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As a construction worker or contractor, safety should always be your number one priority when you are working on a construction site. Building scaffolding is a crucial aspect of the construction process, and with that comes the proper use of jack legs. Jack legs are vital components that provide stability and support to scaffolding systems. In this blog, we will discuss the proper use of jack legs when building construction scaffolding.  First and foremost, it is important to understand wha …

Scaffolding is a crucial tool for many construction projects, providing workers with a safe and stable platform to reach high-up areas. However, it's important to keep in mind that scaffolding can be dangerous if not erected, used, and maintained correctly. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at the ins and outs of scaffolding safety and provide some tips for staying safe on the job. Firstly, it's important to ensure that any scaffolding on the job site is properly erected. This means th …

Construction scaffolding is a vital and necessary tool in the construction industry. It is a temporary structure that elevates workers and materials to specific heights during construction work. Scaffolding is required to provide a safe and stable platform for the workers to carry out their tasks. There are different types of construction scaffolding, and each type has a different height limit. In this article, we will discuss the different types of scaffolding and how high you can go with …

Bricklayer 500 - Dallas Area Bricklaying Contest About The The Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 The Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 is a Dallas-area bricklaying contest held at the Featherlite Building Products plant. Masonry contractors from all over Texas participated in this contest, which resulted in some very fast times. Mason/helper teams were judged on speed and quality. Southwest Scaffolding annually contributes to this contest. This year, we supplied the scaffold boards, mortar mixers, Gatorback mortar …

Overview of Construction Scaffolding Southwest Scaffolding specializes in construction scaffolding. We offer several different types of scaffolding for sale that is suitable for the rigors of a commercial or residential construction project. Attributes of Construction Scaffolding High Weight Capacity Scaffolding Scaffolding for construction needs to be able to withstand a lot of weight - especially if it is being used for masonry or stucco work. Large crews combined with brick, stone and mortar …