Scaffolding with integral shelter - uses roof cladding panels spanning longitudinal rails between transoms fixed to scaffold posts

摘要

The roofing adapts to scaffolding (21), providing shelter for operatives from the weather. It uses slidable coupling sleeves (1) to locate square section transverse rails (2), secured to a scaffold post (21) by driven taper keys (12). Similar fittings (6) with friction locking screws (13) may locate longitudinal rails (5). The distance centre to centre of the rails (5) is dictated by the engagement of cladding (3) integral hook fasteners (4). Canvas strips may span gaps between cladding panels at post (21) locations, providing elasticated eyelets for the posts, and secured by a combination of straps and press-stud fasteners.