Masonry Magazine May 2006 Page. 38
Scaffolding
By Brett Martin
Accessorize Scaffolding
New accessories make the most of scaffolding
Scaffolding is an indispensable tool on masonry projects, but it has its limitations. It can be difficult to haul, set up and move, and it doesn't always offer optimum access and efficiency. That's where accessories prove their worth. They can increase the benefits of scaffolding, helping mason contractors improve safety, increase production and save money.
While some accessories are not brand new, there's a new interest in them, particularly those dealing with safety, said Charles Dewey, vice president, scaffolding and erection services, for Waco Scaffolding & Equipment in Cleveland.
"A lot of the accessories have been available for a long time, but masons are becoming more safety conscious, which is driving the interest," Dewey said. "There is a new interest on their part from a safety standpoint."
As a result, accessories such as guardrails are garnering more attention. "We're seeing more and more use of these types of products," Dewey said. "Now that the guys have used them and liked them, they want to use them."