Masonry Magazine August 2011 Page. 22
MAST CLIMBERS
The training they need to keep them safe and avoid any accidents.
Masonry: What were common questions mason contractors had about mast climbers back in the 1990s, compared to 2010?
Gordon: Regarding the 1990s, I was asked, "How much weight can I put on it? You want how much for it? Are you crazy?"
Regarding 2010, I was asked, "Can you have it here tomorrow? Because two other guys can, and they're not charging for delivery." After visiting numerous masonry jobsites this summer, one thing was clear: Mason contractors love mast climbing work platforms. Face-to-face conversations with masonry companies have allowed us to dig deeper into the reasons why MCWPs are a more promising choice in the world of masonry.
Mast climbing work platforms were described as extremely efficient, ergonomic, productive, easy to install and user-friendly, not to mention they provided an increase in competitive edge for the mason contractor. We were happy to see the immense progress MCWPs were able to offer many projects.
In The News
Hydro Mobile Expands Distribution Network
Hydro Mobile is partnering with Leppo Equipment, which will serve Michigan and Ohio, and Colorado Scaffolding Equipment, which will cover Colorado. Leppo Equipment, founded in 1945 in Akron, Ohio, has six full-service locations serving Ohio and Michigan. Leppo's branches are located in Tallmadge, Canton, Youngstown, Wooster, Elyria and Bedford Heights, all in Ohio. Leppo Equipment offers a complete range of construction equipment and services.
Partnering with Colorado Scaffolding Equipment insures product availability and quality service in the area. Colorado Scaffolding has been active in the scaffold and mast climbing work platform business for more than 33 years, and has an extensive knowledge of products and services.
Hydro Mobile boasts an extensive distribution network and, through its 25 partnerships, offers sales, rental, training, maintenance and technical support locally. For more information on Hydro Mobile, call 888-484-9376; Leppo Equipment, call 330-760-0741; and Colorado Scaffolding, call 303-287-3333. IMAS
Mason contractors love mast climbing work platforms.
Regardless of the site specifics, MCWPs significantly enhance any project's profile. While increasing productivity and enhancing efficiency, MCWPs certainly are a smart choice for any masonry application. Without a doubt, mast climbers offer you the height of performance. IMAS
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