Access method: scaffolding/BMU

Perfect for window cleaning and exterior maintenance, these systems are mounted on rooftops and provide full-range movement — lateral, horizontal, and vertical — ensuring thorough coverage for any project.

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Why choose Scaffolding/BMU?

Safety

Offer secure, stable platforms, minimizing risks of accidents during window cleaning and exterior maintenance.

Efficiency

Workers can access large surface areas at once, enhancing speed and overall productivity.

Versatility

Can be customized to fit various building structures, offering flexible solutions for even the most complex architectural designs.

Scaffolding/BMU

We utilize two primary types of scaffolding: supported scaffolding and suspended platforms (cradles). Supported scaffolding relies on a rigid structure, while suspended platforms are attached to roof-mounted rails or tracks, allowing controlled vertical movement.

Supported scaffolds consist of one or more platforms held up by outrigger beams, brackets, poles, legs, frames, or other rigid supports, ensuring stability and ease of use. This method is particularly effective for cleaning expansive glass curtain walls, also known as building facade, which is fixed and requires more complex exterior access.

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Where and when is better to use Scaffolding access solution

Long-duration projects

Provides a secure and comfortable working environment for extended cleaning or maintenance tasks.

Complex architectural designs

Ideal for buildings with intricate designs or hard-to-reach areas, enabling cleaners to access challenging sections.

Comprehensive building maintenance

Allows simultaneous access for multiple professionals (such as facade repair crews), making it a highly effective multi-task solution.

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What is the difference between supported scaffolding and a suspended platform?

Supported scaffolding is built from the ground up, while a suspended platform hangs from the roof using ropes or cables. Suspended platforms are ideal for high-rise buildings, whereas supported scaffolding is better for low- to mid-rise structures with stable ground access.

When is scaffolding the preferred method for window cleaning?

Scaffolding is best when roof access is limited, for large-scale projects or when extended work periods are required. It provides a stable platform for workers and equipment.

How long does it take to set up scaffolding for a cleaning job?

Setup time varies depending on building height and complexity, but it generally takes a few hours to a full day for proper assembly and safety checks.

Can scaffolding be used for routine maintenance or is it better for long-term projects?

While scaffolding is typically used for longer projects, it can also be used for routine cleaning on buildings that require frequent maintenance and have no better access options.

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Three workers wearing harnesses managing ropes and equipment on a rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and buckets.

High-rise building with reflective blue glass windows and a suspended platform with workers on a lift arm.

Window cleaner suspended by ropes cleaning glass on a tall city building with reflections of other skyscrapers.

Rope-access worker wearing a blue helmet and safety harness adjusting equipment while suspended near a brick wall with a paint roller in a bucket.

Workers suspended by ropes cleaning the windows of a tall modern office building with curved window sections.

Firefighters standing in an elevated rescue platform against a backdrop of tall modern skyscrapers on a clear day.

Blue crane lift extended to upper floors of a multi-story brick building with large windows under a partly cloudy sky.

Window cleaner wearing a helmet and safety harness cleaning a building's exterior glass.

Person cleaning large windows in a bright room with wooden floor and cleaning equipment on the floor.

Worker in safety gear cleaning the glass facade of a tall building with the reflection of an ornate structure visible on the glass.

Two workers on a suspended scaffolding platform high above a city skyline by a river under a clear blue sky.

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