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convenient solution, Fortin says. "A lot of masons really like our guardrail."
Adapt the scaffolding to any configuration
ALTHOUGH MAST CLIMBING scaffolding is becoming increasingly popular within the masonry industry, adjustable scaffolding still has its advantages. EZ Scaffold's Bridges says that, compared to mast climbers, his company's crank-up scaffold offers "more linear footage for the money, which means a lot right now, while still getting a tremendous increase in production."
Crank-up scaffolding also fits in tight spaces and can be used on buildings with a lot of short walls, Bridges says. "[Crank-up systems are more versatile than mast climbers. You can use them anywhere. The more cut up a job is, the better."
Cantu says the biggest advantage of frame- or system-type scaffolding is the multiple deck areas.
"The majority of mast climbers can only be assembled to have one or two multiple-tiered deck levels," Cantu says. "Though most masons only work on one deck level at a time, and then move the decking as needed, multiple deck levels are often needed for renovation and restoration work."
In addition, system-type scaffolding can be assembled to fit almost any building shape and hold the heavy weight of brick or stone, he says.
"System-type scaffolding such as the bladelock or ring systems can adapt to different configuration, and the capacity is higher than standard frame scaffolding," he says. "Utilizing metal grating on this type of scaffolding will accommodate the weight of large cap stones." IMAS
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