Plank

Planks are important components mounted on horizontal ledgers or vertical standards of scaffolding system, providing workers with a platform for standing, walking, placing tools and materials, which can effectively transfer the weight of personnel, tools, materials to horizontal ledgers, vertical standards and other supporting structures. Some are equipped with toe guards at the edges to prevent materials from falling.

Materials and Types

Connection Method

●Hook-type: The hooks at both ends are directly attached to the horizontal ledger, particularly suitable ringlock scaffolding due to fast assembly.

●Screw type: Fixed on horizontal ledgers or vertical standards by screws, providing a stable connection but requiring tool operation.

●Snap-on type: Fastened to the scaffolding with elastic snap-in mechanism, suitable for lightweight or temporary construction scenarios.

Combined Usage with Other Scaffolding Components

Planks usually erected with horizontal ledgers, vertical standards, and bottom braces, such as steel planks are connected to horizontal ledgers of ringlock or cuplock scaffolding through hooks, forming a modular system; wooden or bamboo planks ask for additional horizontal support bar for bearing and fixed by wire binding to prevent displacement.