Aluminium system proves its worth at iconic bridge

LAYHER’S FlexBeam system has been utilised on a major maintenance scheme on the iconic Forth Road Bridge. The project was to remove, repair, and re-fit...

Layher anniversary signals readiness and optimism for future

“A clear focus on working as closely as possible with every customer to achieve scaffolding, access and protection results that are both technically advanced...

Scaffolding stock becomes an Enigma

ENIGMA Industrial Services (formerly Interserve Industrial Services) has snapped up more than 2,500 tonnes of scaffolding equipment from Haki Scaffolding. The multi-million pound deal makes...

‘Pranksy’ pays tribute to renowned street artist’s Glasgow visit

THE scaffolding firm behind a viral stunt that celebrated renowned street artist Banksy’s recent Glasgow exhibition has told Project Scotland of the importance of...

JR Scaffold’s winter ball raises £111,845 for charity

JR Scaffold Services has marked its 25th anniversary with a Winter Wonderland Ball in Glasgow, raising £111,845 for the Emmie Smillie Charity Foundation. The business...
PERI and BECOFORM partnership

PERI and BECOFORM confirm UK partnership

PERI and BECOFORM have announced a partnership for UK-based projects. Through the move, PERI said it secures access to a 'high-quality and innovative' product with...
ScaffEx25

ScaffEx25 a ‘defining moment’ for industry

ORGANISERS of ScaffEx25 have described the event as an ‘important and potentially defining moment’ for the global scaffolding and access industry. Trade body NASC hosted...
CGI of The JR Group's new head office

The JR Group confirms plans to return ‘home’ to Govan with new £6 million...

THE JR Group has announced plans to invest £6 million in creating a new headquarters and warehouse complex on Helen Street, Govan. The move marks...

Shining a Light on driver safety

LYNDON Scaffolding has set its sights on improving driver safety and quality after implementing a new behavioural change tool called Lightfoot. Each van in the...

Haki offers CISRS course discount

HAKI has revealed the business is offering a 15% discount on the CISRS BASE course. The five-day course teaches participants how to erect, alter...
Ross Archibald (second from left) with the Access City Scaffolding team

City Access Scaffolding appoints new commercial director

CITY Access Scaffolding has announced the appointment of Ross Archibald as its new commercial director. The Bonnyrigg-based company said that it was clear Ross was...

Layher investment signals UK commitment

“OUR commitment to investment – in terms of manufacturing and worldwide support – has been at the heart of our success and growth in...
Clive Dickin

NASC makes major announcements at Scaffex24

Scaffex24 has been heralded as a 'turning point' for the UK's scaffolding industry. The ICC in Belfast hosted the inaugural conference and exhibition for the...
Forties Industrial Estate

Scaffolding provider builds future at Aberdeen industrial estate

SCAFFOLDING and insulation specialist Enigma Industrial Services has signed a lease on units 5 and 6 at Aberdeen's Forties Industrial Estate. Ryden, acting as joint agent...

Roofing contractor fined after fatal fall

AN Aberdeen-based roofing contractor has been fined after an employee fell to his death from a ladder while exiting scaffolding in the city. Aberdeen Sheriff...
Scaffolding

David Brown appointed chairman of International Access and Scaffolding Association

DAVID Brown has been appointed as the new chairman of the International Access and Scaffolding Association (IASA), following the death of former chairman Wayne...

Revised kit testing standard welcomed by manufacturer

SPECIALIST safety manufacturer MSA Safety has welcomed the tightening of fall protection testing standards to better reflect real-life usage. The global safety company, which acquired...

24m-high scaffold erected around historic Hamilton Mausoleum

JR Scaffold Services has revealed how the firm erected a 24m-high scaffold around the Hamilton Mausoleum in preparation for major repairs. The Paisley-based business constructed...
ScaffEx Awards

Entries sought for Scaffolding Excellence Awards

THE National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has announced that entries are now open for the Scaffolding Excellence Awards. In the new era of NASC’s...
Scaffolding around Verdant Works Museum in Dundee

Scaffolding award win celebrates SMART way of operating in Dundee

HILLINGTON-based Scaffolding & Access Supplies’ adoption of 3D modelling and estimation technology is continuing to pay off, with the family business the recent recipient...