Scaffold Hoist: A Powerful Tool for Construction Sites
Working at height brings inevitable risks, but a properly set up and maintained scaffold hoist can make working on scaffolds much safer and more efficient. As a qualified scaffolder in England, I’ve seen my fair share of hoists on site and learned how invaluable they can be when used correctly. The most common hoist is the manual scaffold hoist, which uses a hand-cranked winch and steel cable to raise and lower materials up the outside of the scaffold. They come in electric or pneumatic models…