Although these scaffold frames have great climbability and are the best all-purpose frames, the impediment of having to step over their bottom rungs can be a reason somone might use the following frame on a larger job.Īs the name implys, walkthrough scaffolding is built to be able to walk through. This area can be stepped through at height when navigating between sections. One vertical half of these frames consists of a ladder-rung pattern, while the other half is mostly open space, none except the lowest rungs which extend all the way across the frame, as opposed to just half way.
We have them available in sections 5' wide and either 5' or 6'4" tall. This is intended to give a person unfamiliar with scaffolding an idea of what frame they may need to suite their purpose.Ī ladder frame is just that, a scaffolding frame built to be used like a ladder. Below is a breakdown of our nomenclature, how we call our frames and what the terms mean. Scaffolding comes in a variety of patterns and sizes for a variety of applications. Our scaffolding sets are sold with stackpins included, while our competitors may not be - consider this when comparing pricing. This pattern is available in a multitude of heights, and all are 5' wide. Give us a call to discuss all the major attic ladder brands, styles and materials to choose from.The yellow frames are built to match with BJ BilJax pattern frames - the most common in the industry - so that making the transition to our frames seamless. Sunset Ladder & Scaffold sells all the safest and highest quality attic ladders, scaffolding and related products available since 1929.
You can download OSHA Fact Sheet for Ladder Jack Scaffolds here.
Much of the information for this article is provided by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Association).
Ladder jacks are triangular-shaped brackets which attach to 2 portable ladders to form the means of support for a platform. Ladder jack scaffold systems are commonly used by contractors because of their quick erection and dismantling procedures, as well as their adaptability in narrow spaces. It is often used to perform a variety of activities such as installing building exteriors or painting exterior trim. A ladder jack scaffold is a cost effective and portable temporary scaffold system.