Kwikstage Scaffolding – Its Uses and Benefits

Whether the purpose is construction, repairs, or extension, a safe and stable work platform from which to access those parts of the building that are out of reach from ground level will be essential. Using a ladder is one possibility but would be of little use for anything other than the smallest tasks.

For everything else, Kwikstage scaffolding is one of the most popular options among professional builders in South Africa and many other countries.

Staging, as it is also known, can take various forms. Some of these are best for indoor jobs, while others are ideal for use in outdoor tasks. The latter type is typically capable of extending to far greater heights involved in exterior building work. While this increased extensibility is often a prerequisite for construction companies, it is just one factor among many that may determine the value of a particular brand of staging. The widespread popularity of Kwikstage scaffolding derives from several valuable benefits rarely offered by a single product. Let us take a closer look at some of the reasons why so many builders favour this one.

Firstly, it is quicker and simpler to erect than rival products. The speed and simplicity stem from its specially designed coupling system and self-locating joints. Together, these features enable an inexperienced scaffolder to secure four components simultaneously with just a single action. This feature also means that the assembly process will require fewer people.

Kwikstage scaffolding has only a few principal components and no troublesome loose fittings, which means it is significantly easier to transport, store, and protect this product from damage. However, a comprehensive range of accessories that includes handrails, staircases, hook-on ladders, toe bars, stillages, and trapdoors, all contribute to the exceptional safety and convenience that have served to make this a world-class staging system.

Do not let the apparent simplicity of this system mislead you. In practice, versatility is one of its most significant benefits. Using only the main components, with Kwikstage scaffolding, the user will be able to follow even the most complex building profiles. It is also worth mentioning that the limited number and unique design of the key components add up to less maintenance, minimal service costs, and longer product life.

In South African and the neighbouring states, many of the leading construction companies and suppliers of staging rely on the Gauteng-based manufacturer, Disc-O-Scaff, for their staging and formwork products. For more than a decade, the company has been employing SABS-approved materials to fabricate Selflock and Kwikstage scaffolding in full compliance with international standards.