Beaming with pride over iconic bridge role

LAYHER has revealed that the company’s FlexBeam system is ‘central’ to major maintenance work being undertaken on the iconic Forth Road Bridge. The solution...
Andrew Lawson takes on the post of Layher area sales manager

Andrew Lawson to lead area sales at Layher

LAYHER has announced an appointment to further develop its business in Scotland and Ireland. Andrew Lawson takes on the post of area sales manager and...

Scaffolding capability drives ahead bypass project

THE Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route/Balmedie-Tipperty (AWPR/B-T) project will significantly improve travel in and around the north east of Scotland. Linking Stonehaven in the south to...

Birdcage scaffold build brings events flexibility

CHANGES were made last year to the seating at the London Stadium – home to West Ham United Football Club – designed to bring...

Latest innovation will offer ‘safety, speed and versatility’

LAYHER has revealed it is adding a new system to its range that will ‘simplify and enhance’ façade scaffold installation. The company’s AGS system features...

Layher Beams with pride over latest innovation

LAYHER says the construction of suspended and cantilevered scaffold structures can now be ‘significantly simplified’ with its latest innovation, now available throughout Scotland from...

Products ensure light at end of the tunnel

PERI has revealed it is supplying scaffolding products to fulfil the shoring and access requirements for Tolent on the RoM Dome Tunnel – part...

Scaffolding firm looks to Step up expansion plans after Glasgow relocation

Stepup Scaffold UK is targeting significant growth after relocating from Linwood to a 76,500 square foot site in Govan, Glasgow. Director Simon Russell told Project...

NASC updates scaffolding compliance software tool

THE National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has announced that its updated scaffolding compliance software is now on sale. By using the TG20:21 eGuide, the...
GAP hoists

Expanded hoist offering gives GAP customers a lift

GAP Hire Solutions has launched its new hoist services brochure, showcasing an expanded range of lifting solutions. The firm said that with demand for reliable...
Layher scaffolding display

New Layher products tipped to wow Scottish customers

LAYHER has claimed its customers in Scotland are set to benefit from the firm’s latest access innovations. The company recently demonstrated its capabilities at the...

All systems go as Aberdeen projects begin to take shape

BEAVER 84’s system scaffold, Plettac Contur, is currently being showcased at one of Aberdeen’s most prestigious hotel developments; The Sandman Signature Hotel on St...
THE National Access and Scaffolding Confederation has issued a DVD and pocket guide to help its drive for better health and safety procedures.

Contractors support new handling guide

THE National Access and Scaffolding Confederation has issued a DVD and pocket guide to help its drive for better health and safety procedures. Developed with...

NASC confirms plans to launch Common Assessment Standard at ScaffEx24

NATIONAL Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) will launch its Common Assessment Standard (CAS) at ScaffEx24 next month. The initiative is designed to reduce the burden of...

Temporary works help to energise landmark project

PERI UK has revealed details of its role in the construction of the longest subsea interconnector in the world, which is due for completion...

Environmental focus to the fore for Layher

THE importance of safety, versatility and cost effectiveness relating to the use of scaffolding is not in dispute.  Every installation – from building and...

Scaffolding sector steps up mental health focus

WITH research from the Office of National Statistics showing construction workers to be 1.6 times more likely to take their own life than the...
Clive Dickin

NASC appoints new CEO

CLIVE Dickin has been appointed as the new CEO of the National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC). He has worked for more than 25 years...
NASC safety report

NASC report reveals continued improvements in safety standards

NATIONAL Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its 2024 Safety Report, which highlights continual improvement in safety standards by member firms. Since 1975, the...

Scaffolding firm reaches new heights in Glasgow

THE University of Glasgow’s iconic bell tower pierces the skyline of the city’s West End. Glasgow’s second tallest building, the 279-foot neo-gothic structure is...