity
- Suitable for Bridge Construction
- Big Industrial Projects
Advantages of These Scaffolding Systems:
- Easy to Set Up
- Ideal for reaching greater heights
- Good Stability
- Can be used for both External and Internal Activities
Props :
Telescopic props and Shoring Props are widely used in staging worldwide. Props are used in all types of construction activities for supporting Shuttering Plates, Formwork, Beams, and Walls during the casting process. Props can be used as numbers for every kind of activity wherever vertically adjustable load bearing is required. Props are easy to install thus facilitating speed in construction activities. They are self-cleaning devices so they do not require much maintenance and are very easy to transport from one place to another. Props are either galvanized or Painted. We used top quality 60 OD branded pipes of make like Apollo, Jindal, and Surya pipes. The quality of the pipe itself and the technique used for threading make the prop long-lasting. Threading is done using a Hydraulic Thread Rolling Machine. Slotting in inner pipes of 48 OD is done very precisely to bring uniformity. A very high-quality Prop Nut is procured from our trusted vendors to make props more durable.
Ring Lock System :
It is one of the forms of a Modular Scaffolding System. Ring lock System is known for its speed of erection and dismantling. Only a few components are used to make a complete and efficient work structure. Heavy load-bearing capacity, easy installation, and the safety of men and material are a few features that differentiate this system from other similar scaffolding systems. Strong connections from all sides with built-in safety features help to make a very strong structure. Our Ring lock systems in India are manufactured using high-grade materials and accessories. Our Customers spread over various parts of Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Ambala, Karnal, other parts of Haryana, and Punjab demand Ring Lock System from our company. This scaffolding system is widely used in building construction, Heavy bridge construction, and all types of repair and maintenance work.
Components of Ring Lock System
1. Ring Lock Verticals
Verticals/Standards are a standing part of this system. When further height is required additional standard is attached to the standard using Joint Pins (Spigot). Locks are fixed at regular intervals of 500mm. Horizontals are attached to these locks to make the structure. Distance between two locks can be customized according to the needs of customers.
2. Ledgers
Ledgers are horizontal portions of the Ring Lock System of Scaffolding. These Ledgers are tied up with locks of standards to make a strong structure.
3. Diagonal Brace
Diagonal Braces are used to provide diagonal support to the structure.
4. Base Jacks
Base jacks are used to provide a strong base to this system. Hollow Base Jacks or Solid Base jacks are normally used.
5. Steel Planks
These are used to make a walkway to transfer material from one place to another.
Tabular Types of Scaffolding and Its Uses:
Tabular Scaffolding System of Scaffolding System offers can used for various purposes to support men and material at different heights. Horizontal tubes are connected to vertical pipes through the use of Couplers. Two types of Couplers namely Right Angle Couplers and Swivel Couplers are used. Right Angle Couplers: These are used to fix horizontal pipes with vertical pipes. Mainly galvanized aluminium and Steel pipes are used which are tied with couplers Swivel Couplers: Diagonal pies are fixed using Swivel Couplers. This Tabular Scaffolding system offers greater flexibility in its use. Platforms for any kind of structure can be made using this system. The components used in this system are lightweight. Different sizes of pipes can be used according to the requirements of the project.
Benefits of Using Tabular Scaffolding System:
- This system of scaffolding is very easy to install and de-install.
- The components of the Tabular Scaffolding System are very lightweight.
- Galvanized steel tubes are very resilient and can be used for longer time spans.
- This system of scaffolding can be used to make platforms inside or outside almost any kind of building.
Components of Tabular Scaffolding System
1. Steel Tubes :
Different lengths of galvanized steel or aluminum tubes are used for this system.
2. Right angle Couplers :
Vertical pipes and Horizontal pipes are connected using these couplers.
3. Swivel couplers:
These swivel couplers are used to connect pipes at any degree of angle.
In Summary, Types of Scaffolding & its uses have to be analyzed before selecting one. Types of Scaffolding systems should be chosen after considering various requirements of projects like load-bearing capacity, ease of assembly safety regulations, etc. The most suitable type of Scaffolding should be used for projects to ensure the successful and timely completion of project and maintenance activities.
