Steel scaffolding is similar to mason scaffolding. It consist of steel tubes instead of wooden members. In such scaffolding, standards are placed at a space of 3m and are connected with the help of steel tube ledgers at a vertical interval of 1.8m.
Steel scaffolding consist of:
- Steel tubes 1.5 inch to 2.5 inch diameter.
- Coupler or clamps to hold pipe in different positions.
- Prop nuts to hold single pipe.
- Bolts, nuts and washers.
- Wedge and Clips.
Advantages of Steel scaffolding:
- Can be used for larger heights.
- Durable and Strong.
- Can be assembled easily.
- Higher fire resistance.
Disadvantages of Steel scaffolding:
- Higher initial cost.
- Skilled labor is required.
- Periodical painting is necessary.
Post time: Mar-17-2022