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Avoiding surface damage when using work platforms

Published on November 30, 2023 by Kim Schäfer

Work platforms must It stands securely and can be moved reliably.Especially on sensitive or yielding surfaces, situations can arise in everyday rental operations that affect safety, workflow, and costs. One aerial work platform rental company has therefore decided to implement the use of... Road plates to integrate firmly into his daily practice.

Aerial work platform rental company during a practical test on soft ground during an operation with stabilizing support.
HIGHLIGHTS
Extremely impact-resistant
& break-resistant plastic
Quick & easy via
hand to embarrass
Pedestrian-friendly
with high slip resistance
Proven for construction site setup
in landscaping and construction
As a temporary road, path
or surface can be laid
Accessible with many
Construction machinery & vehicles

Stability on soft ground

A work platform that is not stable poses a risk. security risk Soft soils, lawns, or insufficiently load-bearing surfaces can cause machines to sink in, give way laterally, or shift slightly during operation.

Common causes are Point loads, shunting movements and an uneven load distributionIn addition to visible surface damage, situations can also arise under unfavorable conditions in which machines lose traction or bottom out.

Experiences from everyday rental business

The landlord implemented targeted solutions in various projects to stabilize the ground and ensure even load distribution. Crucially, these elements... Quickly available, easily laid by hand and are flexible in their application.

This allowed for the safe operation of work platforms and their easy departure from the site after completion of the work. At the same time, sensitive surfaces remained undamaged, and inquiries or complaints decreased significantly. In this project, the solution was integrated into the rental process for the first time.

Greater safety in daily use

In day-to-day rental business, it becomes clear that it's not just about protecting the space. Using appropriate underlayment improves the stability of work platforms and ensures more controlled movements on sensitive surfaces. This reduces the risk of machines sinking in, tipping sideways, or getting stuck. This results in better [something] for rental companies. predictable Operational situation with less downtime, lower follow-up costs and greater predictability in day-to-day business.

  • Increases stability of work platforms on soft ground
  • Reduces the risk of sinking, tipping movements and getting stuck
  • Reduces surface damage, complaints and consequential costs

Added value for landlords and manufacturers

For aerial work platform rental companies, using suitable solutions means greater operational safety and clearer processes on soft ground. This case study demonstrated the... v:tek MINI road plate for use, which has proven its worth in everyday rental operations due to its compact dimensions. Manufacturers of aerial work platforms can also consider this solution as a useful accessory to offer rental companies added value in daily use. Securatek has been supporting the industry for over 20 years with practical advice and solutions for Rent or buy.