Scaffold Industrial Insulation

 Insulator Installs or removes insulating materials on pipes, tanks, devices, etc. to protect them from the external environment and avoid heat loss or gain ...

Industrial Insulation Services

The insulator (or industrial thermal insulation fitter) installs or depositing insulating materials on pipes, tanks, devices, etc. to protect them from the external environment and prevent heat loss or gain. 

It often intervenes before other trades during maintenance operations to allow them to reach the equipment on which they have to work, and as soon as the intervention is completed, to replace the insulation.

In a nuclear power plant, the work of the heat insulator consists more particularly of intervening during maintenance programs or during the construction of installations. 

As it often works at height, cooperation with scaffolds is very common, and they must, together, respect many safety rules.

Good manual skills, knowing how to represent oneself in space and construct an object, thoroughness and initiative, team spirit, rigor and knowledge of safety rules. 

Minimum knowledge related to the understanding of physical phenomena (thermal phenomena in particular), technical drawing and / or metalworking (sheet metal), work with portable tools and machines (bender, folding machine, etc.) are necessary.

Specialization in thermal insulation requires training.

Depending on his experience and initial training, a heat insulator can work on more complex sites, and after a few years of experience, progress to a position of team leader or site manager, or even in the workshop as a sheet metal worker.

Levels 1, 2 and 3, each corresponding to training and a vocational qualification certificate.

There is no required diploma, recruitment remains based on the ability to work in a team and a taste for a job well done.

A first experience in temporary work, industrial maintenance or boiler making may be suitable.

However, the possession of a CAP / BEP in technical fields, with a preference for boilermaking and metalwork, is highly appreciated ... but also a baccalaureate or a BTS in maintenance or other technical fields.

Industrial thermal insulation professionals have organized themselves and today offer several professional qualification certificates "Industrial thermal insulation assembler" levels 1, 2 and 3.

Scaffolding winter enclosures

 Scaffolding is a temporary structure used as a platform by workmen to carry materials and aid in the construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings, bridges, or any other man-made structures. They are generally used in construction works to get access to heights and areas in a structure that would be otherwise very dangerous or hard to get access to. Unsafe scaffolding may result in a serious injury or even death in some cases. The purpose of scaffolding is therefore to reduce the potential risk of life and ease of access. It is generally made up of timber or steel. It should be stable and strong enough to support the load of the workers and construction material. Aside from construction works they are sometimes also used in grandstand seating, concert stages, exhibition stands, ski ramps, and art projects, etc.

mason scaffolds

The five main types of scaffolding used around the world are prefabricated modular system scaffold components, tube and coupler components, H-frame/façade modular system scaffolds, timber scaffolds, and bamboo scaffolds. These are made up of several components listed below;

➢ A base jack (load-bearing base for the scaffold)

➢ The standard (vertical component with connector joints)

➢ The ledger (a horizontal brace)

➢ Coupler (used to join components together)

➢ Brackets (used to extend the width of the working platform)

➢ Scaffold tie (used to tie in the scaffold to structures)

➢ Batten (decking component used to make the working platform)

➢ Transom (horizontal cross-section load-bearing component to hold the batten)

Cold weather brings a lot of challenges in construction work. The concrete does not set up as well as it does in warm weather. It also results in the inefficiency of the workers. Furthermore, power tools are also prone to damage in cold and damp environments. It causes even more delays in work. The Masonry Standards Joint Committee (MSJC) Code and Specification Quality Assurance section and International Building Code 2003 emphasize that once the temperature drops to 40, cold weather plans must be immediately implemented at work sites.

Earlier, workers used to build bonfires under the scaffolding or cement mixers to keep themselves warm. But, modern technology has enabled them to thaw the ground for excavation of footing. Different heating methods are accessible to ensure the proper setting of concrete. Concrete additives are also available to pour concrete in below-freezing temperatures. Organizations develop plans to ensure a comfortable and safer environment for workers. They make sure that the construction tools and equipment of the workers are performing at maximum efficiency even when the weather doesn’t co-operate?

The Winter protection enclosure system has become a priority when the work areas need to be shielded from snow and low temperatures. Most of the exterior scaffolding jobs require work done within a specified time for many reasons and restrictions. Therefore, work needs to be done to reduce downtime and prevent loss. There are various types of winter enclosures that can save a lot of time and money while providing a warm environment for the workers to work in. A few examples of such winter enclosures are;

➢ Concrete curing blankets – A sudden cold spell can downside or delay a planned concrete pour. It can deny moisture to the slab to cure properly. Cold, dry winter can form cracks in a new cast slab due to deficiency of moisture and the right temperature. Therefore, concrete curing blankets are a must-have in areas affected by a sudden drop in temperatures. They help in maintaining the temperature-water content needed by the concrete after placement for a longer period of time. It helps to achieve proper strength and crack resistance. Curing blankets not only prevent the moisture in concrete from drying that can cause fracturing in the future, but also help in speeding up the curing process by elevating the slab’s surface and internal temperature. Curing blanket raises the concrete’s temperature from 40 to 70 and cut curing time in half. It saves both time and money in the process.

➢ Flame retardant tarps – Cold and moisture can cause heavy damage to expensive construction tools. Blades of power tools may rust or wiring and cords might short. Even the most rugged equipment may fall prey to the ruthless cold and wet conditions overtime. The efficiency of workers is also get decreased which affects productivity. The solution to all these problems can be flame retardant tarps. They can shield tools and workers from cold winds, rain and contain ambient heat within the worksite. A quality tarp system will keep the elements at bay allowing the workers to work with full efficiency. Flame retardant tarps allow construction workers and equipment to operate in a warm enclosure. It provides comfortable conditions for work by trapping the warm air in and keeping the cold air out. This technique can maximize work time while reducing heating costs.

➢ Reinforced poly sheeting – These are strong, pocket-friendly reinforced poly sheets that protect the workers as well as passers-by from the weather, debris, dust, and fumes. The non-fire-retardant versions of these are somewhat translucent and allow ambient illumination to pass through, saving up on energy costs on the site. Their high tensile strengths and ease of handling make them ideal for sealing of scaffolding or debris enclosures to protect any material from falling outside.

➢ Electrically heated pads – Everything moves slowly under the influence of cold. The ground freezes up and defies excavation works, lubricants lose their viscosity, construction tools strain, while the workers spend most of the time trying to stay warm. The electrically powered heating pad is a viable solution to all these problems. They are easy-to-use sources of portable, direct heat. They can be used for;

➢ Melting snow and frost

➢ Thaw the ground for trenching operations

➢ Warm fuel lines and cylinders safely

➢ Keep palletized materials set and ready to use.

Electrically heated pads are suitable to use in the field, on staged construction equipment, or in unheated warehouses as they consume lesser fuel and deliver more optimized heat than the other options.

Difference Between Ringlock & Cuplock

Ringlock scaffolding is a relatively new type of scaffolding system, designed with prefabricated components, each manufactured to be installed in a specific location.

Ringlock (K-Ring), like Cuplock (K-Lock) is a type of modular scaffolding designed with speed of installation and ease of adaptation to the forefront.

Brisko Metal Resources currently supplies the Cuplock and Kwikstage systems, with Ringlock, also known as K-Ring, our own accredited equivalent that will soon be available.

What is ringlock scaffolding? (K ring)

Ringlock is becoming the popular system of choice primarily due to its unique ability to handle complex geometries, providing much more flexibility than cuplock or kwikstage scaffolding.

K-Ring our equivalent without Ringlock brand is extremely versatile. It can be installed for a straight, curved or circular configuration for access and support, and also for independent mobile towers.

There are no loose components in the K-Ring system that may be lost or require maintenance. All components are hot dip galvanized with a minimum zinc coating of 85 microns.

Ringlock Scaffolds is a type of low maintenance scaffolding, since the repair and restoration of a fully galvanized system is much less than what is required with painted systems such as Kwikstage. 

Ringlock also has the ability to adapt quickly and easily, when necessary.

Ringlock is designed with a single central rosette type connection point that provides the ability to achieve installation angles that other types of system scaffolding cannot.

The components quickly join the center point of the rosette. It presents a 4-way design, with up to 8 different angles possible.

This type of design is what gives Ringlock more flexibility than its previous system: cuplock.

Due to this unique central rosette-type connection point, Ringlock can be installed easily and quickly in complicated construction geometries, without wasting time on tube and accessory scaffolding.

Ringlock K-Ring supplied by Metal Resources complies with BS1139 Part 5, HD1000, OSHA standards.

What is the difference with Cuplock scaffolding?

Cuplock differs from Ringlock due to the design.

Cuplock is designed with a central node cup-type connection point that allows the components to join, locking in place through the cup-type connection.

Cuplock can only provide 4-way angles at the central connection point, while Ringlock has the ability to provide up to 8.

Cuplock (K-Lock) does not have loose parts and with corrosion protection by hot galvanizing according to British standard 729, the minimum thickness of the zinc coating is 85 microns.

Cuplock is another popular type of industrial scaffolding, it is also completely galvanized and requires little maintenance, features prefabricated parts and quick installation.

Cuplock is also a robust system, chosen by many contractors and companies by Kwikstage due to its low maintenance and considered more robust than Kwikstage.

How to prevent falls on your business premises

Falls can be as painful for your business as it is for your customers. Lawsuits for personal injury, such as those caused by a fall, are commonplace with many traders , and you need to be prepared for them.

After all, preventable accidents are one of the leading causes of injury in Canada, according to a 2015 cost of injury report by Parachute , a national charity. In Canada, every hour, 427 people suffer a preventable injury due to a fall, a road accident, a fire, poisoning, drowning or other. In addition, according to Workplace Safety & Prevention Services , in 2016, falls resulted in 11,495 lost-time injury claims in Ontario - equivalent to 31 workers injured per day.

Here, then, in light of these deplorable statistics, some tips to prevent falls on the premises of your business.

Pay attention to the water
Water is one of the main causes of falling. In some companies, there is no shortage of areas conducive to the accumulation of water; for example, in a grocery store, you can think of bathrooms, aisles of freezers, entrance halls, the fruit and vegetable department and that of flowers. Daily activities are enough to make the floor soaked (and therefore slippery). Here are some habits you can take to prevent incidents:

If possible, install non-slip flooring or mats in hazardous locations.
Ask an employee to regularly inspect areas prone to water accumulation - and to mop them up immediately.
Post “wet floor” posters as needed.
In winter, frost can cause a lot of worry. It is cold in Canada; we know it and we can't do anything about it. However, you can take action to protect your employees from ice fall by putting these tips into practice:

Regularly inspect the parking lot and accesses, and use deicing salt or another method to secure a path for your customers.
Constantly monitor the accumulation of water, slush or snow in the parking lot and access roads.
Bypass any downspouts that drain into your parking lot or onto your sidewalks to prevent ice buildup in high-traffic areas.
Make sure that all emergency exits and exterior stairs are not snow-covered or obstructed. This concerns in particular the aisles which lead to the assembly points fixed in case of emergency evacuation.

Make sure the paths are lit and clear
Adequately light the paths where pedestrians circulate, especially those outside where people circulate in the evening.

Make sure aisles, exits and floors are clean, free and dry.
Check that nothing obstructs traffic in aisles and footpaths: table legs, shelves, protruding portion of wall, etc.

Repair or replace any missing or unstable tiles or carpets.
Mark uneven surfaces that pose a risk of falling, and make the necessary repairs as soon as possible.

Arrange your merchandise securely
Do not stack your items in such a way that they are easy to hang, knock over or break.
Avoid placing heavy or fragile items high.
Make sure to adjust the height of your shelves so that the items are within the reach of a medium-sized person.

Perform regular rounds
Inspect and replace all carpets at regular intervals.
At least once per shift, an employee should check that nothing drips or is broken on shelves and displays.
Regularly inspect your parking lot and check for potholes, cracks, uneven surfaces, and annoying Debris Chutes. You should take immediate action if you notice a potential hazard and report it clearly to customers until the problem is resolved.

You should regularly check the condition of the steps and banisters on all of your stairs and make sure they are non-slip.

Try to schedule maintenance tasks after hours are closed or at low traffic times. Floor cleanliness is important, but freshly washed floors can be dangerous for your customers - even if you install a "wet floor" sign.

Be sure to keep records of all maintenance activities (for example, spreading sand or salt in the parking lot). These documents will be of great help in the event of a complaint, and will help your employees to follow the established procedures.
What if something goes wrong anyway?
The key is to have a formal intervention plan. Leave incident report forms on site for the claimant and witnesses to record the circumstances of the incident. It is also recommended to photograph the places where the person fell and the shoes they were wearing. Despite all your precautions, someone can still fall on your property. This is why it is important to have the right insurance policy to protect you. When a third party is injured in your home, you cannot do without Corporate Liability Insurance (CBR). To find out more, visit our business insurance page !

This post is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional advice. We make no representation and make no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the information it contains. We cannot be held responsible for any losses that may arise from the use of this information.

Scaffolding: types, uses and care

The evolution of the manufacture and assembly of scaffolding has ensured greater efficiency at the construction sites, increasing the care and concern of the sector with the safety of the workers and the work. Even so, the use of scaffolding must be closely monitored by the engineer responsible for the work, as the scaffolding shows the need for greater caution both in the assembly and in its use by the workers.

winter enclosures

Scaffolding is a temporary access structure used to support workers to perform services in high places with the use of tools and equipment, facilitating the construction or repair of the work.

To be fit for use, scaffolding must pass all Quality Inspection tests . From the moment the steel tubes arrive for the cut, through the revealing painting, until the final painting of the product.

To be fit for use, scaffolding must pass all Quality Inspection tests. From the moment the steel tubes arrive for the cut, through the revealing painting, until the final painting of the product.

SH Forms has a rigorous quality analysis process, where inspectors guarantee the integrity of the equipment through tests and tests.

Generally speaking, scaffolding is the name given to a temporary structure that allows access to the structures of a work and that can allow the execution of several activities. There are many types of scaffolding used in the market, but only three are the most common: the fachadeiro , the multi-directional and the tubular . Due to the scarcity and the lack of quality of the wood, nowadays it is made of steel in large scale. This ensures greater efficiency at the construction sites.

The fachadeiro scaffold consists of mountable towers that make up various pagination covering small and large facades, allowing perform construction tasks, finishing and repair of buildings; it is formed by horizontal, vertical frames, metallic floors, trapdoor, diagonals and sleepers. These components are lightweight and facilitate manual assembly and at great heights.


The multi-directional is formed by few pieces of direct and precise fittings, being posts, crossbars and diagonals , allowing the creation of varied formats and pages, giving more agility in the assembly and is widely used in industrial areas. In certain cases it is used as a support for structures. The equipment in this family is made of high-strength steel and has a galvanized surface finish, which guarantees greater durability and service life in longer contracts.

The tubular system is obtained by joining metal tubes with clamps allowing the creation of specific geometries according to the location to be used. It is widely used in industrial areas and difficult to access, as it is easily adapted to interference and obstacles. It also serves for special props, to complement and / or lock the other systems.

All assembly systems must comply with the specifications of Safety Regulatory Standard nº 18 - Working Conditions and Environment in the Construction Industry and NBR-6494 Scaffolding Safety , such as:

Be equipped with locks that prevent accidental detachment of parts, guardrails and baseboards;
Be braked / anchored and / or anchored as the height and length of the scaffold increases, so as not to compromise stability;
Anchoring devices must:

• Be willing to serve the entire perimeter of the building;
• Withstand a workload of at least 1,500 kgf (1,500 kilogram-force);
• Be part of the structural design of the building;
• Be made of weather-resistant material, such as stainless steel or material of equivalent characteristics

To have a working platform every 2.00 (two) meters, which can be accessed through internal stairs, through trap doors or through holes in the floors. The lining must be total and prevent people and / or objects from falling;

The protection, when constituted of rigid bulkheads in system of guardrail and baseboard, must meet the following requirements:

• Beam greater than 1.2 m (one meter and twenty centimeters) in height and resistance to a horizontal load of 90 kgf / m (ninety kilograms-force per meter), with the maximum deflection not exceeding 0.076 m (seventy-two six millimeters);
• Intermediate beam at 0.7 m (seventy centimeters) high and resistance to horizontal load of 66 kgf / m (sixty-six kilograms-force per meter);
• Skirting board with a minimum height of 0.15 m (fifteen centimeters) close to the surface and resistance to horizontal load of 22 kgf / m (twenty-two kilograms-force per meter);
• Have gaps between sleepers filled with a screen or other device that ensures the secure closure of the opening.

Maintaining & Inspecting Your Netting Is Just Good Business

We have been producing custom netting and rope components for water- parks, amusement parks and attraction crafters for more than twenty years. Since we’ve seen just about everything over the years, we understand the value of keeping your park in top notch condition and we know that the costs can add up fast when something goes wrong. That’s why we want to share our knowledge with you on how to spot and mitigate problems to help you get the most out of your netting investment.

Water-park netting is subjected to multiple sources of wear throughout a normal operating day. Several natural and use-based factors con- tribute to the degradation of netting and cord- age fibers. As an operator, you can’t keep these elements away from netting, but there are ways of dealing with these forces to extend the product’s life and identify damage before it becomes a problem.

EVALUATING THE CLIMATE FACTORS & REACTING APPROPRIATELY
Netting and cordage have a finite lifespan, with the end of that lifespan accelerated depending on several factors which are mostly climate dependent. For example, the farther south a park is located, the better the weather, which means more sunlight exposure and greater use due to longer seasons and sometimes year-round operation. In other words, netting in Texas will wear out a lot faster than netting in Pennsylvania.
The biggest everyday contributor to destruction is the constant bombardment of ultraviolet rays from the sun. For aesthetic netting like fencing and theming components, the result is faded colors from the breakdown of color dyes. Over several years, UV rays can break down a material

to the point of weakening it, which is a concern for interactive components like cargo and barrier nets.
When evaluating significant UV damage, be- sides fading colors, you should look for signs of tiny bits of fibers shedding onto hands and surfaces. This is caused by the fibers becoming brittle and breaking when the netting or rope is moved or handled. If you see signs of shedding of fibers, then you should definitely think about replacement at that point.
Contaminants including sand, dirt, rust and air pollution also work to break down these materials. Whether carried on hands and feet or wind- blown onto surfaces, contaminants which make their way into the fibers of netting or rope create friction and abrasion, cutting the fibers and speeding up deterioration. This concern is great- est for interactive components which experience constant movement and weight-loading, causing more friction.
To help limit the damage caused by harmful contaminants, you should regularly hose down the netting. Flushing the fibers with water and clearing out the contaminants can extend the life of your netting. This flushing includes metal hardware components of the netting attachments, which usually have some limited movement.


MONITORING COMMON WEAR AND TEAR PATTERNS

Nets should be attached evenly, allowing for equal transmission of force from the net to the hardware. Uneven attachment can place higher stress on components, resulting in uneven wear and eventual failure of hardware or the net and border. Be sure lashing is tight and continuous, and that hardware attachments are taking an even weight load without play.

Cargo walks and ramps can develop sag over time from guest traffic. Too much sag can allow the net to contact the structure or other objects creating wear. If the attraction is popular, then kids will be playing on it, causing it to wear a lot faster.

These nets can be tightened back to tension by taking in a mesh on one side and lashing it to the bar. This can be done over the original lashing without the need to remove it. We Play supplies lashing cord and instructions making it possible to do it yourself.
Normal day to day use creates different kinds of wear, some of which is expected. Other times, net- ting deterioration could be found in very specific locations where there is a greater amount of physical contact with the netting.


I have found some common wear patterns based on typical guest behavior. For example, any fence around an attraction where parents are watching their kids play gets worn from parents leaning on the fencing or resting their foot in the fencing, creating a hole. Holes in fencing or barrier netting can develop from excess wear or vandalism. Repairing a small hole or broken mesh can be an easy fix by taking in a mesh on each side and mending it with thread while larger holes may be patched. Consult We Play or your netting provider for instruction and evaluation of this type of damage

CONDUCTING REGULAR INSPECTIONS
Regular inspections of your netting can help you spot trouble before it becomes a problem. Make a list of all netting elements in your park. Walk around all of them and inspect for key signs of wear. Take pictures of the netting so you track wear progress and aid in the reorder process.

When inspecting your netting, take your time and go through a checklist, usually in the form of a signed and dated maintenance log. Look for fraying, mesh breaks, excessive sag and netting separating from the border. Check lashing for cuts which could cause it to unravel.

Check all hardware for rust, loose connections and functional- ity. Missing or damaged hardware should only be replaced with hardware approved by the netting supplier. Using poor substitute hardware could affect the safety and reliability of the system and could void warranties.

If excessive damage to netting or hardware is found, or you’re not sure, photograph the affected area and send it in along with a detailed description for professional evaluation. Most netting providers will examine it and advise the next course of action.

Debris Netting
When it comes to reordering, knowing your netting is important. Keep all of the information you have on your netting because it’s going to help you in the future. Having as much information on hand as possible when replacement is necessary can help speed up the reordering process and reduce the risk of error, which can get you back up and running sooner.

At We Play, we offer a site survey service where an We Field Service Representative will conduct an in-person inspection of your park’s netting. We then compile the data into an organized reference guide of your park’s netting for you to keep. The report includes a photo, description, materials and estimated replacement cost for each netting element. Other providers might offer similar services, so make sure you look into those options.

The key is to maintain your nets and don’t wait until the last minute to replace them. Keeping up with your park’s netting not only looks good, it also keeps guests safe and prevents safety shut- downs. No one wants to disappoint guests by having a popular attraction shutdown for maintenance repairs. Plus, emergency expedited net replacement can also be quite a bit costlier.
Remember, the more knowledgeable you are about your net- ting, the longer your netting will last, which allows you to plan for replacement in a responsible time frame.

Save Time On Your Site By Using Scaffolding!

To guarantee the safety of workers on a site, it is wise to opt for the installation of scaffolding as soon as the work is carried out at height. In fact, there are numerous accidents linked to workers who carry out balanced tasks on unsuitable supports. To reduce the risk of accidents or falling objects, we advise you to secure your site by installing a solid and stable scaffolding, which meets the standards in force.

Why use scaffolding?
The answer seems quite obvious and yet we still see that some craftsmen prefer to do without it, so as not to waste time with the installation. Pretending that the price is too high is a very unconvincing argument, because you can easily find a cheap scaffolding like those of IFD-tooling, which can suit all your work projects. The scaffolding is a very practical installation which makes it possible to secure a work site for professionals by preventing people and objects from falling, and which also facilitates the handling of tools as well as access to hard to reach places.

Scaffold for House Work
By installing scaffolding, you will appreciate being able to work efficiently by moving more freely and without fear of falling . In order to be sure that your installation is not a source of accidents at work, it is advisable to check its structure regularly and to check each element. If you find that the scaffolding is in poor condition or that it could be damaged by a failure, it is better to replace it or make sure that it can be repaired immediately.


The different types of scaffolding
Depending on your needs, you will be able to choose from a very varied range of scaffolding.

Scaffolding with fixed or foot structure
It is the scaffolding that is most often installed for work on the facades of buildings. They are firmly fixed to the ground to guarantee high stability and allow work on several levels thanks to the installation of rigid platforms. Reinforced by railings, they ensure the safety of workers.

The mobile scaffolding
You will be able to find mobile rolling and folding scaffolding. The great advantage of this type of scaffolding is the mobility and the ease of moving it thanks to the wheels. However, it remains very stable and offers great versatility. Mobile scaffolding is commonly used by building professionals, but also by window cleaning companies or for building maintenance.

Scaffolding on console
This type of suspended scaffolding is installed in cantilever on a slope or a vertical wall. It is very appreciated by professionals who work on frames or roofs for the latitude of movement it allows. The metal consoles are fitted with floors and side protections for maximum security.

Make sure that the people who will have to assemble and dismantle the scaffolding are trained for this maneuver. The platforms and escape routes must not be laid carelessly, most accidents are moreover linked to an improper installation of the scaffolding. Remember to check the conformity of the equipment before each site for always safe work!