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Questions to ask before you buy scaffolding from our competitors Before you buy scaffolding from competitors, ask the following questions: Do they use Q-235 steel? Do they use recycled steel? Have they load-tested their products? If they have, did they test a full three-section frame or just a single frame section? Do they have construction experience? Do they offer training? Do they deliver where you need it? Before You Buy Scaffolding Elsewhere... Request a quote from Southwest Scaffolding, …

Coupling Pin for Scaffolding Coupling pins are used to connect scaffolding frames together vertically. The pins fit on the inside of the frame and are used in conjunction with span pins, toggle pins, and clips to hold them in place. Safeway-style (blue) scaffolding requires a 9" X 1-7/16" pin, meaning the pin is 9" long and 1-7/16" in diameter. Waco-style (red) scaffolding requires a 7" X 1-3/8" pin. Bil-Jax-style (yellow) scaffolding requires a 9" X 1-3/8" pin. Because of these different length …

Screw Jack for Scaffolding (leveling jack) A screw jack is also sometimes called leveling jack or screw leg. They are designed to provide a level base for your scaffolding platform. The bottom of the jacks have a 4" X 4" fixed base plate to serve as a foot. This base plate is designed to be attached to a wood mud sill (via nail or screw). These jacks can be raised up to 12" to ensure a level scaffolding platform. They work like a giant screw where the base of the scaffold frame sits on a nut tha …

Mortar Mixers for Sale We sell many different types of mortar mixers in both the Essick and TK brands. These include electric and gasoline mixers. We have direct drive and transmission models available depending in 6, 9 and 12 cubic feet versions. Contact us or download our catalog to see the full line up and for pricing. Essick Mortar Mixer - SWS-EM120SM Essick 12 cu. ft. mortar mixer for sale. These mixers will carry 3-1/2 to 4 bags and are powered by a Honda 11.7 hp engine. Price does no …

Scaffolding Cross Braces for Sale GET A QUOTE Cross braces are an essential part of a frame scaffolding system. They keep the frames correctly spaced apart and provide the scaffolding with horizontal strength. They can also serve as fall protection. Make sure you have the right cross braces for the job because different size and type frames require different length cross braces. The wrong braces will cause your scaffolding sections to not quite line up correctly. Check out our video on connectin …