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prads  
#1 Posted : 09 October 2010 05:26:50(UTC)
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prads

Is there any height restrictions on erecting independant tied scaffolds? I mean any maximum height recommended. Regards, Prads
simonmillward  
#2 Posted : 09 October 2010 13:42:41(UTC)
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simonmillward

There are no height restrictions in a sense, but as the height and width expand the tie in configortaion is greater, the best source of guidnace is NASC TG20:08
Darach  
#3 Posted : 10 October 2010 15:48:03(UTC)
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Darach

If a system scaffold is in use, then refer to the manufacturers specs.,otherwise TG:20 for technical guidance.
boblewis  
#4 Posted : 10 October 2010 19:16:08(UTC)
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boblewis

System scaffolds must comply with BS EN 12811 from which manufacturers design their equipment Bob
scaffolder  
#5 Posted : 14 October 2010 00:58:03(UTC)
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scaffolder

prads wrote:
Is there any height restrictions on erecting independant tied scaffolds? I mean any maximum height recommended. Regards, Prads
The calculations on which TG20:08, for tube and fitting scaffolds, is based allow for a maximum height of 50m, dependent on scaffold configuration (width, tie patterm, boarded lifts, etc.) and wind speed at a particular location in the UK. You would have to check whether wind speeds in the middle east are comparable before relying on TG20. System scaffolds depend on the manufacturers user guide. I've no doubt that specific versions for the middle east exist, but in the UK most of the guides allow for 30m maximum. However, if you get a job specific design carried out, the maximum height can be much greater by using smaller bay sizes and more ties.
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