Metal Platforms

Create a Safer Workspace with Durable Designs

Safety extends far beyond compliance; it builds trust in the tools that support your team. Elevated work surfaces must handle the weight of workers, heavy tools, shifting loads, and long-term usage. Anti-slip treads and secure railings form the foundation of a safe setup, but the full picture includes additional features designed to address real-world risks.

Industrial safety features to consider:

• Hot-dipped galvanised steel: Offers corrosion resistance in challenging environments.
• Underfoot drainage channels: Minimise pooling of hazardous liquids and maintain grip.
• Vibration-absorbing pads: Maintain structural stability during use near heavy machinery.

For example, in industrial plants where oil and chemical spills are common, structures made from galvanised steel resist wear over time. Solutions with drainage channels ensure surfaces remain slip-resistant, even in wet or oily conditions.

Tips for maximising platform safety:

1. Conduct regular load tests to confirm reliability under expected conditions.
2. Add integrated toe boards to prevent tools or small items from falling over the edge.
3. Train workers to check joints, bolts, and connections for wear and tear before use.

Example: Consider an emergency repair at a bottling plant, using a system with grated anti-slip surfaces and tool lanyard attachments allows workers to remain focused under pressure while preventing potentially dangerous drops of small tools.

Boost Accessibility with Flexible Configurations

Every workspace presents unique challenges. Adjustable and reconfigurable solutions adapt to a variety of environments, whether it’s narrow warehouse aisles, uneven terrain at construction sites, or changing setups for events. Flexible configurations improve accessibility and efficiency, especially in situations where time and precision are critical.

What to look for in adaptive platforms:

• Height-adjustable designs: Allow seamless transitions between tasks at different elevations.
• Levelling feet or extendable legs: Stabilise surfaces on uneven ground.
• Telescoping decks: Extend horizontally to provide additional reach without requiring movement of the entire structure.

Example: During a facility inspection, an auditor needs to access various points at different heights. Using a platform with a dual-sided ladder configuration and wheels, lets them manoeuvre through narrow aisles efficiently, completing the task in less time.

Customisation to Meet Specific Needs

Standard solutions may fall short in addressing the specific requirements of certain tasks. Personalised systems allow every detail of the elevated workspace to align with operational demands, whether accommodating unique machinery, improving comfort, or integrating job-specific features.

Examples of customisation options:

• Padded surfaces: Protect delicate equipment or materials from damage.
• Insulated platforms: Reduce risks for workers near live electrical components.
• Resistant coatings: Protect against exposure to caustic substances or extreme conditions.

Example: During a bridge repair project, a system modified with curved deck sections that follow the contours of the structure, enable welders to work securely at critical points without scaffolding.

Save Time and Effort with Ergonomic Features

Efficiency doesn’t end with completing the task—it includes how well tools fit into daily routines. Elevated equipment designed with worker comfort in mind minimises strain, shortens setup time, and avoids logistical challenges. Lightweight materials and intuitive adjustments reduce the effort required for daily use.

Features to prioritise for worker comfort:

• Gas-assisted height adjustments: Simplify raising or lowering surfaces with minimal effort.
• Foldable guardrails: Enable quick navigation through tight spaces or narrow doorways.
• Smooth-rolling wheels and locking brakes: Provide balance between mobility and stability.

Example: Imagine a logistics team managing rapid inventory turnover in a distribution centre saving significant time using a system with integrated castors and locking brakes. This allows quick movement between aisles without needing full disassembly.

Benefits

• Bespoke steel platforms to suit individual requirements
• Aesthetically pleasing
• To comply with planning consent and building regulations
• To all relevant building regulations, British standards & loadings
• Materials – mild steel, stainless steel and GRP
• Finishes – mild steel self colour, galvanised or painted, Stainless Steel
• Site surveys/technical visits can be carried out if required