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Rent, Buy, or Lease? What You Should Own vs. What You Should Rent
In construction, equipment is money. Not just the cost of buying it, but also the cost of maintaining it, storing it,making sure it earns its keep. The big question every contractor eventually faces is: should you rent, buy, or lease? The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all, it depends on the equipment, your workload, and your cash flow. Let’s break it down.
Scaffolding: Own the Basics, Rent the Specialty
If scaffolding is part of your everyday work, buying makes sense. Frame scaffolding
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Aug 30th 2025
Top 5 Myths About Scaffolding – Busted!
Don’t Let These Common Misconceptions Slow Your Project Down
At Southwest Scaffolding, we hear it all the time:“Scaffolding? Nah, that’s just for skyscrapers.”Or: “It’s too expensive for a small job like mine.”
Time to set the record straight. Whether you're painting your home, building a multi-story office complex, or installing holiday lights on Main Street, scaffolding can make your life easier and safer. Let’s bust the top 5 myths about scaffol
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Jun 30th 2025
Why Locking Pins and Couplers Matter More Than You Think
When most people think about scaffolding, they picture the platforms, frames, and guardrails—but some of the smallest parts are doing the heaviest lifting when it comes to safety and stability. Locking pins and couplers might seem like minor components, but in reality, they’re the glue holding your entire scaffold system together.
If you're overlooking these parts, you could be risking more than just a shaky platform—you might be risking lives.
What Are Locking Pins and Coupler
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Jun 16th 2025
Scaffold Planks Are Not Just "Wood Boards"—What You Need to Know
To the untrained eye, scaffold planks might look like regular pieces of wood. But don’t be fooled—grabbing a random 2x10 from the lumber yard and tossing it on a scaffold frame is a recipe for disaster. Scaffold planks are engineered, graded, and tested for very specific load and safety requirements. Let’s break down why they’re different and why it matters.
1. Strength Isn’t a Guess—It’s EngineeredStandard lumber, even if it looks solid, can vary widely
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Jun 16th 2025
Fixed vs. Rolling Scaffolding: Which One Do You Need?
When it comes to choosing the right scaffolding for your jobsite, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to use fixed (stationary) or rolling (mobile) scaffolding. Both types have their strengths and ideal use cases, and selecting the right one can mean the difference between a smooth, safe workday and a frustrating (and dangerous) setup. Let’s break down the pros, cons, and best applications of each to help you decide.
What Is Fixed Scaffolding?Fixed or stationary scaffol
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Jun 16th 2025