Thursday 25 June 2015

A Quick Insight into Scaffolding Plank Care, Options, and Information

LVL Scaffolding Planks  - New Bridge Services

No matter what scaffolding planks you choose, the scaffold system is only as safe as its components. The planks are no doubt most critical and important, and should be selected and maintained keeping everything in mind. A person should precisely understand that for what purpose he is buying the planks. No wonder, timely inspection of the planks a well experienced and competent person is very much important.

Remember when the planks are not on the scaffold, they must be stored properly as they might get destroyed or become useless. It is best to stack them off the ground separated by a lath and cover the top with plastic. Not to forget that excessive water content reduces the overall strength of the scaffolding plank so it’s better to minimize their exposure to water in whole. In market, many manufacturers even offer roughen, or abrade planks which decrease the slipperiness in wet conditions. People these days hardly purchase scaffolding and scaffold plank rather they take it on rent which is all the more profitable.


Many types of planks, manufactured from various solid materials are available in the market including LVLscaffolding planks and each type possesses different capabilities and intended uses. It depends upon the user that what type of scaffolding plank he needs.