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Live demonstration
Correct anchor selection and testing are critical to scaffold safety, but standards and methods continue to evolve.
This practical demonstration will focus on scaffolding tie testing in line with the TG4 Anchorage Systems for Scaffolding management document, and the very recently issued TG4 User Guide and Poster. The session will provide attendees with a clear understanding of best practice approaches to testing, verifying anchor performance and compliance.
NASC released TG4 Anchorage Systems for Scaffolding in 2025, and the newly developed TG4 User Guide and TG4 Poster will accompany the management guidance document. This suite of TG4 guidance have been produced to give comprehensive information on the selection, installation, and management of scaffolding anchorage systems, with the primary objective of raising standards and preventing incidents and harm.
On show during this session will be “the wall” – a full pallet-sized demonstration cube 2.2m tall - showing the various methods and equipment available to perform both TENSILE and SHEAR tests along with the new VERIFY Torque and VERIFY Tag system.
Particular attention will be given to the NEW SG11 safety guidance document, called SG11 Dust, vibration and noise, and the comprehensive information within regarding safe drilling of anchor ties. Then we will detail the correct method of testing of masonry screw-type anchors and lastly discussing tie loads on drawings and how to decipher them and lastly a Q&A or hands on session for any delegates requiring more information.
With nearly 40 years of experience in Fixings Technology across UK and European markets, Derek brings a wealth of knowledge to share with us on the day. His experience spans from design to production, quality procedures and inspection right through to specification, installation and testing.
ADI has built a reputation throughout the UK for quality products and outstanding service. ADI's range of brackets, ties and fixings has been designed to comply with the guidance given by the NASC in TG4. Working closely with scaffolders, designers and engineers, ADI has developed a wide range of products that allow connections to all types of substrate, giving maximum performance and safety wherever you need to fix your scaffold.