Scaffolding has been used in some form or another for thousands of years in almost all the biggest construction works of human history. It is a reliable way of accessing and creating tall, free-standing structures, but it is also used for many other reasons. Scaffolding is not just the large, winding attachments you see on the outside of new buildings. It has many different applications that can help during renovations, during brand-new construction and even sometimes during a demolition. Here are three types of scaffolding you might not have heard about that are still very useful.
Jack Posts
Jack posts are an essential part of scaffolding, as they allow for temporary support of ceilings and other features while you complete construction work around them. That means if you need to alter the traditional supports or in any way change the structural conditions of a building, jack posts allow you to do so with confidence. They are very simple to set up with their eponymous jack screw and are very cheap to rent or buy. Every construction business needs a healthy supply of jack posts at all times to ensure that they can complete any task they need to without fear of the roof caving in.
Roof Protection
If you are doing any work on your roof, from solar panel installation to repointing your roof tiles, then it is always best to have some form of protection against slips, falls and accidents. Roof protection is a form of scaffolding that is applied to the outer border of the roof to ensure you cannot accidentally fall off. Roof protection has saved many lives over the years, and in some cases, it may be required, depending on the length and complexity of a job. Roof protection can also help protect your tools and materials from slipping down the side of the building as well.
Temporary Bridge
Bridge scaffolding is a simple way to connect two areas separated by a decline, barrier or uneven ground during a construction project. When you need to streamline your work, a bridge can be the difference between the project taking a few weeks to just one or two. They are easy to set up, use many of the same components as regular scaffolding and have easily accessible ramps and gangway. They are rarer to see on construction sites, but when they are needed, they are incredibly valuable and can have a tremendous impact on the quality and efficiency of the finished product.
