Mobile work platforms, as the name suggests, are versatile. However, the ground is not always ideal for safely setting up the equipment. On meadows, for example, the work platform can sink or even tip over. Therefore, a load-distributing, stable base is required, allowing you to Safely support work platforms This is where both road plates and Outrigger Pads come into play.
Safely support and move work platforms
For the customer in this reference, it was important that two aspects were met when using the work platform: the stability and protection of the soil. He therefore needed a solution for using the work platform on poorly supporting surfaces such as grass or meadows, while also protecting the ground from damage. The customer opted for two items from the Securatek range: the v:tek MINI road plate and the Crane Pad PRO.
With road plates, the work platforms arrive safely at the site
He used the v:tek MINI road plate as a trackway systemway to transport the work platform to the job site. At the job site, the work platform was placed on it before being raised with the outriggers. The road plates distribute the load, allowing the work platform to easily drive over them. They prevent the platform from sinking into the soft ground, preventing surface damage and leaving marks on the subsurface, which would subsequently require costly repair.
The v:tek plastic road plates offer reliable protection for the subsoil and ensure even load distribution, even under demanding conditions. They prevent vehicles and machinery from sinking or becoming stuck, thus helping to avoid expensive floor repairs.
Thanks to their one-sided grooved surface, the road plates offer a anti-slip and safe base for pedestrians, vehicles, construction machinery, and work equipment. They are rot-resistant, heat- and frost-resistant, shatter-proof, and extremely flexible. The v:tek MINI road plates can be laid quickly and easily by hand and removed just as quickly.
Crane Pads can be used to safely support work platforms
Before using the work platform, it must be ensured that it has optimal support. This is the only way to work safely on the work platform. Securatek's PRO crane pads make this easy. The heavy-duty, load-distributing pads are simply placed under the ends of the outriggers.
The Crane Pads are ideal for creating a stable, to create a stable baseAs you can see in the pictures, the customer placed a Crane Pad under each outrigger that is slightly larger than the outrigger feet. This provides optimal support.
Securatek's crane pads are made of HDPE plastic. Compared to wooden outrigger pads, plastic outrigger pads are not only more durable and weather-resistant, but also significantly more powerful. They impress with their outstanding quality, exceptional strength, and high load-bearing capacity, enabling optimal load distribution – all while being significantly more compact and lightweight.
You should also pay attention to this if you want to support work platforms safely
- Use generous space: Position the work platform on the soft ground so that it utilizes as much surface area as possible. This distributes the load over a larger area and reduces the pressure per unit area.
- Ensure weight distribution: Ensure that the weight is evenly distributed across the work platform to increase stability. Avoid uneven or one-sided loads, as these can compromise stability.
- Consider inclination: Check the ground for any slopes, as these can affect the stability of the work platform. Position the platform to prevent tipping or instability.
Crane Pads and travel plates are the ideal combination
As this customer reference clearly demonstrates, the road plates and Crane Pads meet the customer's exact requirements. While the Crane Pads securely support work platforms, the road plates ensure that the machines can easily reach the location where they are needed, even if that location is in a meadow.
Both products optimally distribute the load of the work platform placed on them, preventing it from sinking or tipping. They also protect the floor from damage such as road ruts.
